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The Food Indy PodcastMy Mama & MeA story of how it all started with my Mama in her kitchen. Join the conversation and share a favorite food story about you, your mama, an auntie, godmother, or grandmother who shaped your life of food. Share on Instagram @itsfoodindy and TikTok @foodindy A special shout out to Adrian David and Salim Najee-Ulluh from One Hitter Entertainment, who challenged me to reach deeper into my own story. Thank you! 00000297 00000301 00003ED8 00004AD4 0001FCB0 0001FCB0 00007210 00007210 0004DDC0 000037F82025-05-1105 min
The Food Indy Podcast2025 Earth Day TipsIn a world where food takes a back seat to our busy lives, each Food Indy episode takes you on a quest to rediscover the deep relationship between what we eat and how it interacts with culture, politics, history, and public health. In this episode you will hear more about food inspiration, healing, and connections. This 2025 Earth Day episode has lots of Earth friendly tips that are easy to do right now. -Stretch your budget with healthy grocery shopping -Hear ideas for reducing plastic in your life -Learn how t...2025-04-2229 min
The Food Indy PodcastFood Indy Season 3 Trailer2025-04-2101 min
The Food Indy PodcastBeans, beans, good for your heart!This Food Indy podcast episode is all about beans and bean recipes from the Caribbean and Latin America. Hear about bean varieties, spice blends, and ways of cooking them for health, wellness, and pure enjoyment. Show notes: befoodindy.com for Sos pwa Ayisyen (Haitian bean sauce) recipe2024-11-2016 min
The Food Indy PodcastThe Truth about Haitian FoodHaitian food has been in the news headlines a lot lately and not for the right reasons. We've dedicated this episode to telling you the truth about how Haitian people really eat and introducing you to some of the delicious cuisine that we love to prepare for friends and family. 2024-11-0413 min
The Food Indy PodcastThe Story of OkraIn this episode, Suzette weaves her story of growing up cooking with a Haitian mother and stepmother from Rayville, Louisiana with the global migration of okra from West Africa, through the Caribbean and to the Southern United States. Tune in to hear her favorite okra dishes and how you can get the recipes for succulent appetizers and stews. 2024-10-2215 min
The Food Indy Podcast5 Tips For Growing Your Food ForestFood forests are great for so many other things besides growing fruits, veggies, herbs, and flowers. In this episode of the Food Indy Podcast, Suzette Chaumette, MPH offers you 5 tips for making your garden better for the mind, body, and soul.2024-09-2415 min
The Food Indy PodcastMental Health & Farm Life with Katelyn DubanThinking about leaving your life behind, buying a piece of land, and becoming a farmer? Tune in to this episode of the Food Indy podcast, where Suzette has an honest conversation with Katelyn Duban, from The Rural Woman Podcast about her transition from city to farm life and her mental health journey along the way. Listen to exclusive, members-only outtakes available on Patreon.2024-09-1551 min
The Food Indy PodcastRewilding Urban Spaces with Farmer Ben FahrerWith over 25 years of organic farming experience, Benjamin “Farmer Ben” Fahrer from Top Leaf Farms is helping rewild urban spaces using specialized design and farming methods. Learn about how he: uses ancient wisdom to inform current innovation in garden planning integrates ecological rooftop gardens as one answer to a changing climate promotes regenerative agriculture as a way of healing land and communities Farmer Ben is deeply committed to building ecosystems in service to nature and community and helps everyday people, students, and experts get involved. Throughout the episode he shares many simple ways to plug in. 2024-08-281h 02
The Food Indy PodcastLand Theft in the United States with Brea Baker Our guest, Brea Baker, is an acclaimed author, political strategist, and national organizer, whose first book Rooted is a quick-paced and engagingly lucid primer on the physical histories and land legacies of Black people in the United States, interwoven with Baker’s own vivid family history of devastating land loss in Kentucky and North Carolina. Baker has examined records and historical accounts from all over the country to illustrate how the concerted effort to push Black Americans off of the land has resulted in the contemporary racial wealth gap. In chapters like “So...2024-07-2854 min
The Food Indy PodcastCelebrating Wine Culture with Nicole Mallari and VintnoirThis week’s Food Indy guest is Nicole Mallari, the Founder of Vintnoir. The winner of the WSET 2 Award in Wine certification in 2019, she has decided to take a deeper dive into wine after discovering Black winemakers and their exclusive brands. We were so glad to sit down for a conversation and listen to her share the stories of BIPOC winemakers, negociants, merchants and industry professionals with wine enthusiasts and you! VINTNOIR's curated wine subscription box features three mixed bottles from this exclusive yet underrepresented group of wine entrepreneurs and feature wines from brands who identify as Hi...2024-07-0127 min
The Food Indy PodcastEating For Wellness with Dr. Janelle GreenIn this episode, the doctor is in! Dr. Janelle Green is a podiatrist and whole food plant based nutrition coach. We talk about food and mental wellness, and the connection between how we eat and our overall well being. Dr. Janelle Green helps people realize their potential to lower stress and anxiety and prevent disability, by eating more whole foods in everyday life. Listen in!2024-06-1837 min
The Food Indy PodcastConnecting to Land & Eco Living Through Practical Theology with Dr. Ambrose Carroll Part 2In this two part episode Suzette talks with Pastor Ambrose Carroll from Green the Church about the intersection of spirituality, land access, and wellness. Join us for this enlightening conversation where we connect food to joy, community building, and ancient wisdom.2024-05-1930 min
The Food Indy PodcastConnecting to Land & Eco Living Through Practical Theology with Dr. Ambrose Carroll Part 1In this two part episode Suzette talks with Pastor Ambrose Carroll from Green the Church about the intersection of spirituality, land access, and wellness. Join us for this enlightening conversation where we connect food to joy, community building, and ancient wisdom.2024-05-1232 min
The Food Indy PodcastEarth Day Special: 5 Tips For Eco-Friendly LivingHey, hey Earthlings! Earth Day is just around the corner and we have a special episode just for you. Join us for the Earth Day episode of the Food Indy Podcast where Suzette is sharing 5 game-changing tips to help you make a positive impact on our beautiful planet this month and all year long. We explore 5 big things including the power of the 3 R's - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - and introducing a surprise 4th R that will revolutionize the way you think about environmental stewardship and being more eco-friendly. Tune in to...2024-04-1022 min
The Food Indy PodcastAfrica's Innovation and Feeding Our Future with Ndidi Okonkwo NwuneliIn this episode of Food Indy, Suzette Chaumette is talking with social entrepreneur Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli about the power of food and creating a vibrant, sustainable global ecosystem of gardeners and farmers. Ndidi is transforming the agricultural landscape in Africa and encourages investment on the African continent to understand how to eat more sustainably and diversify our diets. In this episode you will hear about: - how we can look more to the Continent to learn about our common food histories - building an ecosystem of multigenerational agricultural leaders - cr...2024-03-3044 min
