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Serious Danger210: Hate speech laws & Invasion Day ft. Larissa Baldwin-Roberts(Note: Sorry for some unavoidable sound issues later on this ep!)Tom is joined by guest host Larissa Baldwin-Roberts, from Common Threads and former CEO of GetUp! First up, the new hate speech laws have passed (13:16). How bad are they? What did we gain in exchange for giving up some essential rights? Next up, Invasion Day 2026 (43:59). What is the state of the discussion about Australia Day? How does it and the hate speech laws reflect the state of First Nations justice in the country? ---------- Just released on Patreon - "Nationalise the pub...
2026-01-241h 06
Making Our World BetterLinda Novick O'Keefe | Health solutions through healthy kitchensThe kitchen is the heartbeat of most every home, and it is a great place to have an impact with community health solutions, as you will discover in this conversation with Linda Novick O'Keefe, CEO of Common Threads, a wonderful organization making a difference with food and nutrition education.
This podcast is brought to you by JC Charity Services - Positivity is THE competitive advantage and I would love to work with you and your team to create a winning mindset and culture for your team. Find me at www.makingourworldbetter.com and let's make it happen!
2025-09-1532 min
Do you want the truth?The Truth About: Reselling with @commonthreads The Reseller Making $26K in a Month on Whatnot—While Raising 4 KidsSend us a textAmanda Anderson @commonthreads is a stay-at-home mom of four, a former boutique owner, and a full-time reseller who’s grown a thriving Whatnot business—pulling in up to $3,000 in a single show and $26k in just one month on Whatnot and $15k on TikTok Shop. In this episode, she talks candidly about the mental load of motherhood, religious deconstruction, parenting on one income, and how she clawed her way out of financial fear by finding something for herself.Whether you’re a mom trying to make ends meet, someone burned out from c...
2025-07-211h 09
El Paso Public ForumEPPF 5-18-25 Common Threads & Emergence1st segment: Amber Banda interviews Victoria Aragon, MPH-Program Manager for Common Threads in El Paso, TX. Common Threads helps people with resources to fight food insecurity and also provides nutritional education to children and caretakers, as well as cooking classes for kiddos! Their "Cooking Skills and World Cuisine" classes are taught by chefs, and each class is themed to a region; Italian, French, American cooking, etc! Kids get hands-on practice while learning about different cultures. In addition, they offer workshops and classes to help families shop on a budget, have basic cooking skills, and educate people on the importance of...
2025-05-1839 min
The Gnar Stool PodcastEp 71 Becca Rick - Ultra Runner, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, EducatorIn this episode of The Gnar Stool Podcast, hosts Shannon O'Grady and John Perry sit down with Becca Rick—an ultra runner, registered dietitian, and educator. Becca takes us through her journey from running her first half marathon at just 11 years old to tackling the grueling Moab 240, a race that pushes the limits of both body and mind.She shares her unique approach to training, the role of strength work in ultra running, and how she balances time on her feet with the demands of high-mileage racing. Becca also reflects on some of her most memorable adventures wi...
2025-03-061h 34
Fostering ChangeMessages About Diversity and Tolerance Through Cooking and Healthy Eating with Art SmithMerry Christmas, and Happy New Year! This is our final episode of Fostering Change before we launch into 2025. And what a year it’s been. We’ve celebrated amazing guests on our show, learning so much about each other and our society.Thank you to all of you who have written in with comments and guests suggestions about what you’ve listened to this year. We truly appreciate YOU ALL!Our charity, Comfort Cases has touched so many people around the country this year, with Rob Scheer once again sharing our message of provid...
2024-12-2422 min
Location 1980 PodcastCommon Threads: Cultural Connection Via Film, Music, and BeerGet ready for a banger: Rishi is a broadly talented artist with a litany of tales to share, and we only touch a segment of his life story on today's episode. From a childhood in Queens, NY, back and forth to ports in America and beyond, ultimately to So. Cal. he specializes in the motion picture arts, all things disc jockey, though above all he is an artist of human interconnection. Join us to hear about how one makes their way in the thick world of New York creatives, and discover how one finds their place in the world...
2024-10-211h 42
POD-CACHES6E03 - Revolutionising playwork practice with PARS feat. Dr Shelly NewsteadJoin us this week as we chat to Dr Shelly Newstead, practitioner, trainer, author, editor, publisher and researcher with over 30 years of experience in the playwork field, and the creator of the PARS model of playwork practice.
