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reVyven TalksRights in climate action.Send us a textIn this episode we tackle the important topic of energy and human rights, and must preface this by addressing the fact that much has changed with the geopolitical climate since the time of recording. While much of this material remains relevant, we try to be mindful of these dynamics while presenting everyone with critical insights and valuable conversations.We are joined by Eniko Horvath to discuss energy and human rights, something that impacts nearly everyone one on the planet, whether realize or not. Eniko’s goal is to work to support th...2025-05-2859 min
reVyven TalksOutdoor Spaces: Fight for what we love.Send us a textIn episode 11 we had the privilege of sitting down with Community Marketing and Impact Manager for Patagonia Vanessa Rueber. Vanessa shares with us her experience growing up in Canada, how she came to the Swiss Alps and why we must fight for the spaces we love. Vanessa is passionate about the outdoors and sits on the Board of Directors for Protect our Winters Switzerland. In this episode, we talk about our love of nature and the importance of voting to preserve our most sacred outdoor spaces. If you ever wondered what it’s li...2025-04-2351 min
reVyven TalksThe Power of NatureSend us a textOn this podcast, we typically feature a guest to share with us how they have created a viable solution to an environmental problem, but this piece is a bit different.I‘ve been meaning to share this story with you, to once again, demonstrate just how impactful and powerful the natural world truly is.In this episode, I share the story of my dear friend Anne, to remind us how nature heals, forges powerful bonds, and ultimately calls us home.To read the written version of this po...2025-01-1415 min
reVyven TalksBuy less, use more, go explore! - Cirkel Supply Co.Send us a textIn this episode we talk about the alternative fashion business model of rental, and what that means for the planet and the consumer. We meet with New Zealand native, Anna Smoothy, one of the co-founders of Cirkel Supply Co. that provides ski attire for winter tourists in Switzerland. What? She is also in several North Face videos? Yeah, we get into that too.Topics and Organizations mentioned on this podcast:Discover BaselFresh Air KidsImpact Hub and ReGen SeriesNational...2024-11-2158 min
reVyven TalksCheers: Let's Talk BeerSend us a textIn this episode we talk beer with Daniel Gosteli from the Birtel Beer Manufacturer in Münchenstein Switzerland. With the American craft brew wave from 15 years ago, there is a resurgence of special brewers in Switzerland. This one is special as they took on the endeavor of growing their own ingredients! We were quite curious and were excited to discuss this at their office and meet Chewy the dog. Listen to hear where the name comes from. Topics and organizations mentioned in this episode:1% for the Planet Coo...2024-06-271h 00
reVyven TalksImproving Lives with Soap: SapoCycleSend us a textIn this episode we had the honor of sitting down with SapoCycle president and founder Dorothée Schiesser. We had a tour of the SapoCycle facility gaining deeper insight into the processing and logistics while meeting some of the remarkable people behind this non-profit organization.The concept behind SapoCycle is simple; collect discarded hotel soaps from participating partners and upcycle them into new soap bars that are distributed to those most in need. Due to current regulations, the soap cannot be sold. Our meeting with Dorothée was inspirational and taught us...2024-05-1752 min
reVyven TalksMeet the Co-Founder of reVyven - Part 2Send us a textMeet the co-founder of reVyven, Robert Schoutens, and find out what he is curious about and why not everything is always put back together... He is passionate about figuring things out, being able to innovate with less, and the amazement of the environment and nature. He touches on many topics including Shinto philosophies, waste, love of the outdoors, culture, solar panels and making movies. He doesn’t like the word sustainability, as it means something different to everyone and every company. What really happens to something when were done with it? Wil...2024-03-1440 min
reVyven TalksMeet the Co-Founder of reVyven - Part 1Send us a textMeet the co-founder of reVyven, Melinda Taylor Schoutens, and find out who she is, what interest her, and why it’s hard to say “no” to things. She is passionate about self-confidence in women, education and the environment. Does she have a super-power? What is her favorite book? Why empathy? And if there is one thing, only one, to focus on in 2024, what would it be? Listen to find out on this episode!Melinda is a published co-author of the Fresh Air Kids Switzerland book series. Topics and org...2024-03-0732 min
reVyven TalksIntroSend us a textThis is a quick introduction to reVyven. reVyven is an educational organization that invites start-ups, innovators, organizations, experts, journalists, artists and everyday people to share their ideas and work on the environment with the greater community.Melinda and Robert Schoutens are the authors of the Fresh Air Kids Switzerland book series. Do you have a story to tell? Or have an idea for what you would like to hear? We would love to hear from you! Let’s connect… Music by Oleksii Kaplunskyi from PixabayreVyve...2024-03-0302 min
reVyven TalksLet's Talk Trees: Almighty TreeSend us a textWho doesn’t love trees? Meet Gilles Suard, founder of Almighty Tree from the French area of Switzerland, the organization in Switzerland that is committed to planting more trees to help clean our environment and make our planet a better ecosystem. In this episode we will explore the importance of trees, Shinrin-Yoku, how Almighty Tree was started, the sensitivity of the forest landscape and so much more.Special thanks to Almighty Tree for being our guest!Topics and organizations mentioned in this episode:Plastic po...2024-03-0336 min
reVyven TalksFood Waste: Glacé LööövSend us a textFood waste is an important topic that affects everyone all over the world. In this episode (Live Forum) we host Oliver Steiner of Glacé Löööv (pronounced “Luv”) in Basel, Switzerland. Löööv is a brutally Local business that minimizes food waste and converts it into ice cream. Why ice cream? Find out in this passionate and fun episode as we dive into the serious and unassuming topic of food waste with a local game changer. Special Thanks to Glacé Löööv for being our guest!Note: the audio of questions fro...2024-03-031h 01
reVyven TalksTrees in Cities: mein Baum dein BaumSend us a textCities across the globe are getting hotter, one way to combat the heat is by planting more trees. Mein Baum dein Baum (my tree your tree) is a newly formed organization in Switzerland whose core mission it is to plant more trees along public streets in Basel. Mein Baum Dein Baum was invited to a reVyven live forum to present their project and discuss the possibilities, issues, and benefits to planting trees in the city.Special thanks to Emma Thomas and Amanda Frantzen from mein Baum dein Baum (my tree your...2024-03-0344 min