The Food Indy PodcastConnecting To My Gullah/Geechee Roots with Takeya Meggett On this episode of the Food Indy Podcast, Suzette is in conversation with Takeya Meggett about the journey to discovering her Gullah Geechee ancestry. This unique nation of people are the descendants of West and Central Africans living in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, and Georgia. Listen in to hear about how the nature of their enslavement on isolated coastal plantations, created a unique Gullah Geechee culture retaining many of their indigenous African traditions, language, and food ways. Tune in!2024-03-0850 min
The Positively Green PodcastThe dirty truth about sustainably-made diapers with Amrita Saigal of KudosToday on the podcast we have Amrita Saigal, the founder of Kudos. Amrita is extremely passionate about creating sustainable alternatives that perform just as well, if not better, than their non-sustainable counterparts and, as an MIT-trained engineer and material scientist, she has taken this passion to make a real difference. Kudos is the first disposable diaper on the market lined with 100% cotton touching baby's skin. Not plastic or harshly processed bamboo. Why cotton? It's naturally soft, sustainable, and the #1 doctor-recommended material for rash and eczema. The cotton used in Kudos diapers is 100% U.S.-sourced and cleaned with...2024-02-1237 min
The Food Indy PodcastHappily Feeding Ourselves Naturally with Duron Chavis Duron Chavis, community activist and founder of McDonough Community Garden and the annual Happily Natural Festival in Virginia, promotes health and wellness in at-risk and under-resourced communities. In this episode of Food Indy, Duron talks about how he addresses inequities in our food system through his work to tie community empowerment and economic development directly to our ability to grow food. 2024-02-081h 03
The Food Indy PodcastHow Gardening Saved My Family's Life with Joy MooreIn this episode Suzette Chaumette talks to Joy Moore about how gardening saved her family’s life. As a young mother and activist, Joy noticed that her daughter had behavioral issues and allergies that were affecting her wellbeing. Listen in to hear how food was both the problem and solution in her home and how she used her experience to empower the greater community to make small changes to improve their physical and mental health. Joy shares stories from her grandmother and the rediscovery of small scale farming. Tune in!2023-12-1851 min
The Food Indy PodcastDave McClenton of the Green Samaritan Group pt. 2Here is the second installment of our two-part conversation with Dave McClenton, a husband, father, climate activist, and founder of the Green Samaritan Group. In this episode you learn about how communities, schools, and neighbors can all participate in planting trees, native plants, growing fruits and vegetables, and at the same time, supporting a cleaner, healthier environment. As an Agricultural Engineer, Dave teaches people how to grow food in the Nevada desert heat and how we can be more intentional human beings by treating the Earth better.2023-11-1350 min
The Food Indy PodcastDave McClenton of the Green Samaritan Group pt. 1Here is the first installment of our two-part conversation with Dave McClenton, a husband, father, climate activist, and founder of the Green Samaritan Group. In this episode you learn about how communities, schools, and neighbors can all participate in planting trees, native plants, growing fruits and vegetables, and at the same time, supporting a cleaner, healthier environment. As an Agricultural Engineer, Dave teaches people how to grow food in the Nevada desert heat and how we can be more intentional human beings by treating the Earth better.2023-11-1347 min
The Positively Green PodcastMagical Plants & Flowers with Two Green Witches, Chris Young and Susan OttavianoThis episode is all about love potions from the garden. Our guests Chris Young and Susan Ottaviano, better known as the 2 Green Witches, believe that all plants are magical. Their new book, The Green Witch’s Guide to Magical Plants & Flowers (6/6/23 Skyhorse Publishing) shares how to bring more love and contentment into your life using flowers, plants and other elements of nature. Unlock the secrets hiding in your garden by transforming everyday flowers, fruits, and plants into bath salts, herbal infusions, soaps, sachets, tinctures, and more. You’ll hear about: Love Potions Food for the...2023-10-0852 min
The Food Indy PodcastSwazi Green Lifestyle with Kevin BMeet Kevin B from Swazi Green Lifestyle, an Environmental Compliance Specialist who creates and sustains thriving food forests and gardens wherever he can. Hear about how his cultural and scientific backgrounds have influenced his love of food and growing it. Befoodindy.com2023-10-041h 09
The Positively Green PodcastFinding balance on the homestead, from farming with kids to entrepreneurship, with Jill Winger of The Prairie HomesteadKelsey is back on the podcast for a fun heart-to-heart with Jill Winger of The Prairie Homestead, one of the foremost homesteading websites since 2010. Jill is a powerhouse in the homesteading community, sharing her love of living off the land with all her readers and listeners. Her practical and authentic teaching style and storytelling have won the hearts of hundreds of thousands of homesteaders across social media and through the top-ranked Old Fashioned on Purpose podcast and the best-selling Prairie Homestead Cookbook. In this episode, we have an honest chat all about: Kids o...2023-09-1850 min
The Positively Green PodcastRepair, Reuse, Reduce with Checo Diaz and Gear HuggerOn this episode of PGP, we’re talking about Gear Hugger with founder Checo Diaz. Like most people, Checo was relying on old-fashioned, toxic lubricants for his tune-ups and to keep his gear in prime condition. He realized there was a disconnect between his love for nature and how he and many other outdoor lovers were inadvertently introducing petroleum and toxic chemicals into the ecosystem through their gear. Checo realized he could create a solution and set out to introduce a better, cleaner plant-powered way to keep his gear going longer while taking petroleum and ha...2023-09-0329 min
The Food Indy PodcastCreating Intentional Communities using Social Permaculture with Stuart McCallaIn this episode, I have invited Stuart McCalla to talk about how we can begin to think about repairing harm in our society through social permaculture. Social permaculture is a way of building interdependent communities that mimic nature. You don't want to miss this episode. Befoodindy.com2023-09-021h 06
The Food Indy PodcastRoots and ResistanceWelcome, welcome, welcome to my new Food Indy podcast, which is all about getting people closer to their food and wellness through art, history, and African diasporic cultures. Subscribe today if you or someone that you love has a chronic disease or you just want to live a healthier life that includes fresh food. You’ll hear stories from real people who are infusing culture and traditions into their food, and how they grow, cook, eat, and love. Don’t miss out! Befoodindy.com2023-09-0218 min
The Positively Green PodcastMy First Year of Motherhood with Annie ChensoffMotherhood is a very personal and powerful experience and yet many mothers find themselves receiving advice on how to parent differently or better. We may get it from books, online or from a random stranger on the street--some of it is wanted, most of it is unwanted. One of the things that does warrant more conversation is the transition from being childless to all of a sudden being responsible for another person’s life and well being. In this episode, Suzette talks with Annie Chensoff, a mama, partner, school garden educator, doula and herbalist. One of Annie’s greatest passion...2023-05-2856 min