In the episode, we chat about what PARS is, how it was developed and how pracitioners can start their journey with PARS. We also discuss the importance of creating a relaxed play environment, how practitioners can navigate boundaries and freedom in play, and much more...
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2024-05-1559 min
Navigating MindsThe Navigating Minds Podcast by AnxendWelcome to "Navigating Minds," an podcast brought to you by Anxend, dedicated to enhancing your mental wellbeing. Dive deep into candid conversations with guest specialists, experience transformative journeys, and uncover practical coping strategies through expert guidance and real-life testimony. Each episode is crafted to provide clarity and practical tips, helping you manage wellbeing and thrive despite mental health struggles. Join us on this brighter mental health horizon—your journey to overcoming challenges and achieving triumphs starts here.=============================✅ Stay Connected With Us.👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id...
2024-05-0600 min
Wanderers of WeirdNYE Traditions and SuperstitionsSorry about the audio for this week and next week, Brittany’s mic broke and we had no idea but luckily Chelsea’s mic came in clutch and picked them both up really well. This week we are doing a deep dive on New Year’s Eve traditions and superstitions from around the world and you might hear us prepping for next week’s episode. We are really excited to ring in the New Year with you all and want to thank all of our listeners for the support we have gotten so far and we are beyond excited to see w...
2022-12-2945 min
Common ThreadsEP. 37 Ways of Caring from State of Fashion Biennale 2022We’re back for a special bonus episode, to give you the inside scoop from The State of Fashion Biennale 2022 in Arnhem, The Netherlands. This unique event is co-curated by Fashion Open Studio and Not Enough Collective. Every day the range of activities is different and brought to life together by creators and visitors. Think of it as a big, interactive sustainable fashion festival.
This episode starts with an intro from Alice, followed by content from Ruth in Arnhem. She interviews Marina Sasseron de Oliveira Cabral from Not Enough Collective, Sebastiaan Kramer from brand Hul le Kes, desi...
2022-06-2041 minCommon ThreadsEP. 36 Fashion as a Social Enterprise with BirdsongWhat does being a game changer in fashion really look like? For the final episode of series three, we’re chatting to the founders of sustainable brand Birdsong, about their social enterprise model and how fashion can be a force for good.As well as our conversation with Birdsong’s founders Susanna Wen and Sophie Slater, we also chat to their embroiderer, Mona, about what fashion social enterprises provide for local communities.Follow Birdsong on Instagram, shop the latest collection here, and sign up to Birdsong’s Patreon for the latest behind-the-scenes content.Common...
2021-11-0132 minCommon ThreadsEP. 35 Inclusivity in Sustainability with Ngoni Chikwenengere of We Are KinFashion can't be truly ethical if it's not inclusive. This week we're chatting to Ngoni Chikwenengere from size-inclusive brand We Are Kin about why inclusivity matters, and what fashion’s big players can do to get there.You can read more of Ngoni’s work over on her blog, and you can keep up with We Are Kin’s latest designs on Instagram.Common Threads is an ethical fashion podcast from stylist Alice Cruickshank and writer Ruth MacGilp. If you liked this episode and you want to support our work, you can buy us a Ko-Fi...
2021-10-1124 minCommon ThreadsEP. 34 Unraveling the Journey of a Garment with Maxine BédatDo you ever think about the full life cycle of your clothes? This week we’re unraveling the journey of a garment with the wonderful Maxine Bédat, author and founder of the New Standard Institute.We chat with Maxine about the lifecycle of our clothes, the cycle of trends and seasons, the fascinating research for Maxine’s new book, and what shoppers and brands need to do to build a more equitable fashion system.Buy Maxine’s book ‘Unraveled: The Life and Death of a Garment’ here. Follow the work of the New Standard Institute o...
2021-09-2733 minCommon ThreadsEP. 33 - Appropriation or Appreciation? Cultural Sustainability with Monica Boța-MoisinIs it ever OK to use the designs of a community that’s not your own? Today we’re exploring the issue of cultural appropriation, and what it means for the Indigenous communities that designers and brands like to ‘take inspiration’ from.To help us digest this meaty issue we’re joined by the wonderful Monica Boța-Moisin, a cultural IP rights lawyer, and founder of the Cultural Intellectual Property Rights Initiative (CIPRI). Monica chatted to us about how brands can move from ‘Ego to Eco’ when creating clothes, and why the three Cs of consent, credit, and compensatio...
