101 Ways To Save The Planet

Hey everyone, in today's episode we’re sharing some bittersweet news - this will be our last episode of 101 Ways to Save the Planet. It's been an amazing and inspiring journey, but it's time to move on to new life aspirations and adventures. We've had some real heart-to-heart chats, learned a lot, and connected with values-aligned people like you along the way. While life changes and busy schedules have made it tough to keep going, we're so grateful for the memories and lessons.Looking ahead, we're excited about new projects, like writing, activism, and even building a solar-powered resort in Indonesia! While this may be goodbye for now, we hope our podcast has left a positive impact on you and that you will remain an active part of our community. Let's stay connected and keep making a difference together. Cheers to a brighter tomorrow!A few takeaways you'll get from this episode:The importance of community-led efforts in climate solutions and keeping the faith in humanity's better nature.How continuing environmental education, sharing experiences, and passing on lessons to our children can instil a sense of responsibility and environmental consciousness in future generations.The importance of using hopeful and positive storytelling in addressing climate change.Our favourite quote:"The stories I’m endeavouring to write will paint a very hopeful future and provide a really beautiful picture so that we can start believing in THAT image and moving toward that image." - BonnieLearn more:Connect with us on Instagram: @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.comSign up for the Eco Luxury Edit: https://bonnielucille.substack.com/

In today's podcast, Simon Gonzalez, a third-generation natural builder, discusses the global potential of natural building using materials like cob and adobe. He introduces the concept of "outposts" for showcasing the potential of these often ancient techniques, emphasises regional education, and addresses logistical challenges in today’s world, including legal obstacles. Simon dispels myths about the resilience of natural materials, explores practical applications in urban settings, and promotes a sustainable, pod-style approach to building.We encourage our audience to support this podcast's mission for climate solutions through likes, reviews, and subscriptions!A few takeaways you'll get from this episode:The importance of widespread adoption of natural building methods globallyHow using material alternatives like cob, adobe, and plaster results in more sustainable structures (and benefits health as well!)How people can access education and workshops related to natural building methodsThe concept of "pod style" building - where structures are built incrementally to meet immediate needs and allow for gradual growth over timeOur favourite quote:"Natural buildings are antimicrobial and antifungal. There's a long list of healthy attributes to using these products!" - Simon GonzalezLearn more:Follow Simon on Instagram: @texascobcoVisit Texas Cob Company: www.texascob.comConnect with us on Instagram: @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Paula Huerta, a licensed architect, sustainability & circular economy consultant, and passionate advocate for environmental solutions. Paula, a friend of Bonnie’s living in Lombok, Indonesia (the island next to Bali), shares how she stays motivated by staying educated and up-to-date on the latest sustainability solutions available and why she is always willing to get her hands dirty to bring those solutions to her own community. Listening to Paula, you can’t help but feel inspired by her never ending passion.A few takeaways you'll get from this episode: An explanation of how black soldier flies can help us convert organic waste on a massive scale, converting it into valuable larvae, which can be used as high-protein animal feedThe need for more sustainable agricultural practices to maintain a healthy balance between ecosystemsEncouragement to take small steps towards sustainability and to connect with like-minded individuals in your communityOur favourite quote:"When you're beginning and don't know how to start, the best way is to see what others are doing and offer your help." - PaulaLearn more:Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com