The Positively Green PodcastSpring Wellness Tips with Carrie StoneIn part 2 of the 2023 PGP wellness series, we’re talking all about self care with Carrie Stone, licensed massage therapist. Suzette and Carrie share easy self-care tips that we can do in our everyday lives. This episode is about so much more than a spa date! You don’t want to miss what these two are talking about, including how self-care is often closer than you think.2023-05-1658 min
The Positively Green PodcastKelsey & Suzette's Favorite Things for Earth DayGuess who is on today’s special Earth Day episode? Tune in to find out! We’re talking all about our favorite things for Earth Day! This is an episode full of tips for making Earth Day everyday from grocery shopping to our favorite apps that help with making decisions about what you buy. We don’t shy away from calling out who and what are really responsible for the climate crisis (Hint: Just 100 corporations). Join Kelsey and Suzette for our favorite things for this Earth Day special Positively Green Podcast episode. ...2023-04-2240 min
The Positively Green PodcastCutting Through the Myths with Tora Spigner On this episode of the Positively Green Podcast, we’re talking about infant circumcision. To circumcise or not to circumcise? That is the question that a lot of new parents face when they have a little boy. In some cultures, it’s a given that boys will be intact until a certain age, while in others, they do it at birth. In a lot of other cultures, keeping the penis the way that it came into the world is just fine. Tora Spigner is a labor and delivery nurse and nursing professor at Los Medanos College. She r...2023-04-1629 min
The Positively Green PodcastMaking Plant-Based Milks with Alicia Long and NutrOn this episode of PGP, you’ll meet Alicia Long, Founder and CEO of Nutr, a sustainable wellness brand that is changing the way we consume milk. As a wellness sustainability leader, Alicia has many insights to share and a lot of credibility in the field. You’ll hear about Nutr , the patent-pending Nutr Machine – a signature product that makes nut and plant-based milks at the push of a button. If you are a fan of plant based milks, or want to try dairy alternatives, listen in. You don’t want to miss this e2023-04-0437 min
The Positively Green PodcastFighting for Food Freedom with Tambra Raye Stevenson Tambra Raye Stevenson is the founder of WANDA, Women Advancing Nutrition Dietetics and Agriculture, a pipeline and platform for women and girls as "food sheroes" in Africa and the African diaspora, who lead building better food systems for healthier communities. As a champion for making foods of the African diaspora for health and identity, Tambra is also the founder of NATIVSOL Kitchen, which provides Pan-African nutrition education. In this episode you will hear: -Exciting food news and policy changes ahead -Tips for making your meals more nutritious -Why drinking water is good for your gut Tambra is cha...2023-03-161h 11
The Positively Green PodcastTaking care of Mommy: Sex, pregnancy and reproductive health with Dr. Amanda Williams, MD, MPH, FACOG This episode is all about sexual and reproductive health, and the 4th trimester. Listen in to hear Dr. Williams's recommendations about how to have a healthy sex life, plan for pregnancy, and care for yourself once the baby arrives. You won’t want to miss this episode! Tune in! Dr. Amanda P. Williams, MD, MPH, FACOG is the Medical Director at Mahmee, a maternal healthcare company dedicated to improving health equity and empowering all families with wraparound care during the pregnancy and postpartum period. --2023-02-2336 min
The Positively Green PodcastBeing Earth Positive Using Rosy Soil with guests Chad Massura and Jules GiulianoOn this episode of the Positively Green Podcast, meet Chad Massura and Jules Giuliano from @rosysoil, the first Earth Positive soil company. Hear about how their soil is good for your plants and good for the planet. Listen in!2023-02-0544 min
The Positively Green PodcastSelf Care for 2023 with Carrie StoneIn this episode, you will hear Suzette and guest Carrie Stone talk about everyday self care. Carrie Stone is a private practice massage therapist based in Northern California, where she was born and raised. For the last 21 years, Carrie has grown her massage practice from a few clients way back in 2001 to providing over 13,000 massages to date. Not only that, she is owner of MassageLogic - a massage staffing company which has provided onsite massage services for Slack, Marqeta, Planet Labs, Segment, Airtable, and other technology companies in the Bay Area, New York, and Colorado. Carrie is at her best when...2023-01-2357 min
The Rural Woman PodcastPromoting Food Independence with Suzette ChaumetteOn this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Suzette Chaumette. Suzette is a Health Communications Scientist with over 25 years of international and domestic experience and the founder of Food Indy, all about food independence. She is a worm farmer, 4th generation backyard gardener and home chef. You might find her at local estate sales or trying to figure out how to turn old things into new ones.She is a public speaker and also the co-host of the Positively Green Podcast.For full show notes, including links mentioned in the sh...2022-07-291h 02
The Positively Green PodcastThe Old White Guy who Questions Everything pt. 2On the second half of this thought provoking episode of the Positvely Green Podcast, meet Chris Walker, who describes himself as an “old white guy who questions everything”. Raised in the Santa Clara Valley before it was Silicon Valley–Chris grew up in an agricultural context, working summers drying grapes with his grandfather in Coachella Valley. You will hear Chris’ thoughts about: - How narratives shape our reality and how we might challenge them - Questioning standards for products and food - Resources and recommendations for additional learning ...2022-07-1825 min
The Positively Green PodcastThe Old White Guy who Questions Everything pt. 1On the first half of this thought provoking episode of the Positvely Green Podcast, meet Chris Walker, who describes himself as an “old white guy who questions everything”. Raised in the Santa Clara Valley before it was Silicon Valley–Chris grew up in an agricultural context, working summers drying grapes with his grandfather in Coachella Valley. You will hear Chris’ thoughts about: - How narratives shape our reality and how we might challenge them - Questioning standards for products and food - Resources and recommendations for additional learning ...2022-07-1143 min
The Positively Green PodcastThe Truth about Greenwashing with Addie Fisher of Old World New Part 2Addie Fisher is a sustainable lifestyle content creator and the founding editor of Old World New, where she shares tips to live sustainably for people of all backgrounds. Her goal is to provide free access to knowledge that makes living sustainably accessible to underrepresented communities, especially communities of color - all in an entertaining manner. Addie also often shares aspects of her culture as an African American woman, whether that's celebrating Juneteenth and Kwanzaa or sharing her family’s history, in hopes to enlighten, educate, and spread the joy she finds in her heritage. In this episode you’l...2022-05-3026 min
The Positively Green PodcastThe Truth about Greenwashing with Addie Fisher of Old World New Part 1Addie Fisher is a sustainable lifestyle content creator and the founding editor of Old World New, where she shares tips to live sustainably for people of all backgrounds. Her goal is to provide free access to knowledge that makes living sustainably accessible to underrepresented communities, especially communities of color - all in an entertaining manner. Addie also often shares aspects of her culture as an African American woman, whether that's celebrating Juneteenth and Kwanzaa or sharing her family’s history, in hopes to enlighten, educate, and spread the joy she finds in her heritage. In this episode yo...2022-05-0941 min