2021-09-1340 minCommon ThreadsEP. 32 What does Transparency have to do with Fashion?If we can't see it, we can't fix it, and that's why transparency is essential for a fairer fashion system. This week's episode is a solo chat between Alice and Ruth, breaking down the Fashion Revolution Transparency Index results for 2021, and exploring what the future of fashion transparency might look like. We also touch on wokewashing, and how Covid 19 has impacted garment workers.Read the Fashion Revolution Transparency Index for yourself here. Follow Fashion Revolution on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates. Common Threads is an ethical fashion podcast from stylist Alice Cruickshank and w...
2021-08-3025 min
Common ThreadsEP. 31 Sharing is caring with Aisling Byrne and Kalkidan LegesseThis week we're talking about a topic that is fundamentally transforming the way we consume fashion, and it’s called the sharing economy. We're joined by two guests helping us explore how we can make our wardrobes accessible to others, and what that means for making the industry more sustainable.First up we chat to Aisling Byrne, founder of peer-to-peer swapping and renting app, Nuw. You can sign up to Nuw here, and follow on Instagram.Next up we spoke to Kalkidan Legesse, founder of ethical retailer Sancho's and new venture, Shwap. Shwap offers circular so...
2021-08-2343 minCommon ThreadsEP. 30 F**k the system: How to transform fashion with Mairi LoweYou'll often hear us talk about how the fashion system needs to change, but what exactly is a system? We're breaking down what a more equitable fashion landscape could look like with systems expert and Sustainable Fashion Scotland co-founder, Mairi Lowe. Listen to our conversation with Mairi to learn what the 'fashion system' is, how to fight the feeling of overwhelm when thinking about all that's wrong with fashion, and what we as individuals can do to make a difference. To learn more about the fashion system, we recommend watching the recording of this Fashion Revolution Week e...
2021-08-1622 minCommon ThreadsEP. 29 Is Ethical Fashion Out of Touch?Common Threads is back for Series Three! In this solo episode, Ruth and Alice explore all their gripes with ethical fashion. From not serving everyday families to the difficulty of investing in clothes for life, this is an episode for anyone who’s felt like the world of sustainable style doesn’t quite cater for them.Common Threads is an ethical fashion podcast from stylist Alice Cruickshank and writer Ruth MacGilp. If you liked this episode and you want to support our work, you can buy us a Ko-Fi here.For more updates on the ethi...
2021-08-0933 min
Common ThreadsEP. 28 Who Made My Fabric? Fashion Revolution Week 2021Welcome back for a special mini episode to mark Fashion Revolution Week 2021. Now in its eighth year, Fashion Revolution Week is designed to bring the global community together to demand change within the fashion industry.
You have likely already seen the hashtags #WhoMadeMyClothes and #WhatsInMyClothes, and this year the focus is on #WhoMadeMyFabric. In this solo episode, Alice and Ruth explore why rights for workers need to extend much beyond the cutting and sewing stage of garment production, and how we can all get involved in Fashion Revolution Week.
Be sure to follow Fashion Revolution...
2021-04-1912 minCommon ThreadsEP. 27 How to Start an Ethical Fashion Brand with Lora GeneIt’s the final episode of series two, and today we’re exploring the role of ethical brands in changing the fashion system. We’re asking: can an organic cotton t-shirt really save the world?
We’re also joined in conversation with the brilliant Lora Nikolaeva. As the owner of the ethical brand Lora Gene for over 10 years, she has a lot to say on the state of the industry, and plenty of advice on how new brands can build a sustainable business of their own. Lora also chats to us about the need for size diversity in ethic...
2021-02-1545 minCommon ThreadsEP. 26 Loved Clothes Last with Orsola de CastroThis week we’re joined by the co-founder of Fashion Revolution Orsola de Castro, as she releases her new book: Loved Clothes Last.
Fashion Revolution has been instrumental in bringing the ethical fashion conversation into the public eye, and Orsola’s passion and knowledge for this subject is second to none. Listen to our conversation for an insight into her new book, advice on how we can all become fashion revolutionaries, and a first look into what’s coming up for Fashion Revolution Week 2021.
You can purchase Orsola’s Book Loved Clothes Last on Bookshop.org as a...