Happy December Everyone! We are taking a short holiday break for the rest of the month, but before we go, we're sharing some quick tips for a conscious and ethical holiday season.In this episode, we cover some ideas for eco-friendly gifts, like refillable beauty products and second-hand or more sustainably-made clothes. We also talk about the charm of homemade gifts - like Madeleine's special hot chocolate mix! - as well as some great alternatives to Amazon for online shopping. Plus, we explore unique alternatives for cards and wrapping, like seed paper and reused artwork.Remember, it's not about perfection—it's about making a positive impact. So, pick up just one idea and let us know which one you bring to life this holiday season. Cheers to a conscious and joyful celebration! 🌍✨A few takeaways you will get from this episode:Our favorite online shopping alternatives to Amazon.Why homemade or experiential gifts make for extra special and unique gifts.What to consider when deciding between live, chopped or plastic  Christmas treesSome brands we recommend in this episode:Uncommon Goods - www.uncommongoods.comCredo - www.credobeauty.comEtsy - www.etsy.comThredup - www.thredup.comBookshop.org - www.bookshop.orgThrift Books - www.thriftbooks.comLeaf Shave - www.leafshave.comOur favourite quote:"What I love about holidays, birthdays, buying gifts for those you love is when you have a strong value system, it's an opportunity to invite people into this world of conscious consumerism and to challenge 'crunchy' ideas of being eco and instead think about these things a little differently." - MadeleineLearn more:Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com 

In today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome Phil Pierce from Zoox, a company working to innovate the future of autonomous, electric “people movers” (don’t call it a car!). Phil is Zoox's senior public policy and safety strategy manager, and talks to us about the path to evolving urban transportation to accommodate more electric, autonomous, and on-demand mobility and fewer gas--powered, accident prone and highway clogging single-driver vehicles. Phil discusses the shift from car ownership to shared, eco-friendly transportation options. Zoox envisions safer cities with autonomous vehicles, transit, bikes, and pedestrians sharing roads. Safety is a priority, with Zoox surpassing human-driven standards.Already, Zoox is testing autonomous rides on public roads in places like Las Vegas (a city that can use as many designated drivers as it can get!), which is a major step toward its future of more widespread use. Read more about it here: https://zoox.com/journal/las-vegas/ Join us as we explore Zoox's vision for sustainable, accessible, and enjoyable urban mobility.A few takeaways you will get from this episode:Understand the current transportation challenges, encompassing environmental impacts, high fatality rates, and car-dependent infrastructure.How Zoox strives to create greener cities through reduced reliance on personal vehicles, repurposed infrastructure, and accessible, eco-friendly mobility for underserved neighbourhoods.How autonomous vehicles can contribute to the transformation of public spaces, making cities more sustainable and enjoyable for all residents.Our favourite quote:"Over a third of public space in most big cities, like in San Francisco where I live, is dedicated just to parked vehicles. Most of us that own vehicles, our vehicle sits there more than 96% of the time, so it's doing nothing [despite being] this huge investment...and Zoox is just a really great solution." - Phil PierceLearn more:Find Zoox on Instagram @zooxJob openings at Zoox: www.zoox.com/careersVisit Zoox’s website: www.zoox.comConnect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com 

In this podcast episode, we focus on how to make our kitchens more environmentally friendly spaces. We believe the key to achieving a greener lifestyle lies in gradual steps and educating ourselves over time. Today, we're excited to share the practical tips we've learned for reducing waste and energy consumption in our kitchens. The main topics we'll cover include waste-free kitchen products,  non-toxic cleaning solutions, composting and recycling, making sustainable coffee choices, and improving energy efficiency. We also want to encourage you to share your ideas and feedback with us because we truly believe that even small changes can have a significant positive impact on the environment.A few takeaways you will get from this episode:How to start small and begin with manageable changes in your kitchen.How to minimize waste through things like compostable sponges, sustainable products, and reusing containers.Why it’s important to support eco-minded brands, use appliances efficiently, and be mindful of composting and recycling rules.Some brands we recommend in this episode:Who Gives a Crap (paper towels) - https://us.whogivesacrap.org/collections/all Alter Eco - https://www.alterecofoods.com/Yada - https://yadayadacoffee.com/Equator Coffees - https://www.equatorcoffees.com/Heirloom Coffee Roasters - https://heirloomcoffeeroasters.com/Canyon Coffee - https://canyoncoffee.co/Groundwork Coffee - https://www.groundworkcoffee.com/Our favourite quotes:"As individuals, truly one of the biggest impacts that we can have starts in the kitchen in what we choose to eat." - Bonnie"Buying in bulk...is a great way to minimize the plastic you're using." - MadeleineGet in touch:Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com 