The Positively Green PodcastZero Waste Chef with Anne-Marie BonneauConcerned with the planet’s plastic pollution problem, Anne-Marie Bonneau, the Zero Waste Chef, went plastic-free in 2011 and for her zero waste was the next logical step. Anne-Marie describes herself as someone who is not a huge consumer and who is conscious about her purchases. In this episode you will learn: How to keep your kitchen low waste Ways to decrease waste when grocery shopping How kitchen scraps can be turned in to food Tune in to learn more from the @zerowastechef2022-04-251h 07
The Positively Green PodcastEarth Day ReflectionsEach of us plays a role in reducing our waste and we must go beyond recycling. In this Earth Day episode, Suzette gives her reflections on the meaning of this holiday and offers quick tips for minimizing waste in your everyday life. Tune in to learn about: -shopping trip hacks -materials to use and avoid -energy foods for health and wellness2022-04-2221 min
The Positively Green PodcastGrowing Food Growing People with Leah Lee BurnettLeah Lee Burnett is the founder and CEO of Growing Food Growing People in St. Louis, MO. whose mission is to Grow food and people through healthy food accessibility and reconnecting to the soil. She is an Urban Farmer and has been growing food for the last six years. A Social Justice advocate at heart. Growing up in the city of St. Louis, there is little access to healthy food, the black community, where the only options are processed and convenience snacks and food that have little to no nutritional value. She took it upon herself to find a solution an...2022-03-2154 min
The Positively Green PodcastSelf-care, Wellness and Resiliency with Dr. Anna O'Malley Dr. Anna O’Malley, is an Integrative Family and Community Medicine physician and founder of Natura Institute of Ecology and Medicine, in the Commonweal Garden, who on a daily basis bears witness to the limiting challenges of the medical or “disease manage-ment” system. She has done a lot of research on anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative, foods, how to most effectively cleanse and detoxify the body, and preparing foods for maximum nutrition. In this episode we talk about: The remarkable ability of human beings to heal, to be well, and feel vitality Our capacity to recover from dif...2022-03-041h 33
The Positively Green PodcastFarming while Black with Leah Penniman of Soul Fire FarmLeah Penniman, mother, farmer, ordained spiritual teacher, and author co-founded Soul Fire Farm, an 80-acre farm in New York, with the mission of reclaiming the inherent right to belong to the earth and have agency in the food system for Black and Brown people. She has led thousands through farmer training, on her 80-acre farm in New York and internationally in Mexico, Haiti, and Ghana, building solidarity with different communities to strengthen local food systems. Leah’s book “Farming While Black” is a love song for the earth and her peoples. During this episode, we hear Leah...2022-02-1446 min
The Positively Green PodcastAn honest and open conversation about the 2nd and 3rd trimester of pregnancyWe are back on the Positively Green Podcast to talk all about everything you need to know for your 2nd and 3rd trimester of pregnancy. This is a no-nonsense episode full of down-to-earth experience and insight for all our soon-to-be mamas out there. Suzette and I don’t shy away from topics like sex while pregnant, circumcision, itchy breasts - and all the other glorious pregnancy symptoms mamas face as they finish out the last months of their pregnancy. In this episode we discuss: What has sex been like during the 2nd and 3rd tri...2022-02-071h 11
The Positively Green PodcastRaising chickens naturally with Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs DailyTo kick off season 4 of the podcast we have on the queen of the coop herself - Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs Daily. Lisa has been raising chickens naturally for over a decade on her Fresh Eggs Daily Blog and shares with us all about how you can get started with your first backyard flock. We love her down-to-earth advice on using herbs and natural means to care for your hens. Lisa was and continues to be incredibly generous with her knowledge and insight on chicken care so be sure to tune in! With an audience of...2022-01-2454 min
The Positively Green PodcastSustainable and non-toxic home renovation and remodeling tips with Lisa Tharp and ECOS PaintsToday we are chatting about all things non-toxic and sustainable home renovation and remodeling. We have Lisa Tharp, an eco-minded award-winning designer, on the show. She founded Lisa Tharp Design, an international design firm known for its clean-lined artistic blend of the classic with the modern, a hand-crafted custom furniture line, and industry leadership in design practices that support the wellness of people and our planet. Lisa is committed to the idea of a healthy house after her own health challenges were traced back to toxic building materials in previous work environments. She has spent over ten y...2021-10-2550 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow to have a natural and empowered first trimester of your pregnancyWe’ve got some exciting news! The PGP family is growing. Kelsey’s having a baby! Getting through your first trimester can be such a challenge. From morning sickness to fatigue to sleeping issues - your body is going through so many changes as you grow a human. We are sharing tips and tricks on how to get through those first trimester symptoms. We also are going to share the go-to resources that helped us learn and understand the changes our bodies are going through. Resources Mentioned: SmartyPants Prenatal (the proper form of folate) Cod L...2021-10-041h 02
The Positively Green PodcastPutting convenience back into the sustainability conversation with Lauren Gropper of RepurposeWouldn't be great if we could give ourselves a bit of a break as we strive for sustainability in our everyday lives? That's why we had Lauren Gropper, the founder of Repurpose, on the Positively Green Podcast. Repurpose is one of the leading brands in compostable single-use tableware - meaning you can plan your next BBQ with a clean conscience! Topics discussed: Lauren's journey to founding Repurpose How their compostable tableware is made How Repurpose single-use tableware breaks down in landfills and backyard composting systems Repurpose accessibility and price point compared to leading single-use brands The...2021-09-2040 min
The Positively Green PodcastTurning food waste into compost right on your kitchen counter with Jeremy Lang of Lomi and PelaThe woes of composting your food waste are many. From the odor to messiness, trying to compost at home can be extremely challenging, especially if you don't have composting service or a backyard to finish your compost. That's why we had Jeremy Lang, the founder of Pela and Lomi, on the Positively Green Podcast. In this episode, we learn all about Lomi - the countertop composter that turns your food waste into compost in a matter of hours. No mess and no smell - just finished compost at the push of a button! Jeremy Lang is the F...2021-08-3040 min