2021-02-0841 minCommon ThreadsEP. 25 Transforming Textile Waste with Zero Waste Design OnlineWhat if instead of managing fashion waste, we designed it out instead? Today we’re chatting with two people working to help small-scale sewers and bigger brands alike do exactly that, by focusing on zero waste systems that incorporate the whole supply chain.
Holly McQuillan is a researcher at the Swedish School of Textiles and co-author of Zero Waste Fashion Design, and Cassandra Belanger is a Glasgow School of Art graduate and founder of The Stitchery. Their partnership with fellow fashion problem solvers Mylène L’Orguilloux and Danielle Elsener is Zero Waste Design Online, where they provi...
2021-02-0134 minCommon ThreadsEP. 24 Mending a Broken System: The Power of Clothes RepairRepair is revolutionary, and today we are joined by two experts in this field to explore the power of sewing in combating the fast fashion system of consumption.
First we spoke to Ros Studd, the creator of the free online resource for beginner sewers, Repair What You Wear. Since launching during the first lockdown, thousands of people have used her simple, accessible videos to learn how to mend their own clothes. We find out more about this project and how it’s educating the next generation of fashion revolutionaries. Follow Repair What You Wear on Instagram here....
2021-01-2534 min
HindmanCastEpisode 7: Staff Briefing, 2021 Hopes, & Hindman Food Memories with Sarah Kate Morgan & Jason BrashearOn this episode of the HindmanCast, the Troublesome Boys sit down with Hindman Settlement School program staff, Sarah Kate Morgan and Jason Brashear, to have a briefing about our plans, hopes, and dreams for our work in 2021. Interspersed throughout the episode is various topics ranging from vaccines, parkour, planking, JNCO jeans, HSS stories, and a lengthy discussion on our memories of all of the wonderful meals we have had at HSS events through the years. Facebook Handles Sarah Kate- @sarahmorganmusicJason- jason.brashear1Jordan- @jordancollinsCorey - @coreydterry @hindmancast@hindmanschool
2021-01-181h 03Common ThreadsEP. 23 Speaking truth to power with Fashion Act Now's Bel JacobsWelcome back to the second half of season two. Today we’re looking at the role of activists within the fashion industry itself, and how we can all ‘stay with the trouble’ to keep the conversation going, even when brands don't want to hear it.
Our guest is Bel Jacobs, former Metro fashion editor. She is also a founding member of Fashion Act Now, alongside Alice Wilby and Sara Arnold. Fashion Act Now follows on from the work of parent group Extinction Rebellion, who you may remember from protests at London Fashion Week 2019, such as its now fa...
2021-01-1829 minCommon ThreadsEP. 22 True or False? Let's Bust Some Ethical Fashion Myths!If you enjoyed this episode and you want to support our work, you can buy us a Ko-Fi here.
To round off 2020, here’s a solo episode from Ruth and Alice looking at the six biggest myths surrounding ethical fashion.
Here are the misconceptions we cover:
Ethical fashion is really expensive
Ethical fashion isn’t stylish
Made in the UK guarantees clothes are ethical
We need to buy fast fashion to provide jobs
Capsule sustainable collections are a good thing
Natural fibres are the solution to fashion’s problems
We refer to a few ar...
2020-12-1433 min
Common ThreadsEP. 21 Sustainability, but Make it Sparkle with Uzma BozaiIn an ode to what should be the Christmas party season, we’re chatting all things sequins and embellishment in this episode. Most of us know that plastic sequins are a sustainability nightmare, but have you ever thought about the people who sew on those adornments?
To chat about the role of these hand workers we’re joined by Uzma Bozai, whose eponymous label offers organic cotton sweatshirts with bold embellishments, crafted by Indian artisans using traditional techniques.
Uzma chats with us about the true meaning of the term ‘artisan’, and what exactly goes into creating...
2020-12-0700 minCommon ThreadsEP. 20 The True Cost of Jewellery with Audrey Migot-AdhollaHave you ever thought about who makes your jewellery? This week we’re exploring the ethics of our necklaces, earrings, and other adornments, with Audrey Migot-Adholla.
Audrey is the founder of Yala Jewellery, the only jewellery company which is a certified B-Corporation in the UK. She's incredibly passionate about social justice, circularity and sustainability, as well as the wellbeing of her artisans.
Be sure to follow Yala Jewellery on Instagram, and shop the collection here.
You can read more about the ethics of jewellery in Ruth’s article for Eco Warrior Princess.