We're back with Climate Communications and Policy expert, Will Hackman, for part two of our conversation. If you haven't heard part one, we recommend going back to check it out and get the full picture on how we can improve climate communications to mobilize more public action.In this episode, we discuss how to stay positive while communicating the facts, and to remember the role that kindness and compassion can play in moving toward a collaborative mindset. We talk about how climate change work isn’t about the little steps individuals take to reduce their carbon footprint, but about policy above all, which is why getting involved in our local governments and communities and voting for leaders who care about climate change is essential.A few takeaways you will get from this episode:Why it's essential to move beyond oversimplified views of climate change and understand its complexity and the many different ways it impacts different peopleWhy voting for climate-conscious leaders is a crucial step in preparing communities to adapt to the impacts of climate changeWhy it is no longer ok for ANY elected official to act surprised when catastrophic weather events caused by climate change impact their constituentsOur favourite quote:"I think it’s quite an optimistic message to think about how we become resilient and how we adapt where we live to climate change now and in the future…if you truly try to imagine how you will live in the future if we achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement…it is an almost UTOPIAN vision of the future.”   - Will HackmanLearn more:Read The Climate Optimist Handbook here: https://www.theclimateoptimist.com/bookFollow Will (and take part in his #ClimateChangeMeans IG challenge) here: https://www.instagram.com/hackman.willListen to Will's TED Talk here: www.willhackman.com Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com 

In this episode, we're beginning the first part of an exciting two-part interview with a special guest, Will Hackman, a climate conversation and policy expert. Will's work focuses on helping people understand and discuss complex climate change issues in a way that feels personally relevant. Our conversation touches on the need to reframe climate change as a humanity crisis rather than just an environmental one. We also discuss the importance of issue identification, rejecting disempowering "world burning" narratives, and using messages that resonate with people's everyday lives to bridge the gap with those who may not see climate change as a serious threat.A few takeaways you will get from this episode:How to make climate change a more personal and relatable approachHow to shift the narrative from a climate crisis to a humanity crisisHow important it is to achieve issue identification in climate advocacyHow to start climate action at homeOur favourite quote:"The Earth doesn't care whether or not we are saved, we are trying to save ourselves." - Will HackmanLearn more:Follow Will (and take part in his #ClimateChangeMeans IG challenge) here: https://www.instagram.com/hackman.willListen to Will's TED Talk here: www.willhackman.com Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com 

In today’s episode, we delve into the simple and accessible eco-friendly bathroom hacks that Madeleine and Bonnie have done to reduce their environmental impact. Learn how to make simple cleansers, scrubs and masks from ingredients in your kitchen, apps that make it easier to find products with safe ingredients, and alternatives to paper products we use on the loo. Join us in our journey to a greener bathroom and discover which alternatives you might be interested in trying to reduce your environmental impact.A few Takeaways you will get:Bonnie & Madeleine’s favorite kitchen-based skin toner, body scrub, face mask and moreHow to make cotton face wipes at homeHow to green-ify your dental health routineSome brands we recommend in this episode:Who Gives a Crap - https://us.whogivesacrap.org/Cloud Paper - https://cloudpaper.co/Peet Bros Palm Free Soap - https://www.peetbrospalmfree.com/Bite Toothpaste - https://bitetoothpastebits.com/ Yuka App - https://yuka.io/en/Package Free Shop - https://packagefreeshop.com/Dieux Eye Mask - https://www.dieuxskin.com/products/forever-eye-mask Our favorite quote:We're all in different stages of our planet saving journey. So we have to just be willing to experiment.  - Madeleine Learn more:Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com