The Positively Green PodcastEco-Friendly Back to School ShoppingIt's that time of year again! Back to school shopping. In this episode, Suzette will share her eco-friendly back-to-school shopping tips, adapted from an article written by Jennifer Aiken. In this episode you’ll learn about: Shopping for school supplies Buying eco-friendly clothes Packing a plastic-free lunch Yummy alternatives to packaged snacks Resources mentioned: Recycled Pencils Colored Pencil Highlighters Non-toxic Crayons Bento Boxes Recycled Parchment Paper Stasher Bags It’s easy to get the classroom list and run to the store, but before heading out, take inventory of what you already have. You likel...2021-08-1721 min
The Positively Green PodcastSpring Wellness Tips for Health and VitalityIn this episode, we are sharing six wellness tips to slow your mind, strengthen your body, and tend to your spirit for the refreshing season of Spring. We discuss: How to grow your own sprouts right on your kitchen counter The importance of a "sit spot" to help calm your mind and connect with nature Incorporating tinctures into your self-care routine Easy tips for smart food shopping and eating healthy How to do a simple parasite cleanse Using herbs and flowers for a DIY spa experience Resources mentioned: Sprouting Tower Shop Kelsey's favorite tinctures Sal...2021-06-0153 min
The Positively Green PodcastClimate action, energy efficient building, intersectionality, and where you can feel empowered with Nate DewartNate Dewart is a Senior Project Manager at an energy consulting firm in the San Francisco Bay Area. We chat about climate action, policy creation, and intersectionality. In this episode, we discuss: How you can advocate for better environmental standards in your home and community About home appliance efficiency standards and the impacts on the environment How legislation, policy shifts, regulatory action are solutions Some important, behind-the-scenes work on market transformation How everyday people like you can make a difference locally and nationally and participate in the biggest opportunities for legislation to make lasting changes for t...2021-05-101h 13
The Positively Green PodcastPrioritizing Rest and Collectivism with Ashanti Williams of Blackyard Farm CooperativeAshanti Williams is a Black female farmer, raised and nurtured by activists and land stewards of the Carolinas and the Bronx. She is passionate about working and learning alongside animals in an effort to create sustainable farm systems that are accessible to Black people. The access to safe learning environments around raising animals as a person of color has not been readily available to her which propelled her to work towards creating them with the Blackyard Farm Cooperative. The Blackyard Farm Cooperative was created by five young Black and Latinx farmers/entrepreneurs in the Bronx working together...2021-04-0545 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow to get started with VermicompostingSuzette teaches us all about vermicomposting. Landfilling garbage is becoming less and less popular, especially as we are learning about how individuals can help curb climate change. (And large corporations are most responsible, but we can also put our minds on small steps that we can take too.) Most of us think of paper, plastic, and yard waste as garbage, but food waste is a huge percentage of the total waste stream. Did you know that food waste contributes to greenhouse gases? And that by composting with worms, you can efficiently process food waste and turn i...2021-03-2237 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow to get started with chickens and what you need to knowSuzette asks Kelsey all her most pressing chicken-keeping questions in this episode. Kelsey is a self-appointed crazy chicken lady and shares all of her chicken knowledge with Suzette and our listeners. We talk about: How Kelsey got started with chickens What are some of the misconceptions and myths about chicken keeping What Kelsey's daily chicken routine looks like What are the housing requirements for chickens? How Kelsey built a chicken tractor and why she loves it How do you deal with chicken poop? Why chicken necropsies are so important What are the medical supplies you need t...2021-03-0847 min
The Positively Green PodcastHealing generational trauma: Connecting with nature and community organizing with Curtis LeeYouth programs are places where children and young adults find support and camaraderie, often looking to leaders of those programs as mentors and coaches. Sometimes those leaders have been through their own struggles and trauma and use their experiences to guide youth toward better habits and outcomes. One such person is Curtis Lee whose harrowing story about trauma, prison, loss and leadership have made him work with nature as a way of healing trauma, teaching kids about their connection to the larger world, and conservation of our natural spaces. Curtis Junior Lee was born in 1966 in...2021-02-261h 05
The Positively Green PodcastBiculturalism and gardening, building community, and home birth with Sandrine MalaryIn this episode, we have guest Sandrine Malary. Born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Sandrine Malary is part of a new generation of Haitian artists who maintain close ties to their motherland and its culture. She has a degree in Psychology from the George Washington University, which she uses to relate to her community and to parent. She is a mother of 4 children. Two home-birthed in Ayiti and two in Oakland, CA. With self-sustenance as a life approach, Sandrine has homeschooled her kids, built a home garden, and created home-based online businesses as an artist and educator. 2021-02-191h 04
The Positively Green PodcastBlack America's Farming Legacy - One Family's JourneyTo honor Black America's farming legacy during Black History Month, on this episode we have guest, Mina Wilson. Mina is a community activist and public health professional who shares with us her family's legacy from their arrival in America as enslaved peoples to today. We’ll be talking about family history, farming, interdependence, food sovereignty, and liberation. Show notes: Visiting and honoring the places of our ancestors Leaning on family - both immediate and extended- and recognizing the power of collective thinking over individual thinking Black legacy and recognizing the work and humanity of the enslaved as t...2021-02-091h 32
The Positively Green Podcast6 Winter Wellness Tips for Health and VitalityIn the winter we can all feel a bit "blah" so for this episode we are sharing six winter wellness tips for health and vitality. Suzette and Kelsey go through all six tips and provide actionable info to help give your winter blues a lift! Show Notes: What is dry brushing and how does it benefit your health What we can learn from the seasonal fluctuations of nature How to do self-massage to release myofascial tension and relax Why grocery shopping and eating can be considered a practice of non-violence Why your gratitude journaling isn't working a...2021-01-2550 min
The Positively Green PodcastGetting to know Suzette Chaumette our new cohostSeason 3 has launched with a warm welcome to our new cohost Suzette @reducereusesuze. Suzette Chaumette is a public health researcher, gardener, and community activist who is on a lifelong plastic-free journey. She’ll be sharing tips and tricks with you for reducing plastic in your home, office, and garden. In this season premiere, we get to know Suzette through: her background in biological sciences and public health her values around intersectionality and sustainable living how she found her way to gardening and permaculture her work towards a more equitable future in food and community bu...2021-01-111h 03