2020-11-3000 minCommon ThreadsEP . 19 An Anti-Capitalist Guide to Fashion with Tansy Hoskins‘Tis the season to consume! As we approach Black Friday and Christmas, we’re exploring if capitalism and ethical fashion can coincide, with the help of journalist and author Tansy Hoskins. Tansy also chats about the ethics of our footwear, and why she’s quit Instagram for good.
Follow Tansy on Twitter, shop her books ‘Stitched Up: The Anticapitalist Book of Fashion’ and ‘Footwork: What Your Shoes Are Doing to the World’ at all good indie booksellers, and read her latest investigative report on workers rights in Myanmar for the Guardian.
Here’s the organisations Tansy recommends...
2020-11-2300 minCommon ThreadsEP. 18 Making Fashion Circular Again with Lynn WilsonCan fashion really be ethical unless it's circular? This week, we're chatting with circularity expert, Lynn Wilson, about why fashion needs to be a 'closed loop system', and why we should value access over ownership. Lynn explains the reality of textile recycling and zero-waste design, how we as consumers can get more circular, and what fashion has in common with space exploration (yes, really!).
Follow Lynn on Twitter and Instagram, and watch her TedTalk: Circular Fashion. What's your Moonshot?
Read Sophie Benson's article on ASOS's (not) circular collection, and visit the Ellen MacArthur Foundation for...
2020-11-1600 minCommon ThreadsEP. 17 Building an Ethical Influencer Economy with Besma WhayebWhat does it mean to be an 'ethical influencer'? In this episode we chat with Besma Whayeb, creator of prominent blog Curiously Conscious, and founder of the Ethical Influencers Network, for her take.
Besma shared with us her feelings about influencers’ role in the ethical fashion conversation, the issues of the Instagram echo chamber, and how we can all use our social media platforms for social change.
Visit the Curiously Conscious website and follow Besma on Instagram and Twitter. You can also find out more about the Ethical Influencers Network through its website, and In...
2020-11-0900 minCommon ThreadsEP. 16 How to Break Up with Fast Fashion with Lauren BravoWe’re back for series two, with writer Lauren Bravo as our first guest. As the author of ‘How to Break up with Fast Fashion’, Lauren chats to us about her personal journey to a more sustainable wardrobe, as well as actionable tips for people looking to quit fast fashion for good.
Follow Lauren on Twitter and Instagram, and purchase her book via all good bookstores. Remember to support independent retailers when you can!
Here’s the links we mention in the episode:
Remake’s PayUp Fashion website which auto-emails fast fashion brands on your behal...
2020-11-0200 minCommon ThreadsEP . 15 Why it's OK to be Imperfectly EthicalIt's the final episode of series one of Common Threads! In this solo episode, Ruth and Alice explain why changing the fashion system isn't the responsibility of individuals, and that it's OK to be 'imperfectly ethical' our our quest to become more conscious consumers. We're taking a break until October 2020, when we'll be back with more brilliant guests and new topics to explore. Here's some of our top resources to continue your ethical fashion education.Podcasts:Articles of InterestYikes PodcastEco CuriousSo Hot RIght NowPre Loved Podcast Conscious ChatterGiving a...
2020-08-1700 minCommon ThreadsEP . 14 This Old Thing: How Vintage Fashion Can Save the PlanetThis week's episode explores the topic of vintage fashion. With enough clothing already on the planet to last six generations, we look at how wearing old clothes can shrink your fashion footprint, and how vintage fashion can support women's livelihoods. We also welcome two brilliant vintage shop owners to chat with us about why consumers should get on board with the retro revolution. First up is Lapoze MacTribouy from Sooki Sooki Vintage who highlights the need for size diversity if vintage is to be a sustainable solution. Then we speak to Rachel Valentine from Strange Ra...
2020-08-1000 minCommon ThreadsEP. 13 Beyond Fashion Diversity: Why Representation Matters'Ethical' fashion is not exempt from the industry's systemic racism and fatphobia. In this episode, we chat with Ronke Fashola, founder of Love Ur Look Clothing, about her experiences of racism in the industry, how brands can do more than performative allyship, and why moving beyond fashion diversity towards actual representation is essential. Follow Ronke on Instagram @loveurlookclothing , shop Love Ur Look online, and learn more about Creative Business Bootcamp. Here's some further reading about fashion's issues with racism and fatphobia:Fashionista - Reports of racis...