In today's episode, Bonnie shares her challenging and transformational journey of moving to Bali, starting a new job, living for the first time in a foreign country, and committing to a new and serious relationship...all at once. During this time, she struggled with acute anxiety and panic attacks and had to develop tools manage it. These tools, she believe, can help so many others fighting through similar mental health challenges at a time when so much is weighing on our collective psyche. We hope her lessons can help you, too.A few takeaways you'll get from this episode:The "Instagram vs. Reality" of living and working in BaliInsights from Bonnie's personal experiences on how to help someone you love who is struggling with anxiety and / or panic attacksThe importance of acknowledging personal struggles, embracing vulnerability, and showing compassion to ourselvesOur favourite quotes:"The vision is that we put down this internal and external policing of who's doing a good enough job and who's not and just open the doors to a welcoming energy." - Madeleine“I think that we take on lots of challenges without acknowledging it in regular life even when you're not moving to a new country.” - BonnieLearn more:Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com

In today’s episode, we introduce you to Charm Industrial, an organization at the forefront of the emerging carbon removal industry, employing a method that you may not have heard of, and yet has been around for millions of years.Our conversation centers on the need for a more enduring solution – one that goes beyond temporary sequestration (i.e. by using ecosystems as natural carbon sinks) but actually buries captured carbon deep beneath the Earth's surface. Our guests are Charm Industrial’s Head of Market Development & Policy, Nora Cohen and Head of Sales, Harris Cohn..Join us  as Nora and Harris educate us about their method and its fascinating use of an ancient “technology” - photosynthesis! Together, we explore how Charm Industrial is reshaping the landscape of carbon sequestration.A few key takeaways you'll get from this episode:Why tree planting as a carbon offset is less effective when its not part of a holistic ecosystem restoration approach that includes bringing back animals and regenerating forests.The vision for the future includes carbon removal as a key tool to maintain a livable planet while promoting justice for marginalized communities and creating new jobs that use the same skills of workers currently in fossil fuel industries.How to initiate conversations about climate action and sustainability efforts within your own company or corporation.Our favorite quotes:“If we at Charm Industrial or other carbon removal companies can physically remove carbon from the atmosphere, it is more impactful from a climate perspective than preventing another ton of emissions from occurring.” - Harris Cohn“If you are a corporation that has employees that are engaged and excited to wear that fancy vest with your logo on it and to actually communicate with their coworkers, 100% they're going to solve more problems and move the business forward and actually go make money more than if they were like, I don't really care about where I work or what they stand for.” - Harris CohnLearn more:Follow Charm Industrial on: Twitter and Instagram at @CharmIndustrialVisit Charm Industrial’s website: www.charmindustrial.comWatch this 4 minute video by the coalition founded by McKinsey, Alphabet, Meta, Stripe and Shopify on why they are committing $1bn to permanent removals: https://youtu.be/z6sZaMBJ5ZMConnect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.com

Welcome to the latest episode of 101 ways to save the planet. Today, we have a special episode as our co-hosts are joined by their partners, Madeleine's husband Brian and Bonnie's partner Marc, to help Madeleine prepare for a presentation to her stepdaughter, Clara's school about how to be a mini eco-warrior. If you have little ones in your life, and are unsure about how to encourage them to be environmentally conscious without overwhelming or scaring them, this episode is for you. We'll learn more about the importance of composting, the power of imagery, and how starting small - in your own backyard - is the best place to start. A few key takeaways you'll get from this episode:Discover different ideas to encourage little ones to be eco-warriors - from composting to recycling to using less plastic. How to educate children about environmental issues without overwhelming them. Other resources for parents or teachers to learn how to support environmental education for the next generation Quote:"Visuals are something that stick in your mind more than maybe statistics and facts and figures."Learn more:Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.comEco-education resource via Green School: https://greeneducators.greenschool.org/ 