The Positively Green PodcastCatch up with Kelsey and Becca + we tried Salt Room Therapy and here's what happenedWe’re about to take a break from new podcast episodes for a while, so we wanted to have an informal chat about some life updates, what’s new with us, and what we’ve been up to! Plus, hear all about our halotherapy (salt room) experience! We recently visited the Salt Room Lake Country and had an awesome time. It’s a holistic and natural treatment that can help with allergies, respiratory conditions, dermatitis, sinus infections, and more. And be sure to check out our sponsor, OSEA! Use code POSITIVELYGREEN10 for $10 off your first purchase...2020-08-1333 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow to open a zero waste store with Jenna Meier of The Glass PantryAs the demand for eco-friendly and sustainable items rises, more and more zero waste and bulk shops are opening to meet that need! Our guest for this episode is Jenna Meier, the owner of The Glass Pantry, a newly-opened zero waste and bulk store located in the Walkers Point neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. Her goal is to make your sustainability journey a little bit easier by offering pantry staples, household cleaners, and personal care products in a package-free way. The Glass Pantry offers organic, locally-made products in bulk; allowing you to stock up on everything you need...2020-07-2751 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow to build a community effort around sustainability with Laura Loucks of the Waukesha County Green TeamDo you ever feel like you’re on an island when it comes to caring about sustainability? Do you wish you could get involved with a local group that also shares that passion? You can! Please welcome our guest Laura Loucks, Volunteer Coordinator with the Waukesha County Green Team, as we learn about green teams and building a community effort around sustainable living. Topics Covered: Laura’s background and how she became involved with the Waukesha County Green Team What a “green team” is and initiatives they are involved with spearheading Opportunities to volunteer and get involved...2020-07-1342 min
The Positively Green PodcastWhere regenerative agriculture gets it wrong and what we can do about it with Chris Newman of Sylvanaqua FarmsWe’re having an important conversation today about the intersection of race and agriculture, the glaring issues within the clean food movement, and how regenerative agriculture keeps getting it wrong with Chris Newman. Chris is the co-founder of Sylvanaqua Farms, which is based in the D.C. region. They raise forest-raised pork, grass-fed beef, and pastured chicken and eggs. Chris offers a unique perspective on regenerative agriculture and where mainstream regenerative ag gets it wrong. A member of the Choptico Band of Piscataway Indians, Chris places a heavy emphasis on the indigenous ethics, values, and knowledge serving as...2020-06-081h 15
The Positively Green PodcastHow to reframe the power of your vote with Nathaniel Stinnett of the Environmental Voter ProjectWe’re heading to the polls and chatting all about voting today! We interview Nathaniel Stinnett, founder of the Environmental Voter Project, a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that aims to significantly increase voter demand for environmental leadership by identifying inactive environmentalists and then turning them into consistent activists and voters. Resources mentioned: Quinta MKE CSA box Grassway Organics Kelsey’s Holistic Home eBook (code positivelygreen for 15% off) Topics covered in this episode: How the Environmental Voter Project got started The effect of COVID-19 on voter turnout this year Why does environmental policy always sit lowest on t...2020-06-0151 min
The Positively Green PodcastRefill, reuse, rejoice! Featuring Plaine Products CEO, Lindsey McCoyWe have another awesome lady boss guest on the Positively Green Podcast today! We chat with the CEO of Plaine Products, Lindsey McCoy. They are a natural, refillable, zero waste body care brand that you will LOVE. Get an inside scoop of what it’s like running a sustainable business and learn how they have helped divert over 100,000 plastic bottles from landfills to date! Topics covered in this episode: How Plaine Products got started and what they offer Why are plastic shampoo bottles a problem in the first place – can’t they just be recycled? Why is ref...2020-05-1141 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow to create community resilience using the Transition Network with Ratih SutrisnoPlease welcome Ratih Sutrisno, the Communications & Outreach Coordinator at Transition US, the national hub representing the Transition Movement in the United States. This is a grassroots movement and method of communities coming together to reimagine and rebuild our world. It’s based on fostering a deeper connection and acting locally to become self-sufficient and build community resilience. In this episode, we chat about: What are transition towns? The core principles of the Transition Network and how it went from a local movement to a global initiative Tangible benefits that towns and communities have experienced by implementing these principles Co...2020-04-2643 min
The Positively Green PodcastHolistic Dog Care and Raw Diet Tips with Roberta DonaldsonPlease welcome back Roberta Donaldson from Millennial Cat Mom! This episode has gone to the dogs. As in, we’re talking all about holistic and sustainable dog care today. Topics Covered: The problem with conventional dog kibble, how it’s made, and how it affects health What label splitting is and why it’s so deceiving on an ingredient list Raw feeding and why it’s so beneficial for dogs and akin to their wild carnivore diet Why most vets advise against “grain-free” diets; should we actually be concerned about DCM in dogs? Better kibble and raw food alte...2020-04-131h 08
The Positively Green PodcastCheers to drinking Natural Wine with Allie Kruse of Nonfiction WineGrab a glass of (natural) wine and join us for a virtual happy hour! We have special guest Allie Kruse, owner of Nonfiction Natural Wines in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She drops some major knowledge about all things natural, organic, low-intervention wine. Topics Covered: What does “natural” wine even mean and what additives are typically found in conventional wines Debunking the myth of sulfites causing headaches Common misconceptions about natural wines Do different regions of the world tend to produce more natural wines? What to look for on wine labels and why just opting for “organic” shouldn’t necessaril...2020-03-2947 min
The Positively Green PodcastNine simple ways to make your home a healthier and safer environmentAs more and more of us are working remotely and practicing social distancing as the coronavirus hits the US, we thought it would be helpful to share nine simple ways you can make your home a healthier and safer environment. We hope these tips bring you peace of mind and give you a sense of control during this scary time! According to the EPA, the average American indoor environment is 2 to 5 times more polluted than the outdoor air. The EPA also stated that the worst air pollution in our nation is right inside our own homes and...2020-03-1444 min
The Positively Green PodcastThe Top 6 Ways To Make 2020 Your Most Sustainable Year YetWe’re back for Season 2, hooray! Today we’re taking a look at where the top U.S. emissions came from in 2019, and the top six ways you can mindfully live a more eco-friendly and sustainable life in 2020. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Local Harvest for CSA boxes, farmer’s markets, etc. Petition for Trader Joes to reduce its plastic packaging Petition #1 to get Amazon to reduce the use of plastic Petition #2 to stop Amazon from using plastic altogether Carbon180 Carbonfund.org And be sure to check out our sponsor, OSEA! Use code POSITIVELYGREEN10 for $10 off your first purchas...2020-03-0234 min