2020-08-0300 minCommon ThreadsEP. 12 How to be a Fashion Activist with Mikaela LoachIn this episode we're joined by climate justice, refugee rights and anti-racism activist Mikaela Loach to talk about intersectional activism within sustainable fashion. We explore the interconnectedness of social justice and sustainability, the marginalised people left out of the fashion conversation, and the importance of system change over lifestyle change. Follow Mikaela on Instagram, support her Patreon, and listen to the Yikes Podcast to learn more about the issues she covers in the conversation. For more updates on the ethical fashion conversation, follow Common Threads on Instagram, like us on Facebook, and...
2020-07-2700 minCommon ThreadsEP. 11 Second Hand, Not Second Best: Meet a Depop Top SellerDuring lockdown, thousands of us have been clearing out our wardrobes and flocking to resale sites like Depop. But building a great platform as a seller is harder than it looks. In this episode, Depop 'top seller' Lauranne Bourgeaux from 5th Season Vintage shares her top insider tips for making sales on the platform, and explains why secondhand is not second best. Shop 5th Season Vintage on Depop and follow Lauranne on Instagram for inspiration. Here's the links to articles we reference in this episode:Fashion Unit...
2020-07-2000 minCommon ThreadsEP. 10 Would You Rent Your Wardrobe? Exploring the End of Ownership and the Rental RevolutionRental fashion is often cited as THE solution to fashion circularity. But with the colossal environmental impact of dry cleaning, the lack of inclusivity, and consumers' deep-rooted attitude to ownership, we're asking: is rental all its cracked up to be? In this episode we chat to Eshita Kabra-Davies, the founder of rental service By Rotation, which has just won the Ones To Watch award at the Drapers Sustainable Fashion Awards. Eshita explains the benefits of rental to both the environment and the consumer, who’s been renting during lockdown, and how she sees our relationship with...
2020-07-1300 minCommon ThreadsEP. 9 The V word - Understanding Vegan FashionAs many of us try to live more consciously, vegan diets and vegan fashion are more popular than ever. But does vegan always mean sustainable? Is all vegan leather just plastic? And how can vegan shoppers balance animals, people and the planet? In this episode we interview Cat Anderson, owner of Edinburgh ethical clothing boutique Treen, to push past the greenwashing and learn what vegan fashion is really about. She also shares her take on the best vegan clothing brands right now, and advice on how to make small, positive changes to your lifestyle and wa...
2020-07-0600 minCommon ThreadsEP. 8 The Future of Fashion Week: Is the Catwalk Dead?As Fashion Weeks around the world are replaced by digital events due to Covid 19, we're asking: is the catwalk dead? In this solo episode, we chat about what's wrong with fashion weeks from a sustainable standpoint, our personal experience of both digital and physical events, the class of 2020 fashion graduates, and why designers want to rewire the traditional fashion system. Here's links to the articles and resources we mention in this week's episode, as well as some further reading on changing the Fashion Week system:British Fashion Council - London Fashio...
2020-06-2900 minCommon ThreadsEP. 7 Creating Through a Crisis: The Indie Fashion Labels Thriving in LockdownShopping small is a revolutionary act. In this episode, we explore the independent makers creating garments that are 'accidentally ethical', and why some small fashion labels are not just surviving but thriving during lockdown. First we chat to Rosette Ale of upcycled denim brand Revival London. She talks about the challenge of gaining new customers during lockdown, and her experiences of setting up a small business. Follow Rosette @revivalldn and @thriftqueenlola on Instagram. Then we interview knitwear designer Flora Collingwood-Norris about how Coronavirus has affected her business. She also chats about the...
2020-06-2200 minCommon ThreadsEP. 6 Greenwashing 101: How to See Through the BSGreenwashing is a term you’ll hear a LOT in the ethical fashion conversation, as well as its little sister ‘wokewashing’. But what do these phrases actually mean? How are brands greenwashing their way through the current crisis? And could consumers' changing needs in a post-Covid world result in more accountability from brands? In this solo episode we walk you through the 'seven deadly sins of greenwashing' and how to spot them. They are: Hidden trade-offNo proofVaguenessIrrelevanceLesser of two evilsFibbingWorshiping false labels 'Wokewashing' has been particularly prominent in the wake of B...
