Episodes
Sunday Mar 14, 2021
Sunday Mar 14, 2021
According to the USDA, the United States wastes 30-40% of our food supply while Feeding America estimates that more than 42 million Americans may experience food insecurity. Over the past year, the pandemic has only exacerbated food insecurity amongst adults and children in the US. In today’s episode, Jaiko is speaking with Andie Bisceglia, Campus Kitchen Coordinator at the University of Georgia, and Jenny Gallucci, program manager at Concrete Jungle. Both organizations are working to combat food insecurity and reduce food waste in Athens, Georgia. Even amidst the challenges caused by COVID-19, Andie and Jenny have continued their missions and remained hopeful along the way. Find more information about Campus Kitchen UGA online at https://www.ckuga.org and on Instagram @campuskitchenuga. Learn more about Concrete Jungle online at https://www.concrete-jungle.org and on Instagram @concretejungleath. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.
Sunday Mar 07, 2021
Everybody Eats | Meagan Mercedes Bens and Shawn Deangelo Walton
Sunday Mar 07, 2021
Sunday Mar 07, 2021
In a world that can feel very divided at times, food is one thing that unites us because in the end, everybody eats! Today, Jaiko is speaking with Meagan Mercedes Bens and Shawn Deangelo Walton from Everybody Eats Together. They are working to build a black-owned and operated food system to end food scarcity in African American communities, starting with Ashview Heights. As a result of the pandemic, many families across America and globally have had to worry about how they are going to feed their families. Everybody Eats has stepped up in a big way to feed the people of Ashview Heights and work toward establishing a food hub so that in future time of crisis, food is not something the people have to worry about. Find more information about Everybody Eats online at http://www.EveryBodyEatsTogether.com/. Follow along on Instagram @everybodyeatsatl. Donate using CashApp: $EverybodyEatsATL. If you want to find out how to volunteer or how to get involved, email everybodyeatstogether@gmail.com. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
Nuclear Energy Explained | Ka-Yen Yau
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
Nuclear energy is a very complex and controversial topic but Ka-Yen Yau is going to provide an interesting and unique perspective for us! Ka-Yen Yau is a thermal hydraulics core engineer for Kairos power, an engineering company founded to accelerate the development of innovative nuclear technology. Throughout the episode, Ka-Yen is going to explain how nuclear fission creates power, the pros and cons to nuclear energy, and address common misconceptions and issues around nuclear energy. Currently 20% of the electricity in the United States comes from nuclear energy so it is important to have conversations around the topic to help us see different perspectives. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.
Sunday Feb 21, 2021
Sustainability on a College Campus | Tyra Byers
Sunday Feb 21, 2021
Sunday Feb 21, 2021
Today, Jaiko is speaking with Tyra Byers, Program Coordinator for the University of Georgia Office of Sustainability and Director of the Interdisciplinary Sustainability Certificate. Across the United States and abroad, offices of sustainability are bringing universities and colleges to the forefront of conversations around climate change and sustainability. Throughout today’s episode, Tyra discusses the function of an office of sustainability, why colleges and universities deserve a spot at the table when it comes to finding solutions to climate change, and the hope she finds in the students and faculty she works with. Find more information about the University of Georgia Office of Sustainability online at https://sustainability.uga.edu/. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.
Sunday Feb 14, 2021
Don’t be a Fossil Fool | Krystal Persaud
Sunday Feb 14, 2021
Sunday Feb 14, 2021
This week, Jaiko is speaking with Krystal Persaud, product designer, entrepreneur, and founder of Grouphug, a solar startup creating ridiculously good looking solar panels! Over the past few years, Krystal went from an idea to a Kickstarter campaign to Shark Tank to a successful company. Throughout the episode, Krystal teaches listeners about the ins and outs of solar energy, discusses her journey to create a solar powered window charger, and describes how being a female in the industry has allowed her to bring a unique perspective to the field. Find more information online at https://grouphugtech.com/ and follow Grouphug on Instagram @grouphugsolar. If you are interested in learning more about solar energy, email hello@grouphugtech.com. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
Business as a Force for Good | Nathan Stuck
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
Nathan Stuck is on a mission to prove that businesses can simultaneously make a profit and a difference! The winner of B Lab North America’s 2020 Community Builder Award, Chairman of B Local Georgia, and employee of a certified B Corporation, Nathan is fully entrenched in the B Corp movement. In today’s episode, Nathan discusses the origin of the B Corp Certification, the certification process, and the value of a certification to the company, employees, community, economy, and environment. After listening to this episode, you are sure to notice the B Corp logo on many of the products you already purchase! Find more information about the B Corp Certification online at https://bcorporation.net/. If you are local to Georgia, find more information about the B Local chapter online at https://blocalgeorgia.com/. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
Sustainable Periods | Madeleine Wisecup
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
This week, we are discussing the intersection of women’s health and sustainability, specifically around the topic of periods. Over the course of their lifetime, a single menstruator will use somewhere between 5 and 15 thousand pads and tampons. While we have come a long way with our period product options, the environmental impact has become a prevalent conversation in the sustainability community. Madeleine Wisecup is going to walk us through the history of period products and modern sustainable alternatives. Throughout the conversation, Madeleine and Jaiko discuss the stigma around various women’s health issues and encourage listeners to not only try out sustainable period products, but to also begin having conversations with friends and family around our health. You can find Madeleine online at https://thewiseconsumer.com/ and on Instagram @thewiseconsumer. You can also find her podcast, The Wise Consumer, on all streaming platforms. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
COVID-19 + Green Buildings | Barry Abramson
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
Meet Barry Abramson, one of the principals at Servidyne, a consulting firm helping building owners and managers lower energy and operating costs, reduce environmental impact, and enhance occupant comfort! Since graduating from Stanford with his degree in Energy and Environmental Engineering, Barry has worked in the sustainability field for over forty years. In today’s episode, Barry discusses the growth of the sustainability field over the last four decades, the role existing buildings play in the green building industry, and the various approaches Servidyne is taking to combat COVID-19 in our workplaces. It is important now more than ever for the general public to be informed about the role that buildings play in our health and safety - listen to learn about what you should ask yourself when returning to restaurants, offices, and other frequented indoor spaces. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.
Sunday Jan 17, 2021
Graduated...Now What? | Ali, Carolyn, Reema, Jocelyn, & Bailey
Sunday Jan 17, 2021
Sunday Jan 17, 2021
Are you interested in pursuing a career in sustainability? Are you not sure if you should go to graduate school or get a job? Are you questioning how to find a job in the sustainability field? This is the episode for you! Today, Jaiko is speaking with five individuals who have taken various pathways in the sustainability field. Ali Lopiccolo and Carolyn Burch are attending sustainability-focused graduate programs, Reema Garabadu is serving as an Americorps Vista, while Jocelyn Carver and Bailey Shea are working in the sustainability field. They are all going to discuss the journeys they have taken since college graduation and give advice on everything from interviews to cover letters to finding the next best step for you. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Sustainable Minimalism | Stephanie Seferian
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Hopefully Sustainable is kicking off Season 2 with Stephanie Seferian, host of the Sustainable Minimalists podcast and a mother of two on a mission to simplify eco-friendly living. Throughout the episode, Stephanie discusses the meaning of sustainable minimalism and gives specific examples of how minimalism can be applied to any lifestyle. Jaiko and Stephanie also reflect on using minimalism as a tool to combat eco-anxiety. Find Stephanie on Instagram @mommyminimalist and online at http://mamaminimalist.com/. Pre-order Stephanie’s book, Sustainable Minimalism, anywhere you find books. Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.