The Positively Green PodcastWhat's next for Becca and Kelsey, Season 1 RecapWe can hardly believe it's been a year since we launched the Positively Green Podcast. Launching this sustainable and holistic living podcast has been such a joy. We both love seeing your sustainable swaps, hearing what episodes have inspired you to change your habits, and creating content that can hopefully make a positive impact as we curb climate change. In this episode we discuss: How we felt about each of the episodes we created What episodes are our personal favorites and why What’s next for both of us When you can expect Season 2 to a...2019-10-0740 min
The Positively Green PodcastSustainable and Toxin-Free Cat Care with Roberta Donaldson of The Millennial Cat MomFor all our earth-friendly cat moms and dads out there, we have got the purr-fect episode for you. If you have been wondering how to care for your kitty in a sustainable and toxin-free way, Roberta Donaldson of The Millennial Cat Mom is here to help. In this episode we learn why cats are true carnivores and how to source ethically raised meat for the healthiest and most sustainable feline diet possible. We also cover everything from eco-friendly litter box care to zero-waste cat toys. Roberta Donaldson is an Environmental Scientist and Conservation Biologist by da...2019-09-231h 17
The Positively Green PodcastWhy the oil cleansing method is the best way to beautify your skin with Emma of The Sunday StandardThis week on The Positively Green Podcast we have organic skincare formulator Emma, founder of The Sunday Standard. Becca and Kelsey have both dealt with acne-prone skin, so chatting with Emma about her nourishing facial products was so enlightening. We've both been implementing the Oil Cleansing Method (OCM) for a while and Emma took our understanding of why it works to a whole new level. If you've been curious how OCM works or you have been trying it for a while and want to take it a step further, this episode is for you! The Sunday Standard is...2019-09-0956 min
The Positively Green PodcastHolistic tips for a good night's sleep, acupressure, and integrative medicine with Kate Eskuri, RNOn today’s episode of the Positively Green Podcast, we have special guest, Kate Eskuri. Kate is a Minnesota girl, registered nurse, holistic health junkie, and the voice behind The Foundation Blog, a modern woman's guide to all things slow living, integrative health, and holistic self-care. Kate got her nursing degree at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities where competed in Division I track, graduated with honors and completed years of health research introducing yoga to older female adults. Upon graduating and working as an RN at the Mayo Clinic ICU, Kate felt a longing to specialize in holistic health....2019-08-261h 13
The Positively Green PodcastUpleveling your clean beauty routine from habit to conscious self careIf you've fallen into a slump with your green and clean beauty routine and want to take it to the next level - one of mindful and conscious self-care, this episode is for you! Becca walks Kelsey through her very own Custom Green Beauty Consult - which is full of tips on how to take your toxin-free beauty habits from humdrum to heck yes. Becca recently launched her Organically You: Custom Green Beauty Consult service. So today, you get a front-row seat to the amazing work she does as she walks Kelsey through a consult of her...2019-08-1137 min
The Positively Green PodcastWhy EMF radiation is an unseen threat and tips for protecting yourself with Daniel DeBaunIn this episode, we have special guest Daniel DeBaun, an internationally recognized expert in EMF radiation, EMF shielding, and EMF-related health issues with special focus on the effect of exposure from mobile devices such as laptops, tablets, and cell phones. He is the author of Radiation Nation: Complete Guide to EMF Protection & Safety and co-founder of DefenderShield. Topics we cover in this episode: What are EMFs (electromagnetic radiation and frequencies) and how they work Common sources of EMFs and where they can be found in our homes Minor and major health effects on the human body...2019-07-1559 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow To Mindfully Improve Your Core Areas of Wellness With Integrative Health Coach Karen MalkinPlease welcome Karen Malkin as our special guest today! She is a board-certified health and wellness coach and also serves on the board of directors for the Environmental Working Group. Topics covered in this episode: About Karen and her personal health journey, and her foundations of holistic and integrative medicine How integrative health differs from traditional western medicine The 7 core areas of health that she focuses on, and how to make health and wellness less overwhelming Beginner steps we can take to improve our core areas of health She guides us through a 4-7...2019-07-0248 min
The Positively Green PodcastPeriod Talk: Holistic Pain Management Tips (Part 2)In this episode of The Positively Green Podcast, Becca and Kelsey share how they deal with dysmenorrhea, aka periods from the seventh circle of hell. We’ve got a good line up of zero-waste and holistic period pain management options for you. When PMS rears its ugly head for many of us ladies, the conventional options are all we feel we have at our disposal to help manage the pain. Tune in to find out how we deal with the red wave holistically. Show Notes: Holistic and zero waste options to help ease period pain Natural re...2019-06-1732 min
The Positively Green PodcastPeriod Talk: Tips for having a zero waste cycle (Part 1)In this episode, Kelsey and Becca talk all about why you should work towards a zero-waste and toxin-free menstrual cycle. They also share their favorite zero-waste options for feminine items, like absorbable undies and the menstrual cup, and how to use them. Show Notes: Positive News: Green Waste Recycling is turning green waste into greener fields Study on how synthetic fibers mess with our bacterial environment Study on how those undisclosed chemicals are absorbed from tampons and pads Study on how pesticide residue from cotton tampons is present A great video of Andrea Donsky burning a conve...2019-06-0329 min
The Positively Green PodcastThe five surprising reasons to get started with organic vegetable gardeningIf you have been thinking this is the year to get your first organic vegetable garden started, then we have the perfect episode to give you the final push. Discover the five surprising reasons to get your first vegetable garden going and how gardening can have a positive impact on your health, community, and the environment. In this episode we talk about: How gardening can actually reduce your plastic waste What food miles are and how what you eat produces carbon emissions Why choosing organic over conventional gardening is better for your health and the environment...2019-05-1224 min
The Positively Green PodcastWhat you need to know when it comes to natural sunscreenSpring is finally here! And in today’s episode of the Positively Green Podcast, we’re talking all about the sun. Believe it or not, we NEED some sun exposure without any sunscreen to help our bodies get Vitamin D. We’re also talking about the ingredients in conventional sunscreens and their health effects, as well as how they are negatively impacting the environment. Then we also leave you with safe, non-toxic, mineral sunscreen options. We’re all about practicing safe sun exposure over here! Studies: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21310306 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih...2019-04-2926 min