2020-06-1800 minCommon ThreadsEP. 5 What's Next for Charity Shops after Covid-19?Just in time for the re-opening of retail stores across England, we speak to Hannah Carter from Love Not Landfill to hear about the impact of Coronavirus on Britain's beloved charity shops, the future of the thrifting experience and how to get involved in the #LockdownDressUp campaign.As stats from WRAP show that only 10% to 20% of donated clothes are actually sold through charity shops, we also look at where the rest of these clothes actually go, and how they impact textile economies in the Global South. Here's links to the articles and resources we m...
2020-06-1500 minCommon ThreadsEP. 4 PPE, But Make it Fashion: Are Face Masks Ethical?The phrase ‘personal protective equipment’ had probably never crossed most of our lips until Covid 19, and now a face mask is being lauded as THE major accessory of 2020. But who's making these face masks, and are they being treated fairly? And why is the NHS relying on imports to protect frontline workers when the UK manufacturing industry is raring to go? In this episode we talk to Holly Baxter-Weir, one of the founders of the For the Love of Scrubs campaign, to discuss the Scottish textile industry's mobilisation to support the NHS. We a...
2020-06-1100 minCommon ThreadsEP.3 #PayUp: Understanding the Cancelled Orders CrisisAs the coronavirus pandemic first took hold, garment workers in countries like Bangladesh were some of the worst affected. Over £2.4bn of orders that had already been produced were cancelled or suspended, leaving the factories who produced them unable to pay workers. In this episode, we chat to Ayesha Barenblat, founder of Remake, who's #PayUp petition is campaigning for these brands to pay factories what they are due. Sign the petition here. We also discuss Lost Stock who compile unsold stock boxes to support garment workers. It's impossib...
2020-06-0600 minCommon ThreadsEP.2 What the Hell is Ethical Fashion? The Glossary EpisodeDo you know your organic from your fair trade? What about the definitions of ‘greenwashing’ and ‘transparent’? And can fashion truly be called ‘sustainable’ if it’s not ethical? In this episode Alice and Ruth provide you with their take on ‘ethical fashion 101’, offering a glossary of the key terminology you’ll see as a conscious consumer. The full list of ethical fashion terms featured in this episode is:EthicalSustainableFast fashionSlow fashionOrganicGreenwashingFair TradeTransparencyCircular economy Our favourite ethical and sustainable fashion brands mentioned in this episode include:People TreeBirdsongSugarhill BrightonPatagoniaGung-Ho LondonMonkee JeansMud JeansOlivia Rose...
2020-05-3000 minCommon ThreadsEP.1 Welcome to Common Threads: From Fast Fashion Addict to Conscious ConsumerWelcome to the first episode of Common Threads, an ethical fashion podcast from writer and digital marketer Ruth MacGilp, and blogger and stylist Alice Cruickshank. In this episode, we share our personal journeys from former fast fashion addicts to conscious consumers and ethical fashion activists. We touch on the current state of ethical fashion in 2020, including greenwashing, fashion’s impact on the climate crisis, the role of garment workers, and the business models of fast and slow fashion. This episode was recorded at the beginning of March, so Coronavirus is not a key feature of our...
2020-05-2500 min
Meat DaveEp 8: Chef Art Smith Chef Art Smith was Oprah's personal Chef for 10 years, authored multiple popular Cook Books, and is our most recent guest on MEAT DAVE! We sat down in his restaurant Chicago Q and talk about everything from being a judge on BBQ Pitmasters to cooking for Nelson Mandela. Support Art's Foundation Common Threads: http://www.commonthreads.org/index.html Chef Art Smith's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thechefartsmith/ Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/davewcomedy/ This podcast was edited by Xchel Hernandez http://instagram.com/hisilentx
2019-11-1143 min
Kitchen Chat with Margaret McSweeneyCommon Threads: The Power of Using Food for Change and EducationOver 16 million children in the United States experience hunger. Common Threads (http://www.commonthreads.org) is helping lead the way to empower and educate children across the country. Recently, Linda Novick O’Keefe, the founding CEO of Common Threads joined Chef Jaime Laurita (https://www.instagram.com/jaimelaurita/?hl=en) and me for a Kitchen Chat in the Middleby Residential Showroom (https://www.middlebyresidential.com) in Chicago’s Merchandise Mart. Linda shared with us her passion for educating school age children on how to prepare healthy affordable meals. She also discussed how Chef Art Smith (http://www.chefartsmith.net/chef_art_hom...
2019-07-3022 min