The Positively Green PodcastThe truth behind sustainable food packaging with Dan KurzrockIn this episode, we chat with Dan Kurzrock, the CEO of Regrained, a company that is working hard to find sustainable solutions for food waste and packaging waste. If you’ve been frustrated with the non-recyclable and non-compostable food packaging winding up in your garbage, this is the episode for you. In this episode we discuss: Why finding a sustainable food packaging solution is so complex How compostable food packaging works The issues we may not realize with compostable food packaging What innovative solutions are being worked on right now How consumers can get mor...2019-04-1557 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow to easily incorporate herbalism into your lifestyle with Kyle DentonToday on the Positively Green Podcast we interview herbalist Kyle Denton of Tippecanoe Herbs. Kyle is an educator, medicine maker, and owner of Tippecanoe Herbs & Apothecary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Drawing from his background in Ayurveda and Traditional Western Herbalism, Kyle will expand your understanding of our relationship to the natural world and help you introduce simple and easy ways to incorporate herbalism into your everyday life. Show Notes: Nourishment by Fred Provenza HerbRally Podcast The Plant Path Podcast by Sajah & Whitney Popham Herbcraft.org by Jim McDonald2019-04-0159 min
The Positively Green PodcastListener Q + AIn this episode, Kelsey and Becca answer listeners’ questions on everything from gardening to soap to getting your significant other on board to live a greener lifestyle. Laundry + Dishes Buckaroo Organics Soapberry Detergent Wool Dryer Balls Redecker Beechwood Pot and Dish Brushes Better Life Dish Soap Seventh Generation Dr. Bronner’s CBD Facial Oil https://www.healthyskinglows.com/cbd-oil-stress-acne-21-day-experiment/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4151231/ https://khus-khus.com/products/sen-fa...2019-03-1831 min
The Positively Green PodcastWhy you don't have to go vegan to live sustainablyOn this episode of the Positively Green Podcast, we discuss why you don’t have to go vegan to live sustainably. This episode has come at the request of many of our listeners, as well as being born out of the necessity to start a more open dialogue about eating meat and raising livestock in the face of climate change. Books: Defending Beef by Nicolette Hahn Niman Fresh Fruit Broken Bodies by Seth Holmes Videos: Allan Savory’s TED Talk Websites: ...2019-03-0438 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow to have a sustainable and eco-friendly weddingIn this episode, Kelsey and Becca share all their tips on how to have a sustainable, ethical, and zero-waste wedding. Kelsey is currently planning her wedding and compiled all the research she has done, from ethical engagement ring companies to how to reduce waste at the reception. If you want all the info in one place, be sure to grab Kelsey’s free Green Wedding Guide! Engagement Rings Rosados Box Sharon Zimmerman Catbird NYC Trumpet and Horn Brilliant Earth Wedd...2019-02-1742 min
The Positively Green PodcastThe Top Five Body Products To Swap Right NowIn this episode, Becca and Kelsey discuss the top five body products you should swap now. Our skin is our biggest organ, and what we put on it definitely affects our health. Finding non-toxic products that are both effective and trustworthy can be difficult. That's Kelsey and Becca share their tried and true favorites with you. Deodorant: Green Tidings Deodorant Stick Meow Meow Tweet Deodorant Cream Ursa Major Baking Soda-Free Deodorant Stick Routine Natural Deodorant Creams Primal Pit Paste Shampoo + Conditioner: Chagrin Valley Shampoo Bars Plaine Products Refillable Shampoo + Conditioner Ursa Major Shampoo Rahua...2019-02-0448 min
The Positively Green PodcastHow to get started with compostingIn today's episode, we are talking all about how to get started with composting. Starting to compost can feel like such an insurmountable task, that's why we wanted to break it down for you step by step in this episode. Show Notes: The Friend and Foe Compost Guide - PRINTABLE Supplies for Composting: For smaller green scrap holding try this one For larger green scrap holding try this one For medium-sized for brown scrap holding try this one This is the best compost tumbler Kelsey's ever owned Want to learn how to compost all you...2019-01-2032 min
The Positively Green PodcastF is for Fluoride with Melissa GallicoIn this episode Becca and Kelsey interview Melissa Gallico, a former military intelligence officer, Fulbright scholar, and intelligence specialist at the FBI. Melissa has studied the negative effects of Fluoride on the human body and our environment and discusses ways we can detox and be more informed. You can learn more about Melissa and follow her at: The Hidden Cause of Acne Book Gallico Studios Fluoride Free Faces Facebook Group Instagram @MelissaGallico2019-01-0748 min
The Positively Green PodcastFive Easy Ways To Go Plastic FreeIn this episode, we are going to talk about all things plastic - what kinds of plastics exist and do they have a negative effect on your health. We will also give you five easy ways to go plastic-free right now. 1. Reusable Grocery Bags instead of plastic grocery bags. 2. Reusable Silverware instead of plastic silverware 3. Ceramic stoneware or mason jars from Goodwill or a metal tiffin instead of plastic Tupperware. 4. Kleen Kanteen or silicone sleeves for your mason jar instead of a single-use to-go cup 5. Reusable washable produce bags inste...2018-12-1418 min
The Positively Green PodcastUnderstanding the fast fashion industry with Marissa BieseIn this episode, we’ll be talking all about how you can navigate the fashion industry when it comes to sustainable brands, materials, and fast fashion. We are so excited to have our first guest on the show. Her name is Marissa Biese and she is a dear friend of Becca's. They actually met on Instagram of all places. Like Kelsey and Becca, Marissa also lives in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area. She’s a dog mom, photographer, and blogs about many aspects of living a more waste-free life, from eco fashion, to plastic-free products, to eco-friendly pet supp...2018-12-0249 min
The Positively Green PodcastWhat is greenwashing and how do you avoid it?Today we’re going to have a conversation all about greenwashing. You may or may not have heard this term used before, and in our opinion, it’s something that most people fall victim to when trying to switch to a greener lifestyle. Be sure to check out Becca's Clean Beauty Workbook which will help you navigate the switch to greener beauty products. Don't forget to use The Think Dirty App the next time you are shopping. If you decide to do a bathroom purge, try out the EWG Skin Deep Database to see how yo...2018-11-1222 min
The Positively Green PodcastWhat does sustainable living even mean?Are you wondering what it even means to live sustainably? This episode of The Positively Green Podcast is for you! Kelsey and Becca debunk these buzzwords we keep hearing on living a green life and set you up for a deeper understanding of sustainable living. You can think of it as our mission statement. To check out Kelsey's upcoming ebook The Holistic Home click here: http://www.greenwillowhomestead.com/books Thanks for tuning in!2018-11-0422 min
The Positively Green PodcastWho the heck are these green-loving gals?Are you curious who Becca and Kelsey are? What's their background in? How did they get started with their sustainable living journeys? This episode is a quick and fun get-to-know us and why we are on a mission to inspire you to live a green life you'll love.2018-10-1732 min
The Positively Green PodcastThe Teaser EpisodeAre you curious to learn more about living sustainably? Are you trying to make some eco-friendly choices in your day-to-day and want two green cheerleaders to guide you through it all? Tune in to the Positively Green Podcast!2018-10-1704 min