Welcome to a new day dedicated to saving the planet (but we really mean, saving us). We appreciate you joining us on your journey to live in greater alignment with our precious Earth. Today, we are talking to Health in Harmony’s Chief Innovation and Programs Officer about working with indigenous communities to promote conservation and combat deforestation through a concept called radical listening. A few key takeaways you'll get from this episode:Learn how Health in Harmony follows indigenous community-designed solutions to conservation issues around the world, employing a process called "radical listening," which involves deeply listening to communities and trusting their stated needs and priorities. Understand how current perception of interconnected issues (like conservation, healthcare, social justice or women’s rights) as separate creates obstacles for nonprofits to secure vital funding. .Discover how indigenous communities possess valuable solutions to climate change, as they have nurtured a harmonious relationship with nature for centuries and possess extensive knowledge on environmental protection.Our favorite quotes:"And what we've found is in Indonesia, by investing in solutions within the first five years, the rain forest stabilized. And when a rain forest stabilizes, it can start rewilding and regrowing.""Indigenous peoples and local communities are the best protectors of high-conservation-value, varying forests."Learn more:Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.comConnect with Health In Harmony on Instagram @healthinharmonyngoSign up for radical listening training: www.healthinharmony.org 

Welcome back to the re-launch of 101 Ways To Save The Planet! We know we've been away for a while, but we're so excited to be back and once again helping all our listeners find their own planet-saving journey. Today, we're diving into a topic that's close to our hearts: Madeleine's journey as a mom and her commitment to being a more sustainable parent. We'll talk about the choices she's making, the challenges she's facing, and the struggle of finding a supportive community. Trust us, it's not always easy, but we'll cover all of it. So stick around!A few key takeaways you'll get from this episode:Madeleine's vision for the future of mothering in community with other women helping each other to raise our children.How to be encouraging and compassionate, never judgey, when talking to other mothers about sustainable and conscious parenting.Being patient with yourself by starting where you are and making smaller, sustainable changes, not comparing your own parenting journey to others. Our favorite quote:"I think that you can't protect someone from their own self-inflicting guilt...You can't take responsibility for that." - MadeleineLearn more:Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.comPeanut app: https://www.peanut-app.io/ Buy Nothing Project: https://buynothingproject.org/ Important Time Stamps:Introduction to today's episode. 0:22What is your vision for the future as a mom? 3:43The need for community is still alive and well in moms. 5:52How do you navigate the no-judgement zone? 11:02Becoming a mom is an expansion of your capacity. You realize you have more in you.17:30Supporting mothers and cheering on mothers is what we need now. 19:59Meet yourself where you are within yourself. 22:06The importance of setting an example and doing things your own way. 26:34Why you have to come from a place of curiosity, curiosity, and curiosity. 28:42

While the world is no more in need of our love than it has always been, it does feel like these days it can be hard for us to reconnect to that love in the face of all the heartbreak and devastation of war, pandemics, climate change and tragedy. Because of this, Bonnie and Madeleine are reaching back into their archives for some quotes and inspiration from past guests on how to strengthen our connection to the heart, and why it's more important now than ever!Show Notes: A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/76334.A_New_EarthDiana Lang meditation teacher - https://dianalang.com/Farmer's Footprint - https://farmersfootprint.us/

The idea of creating a heaven on Earth sounds far-fetched, until you start to see the common thread behind global conflicts and societal injustices in our world today: the fossil fuel industry. We are an increasingly energy-dependent world, and as long as there exists a finite energy supply, that dependence will consolidate power in the hands of too few. Once we make our energy supply infinite, by transitioning to clean and renewable energy technologies, the balance of power will shift back to the hands of the many. We will finally be able to decide - as a human community - what is best for our planet. How do we get there? Today, we talk to life-long renewable energy entrepreneur, Marc Pop, about the journey ahead. 

Since Bonnie and Madeleine started this podcast, they've been working to demonstrate how many different ways there are to save our beautiful planet, and how many "roads in" are available to those looking for a place to start. Still, they understand the idea of tackling climate change at an individual level is daunting. In this episode, they offer their combined wisdom and experience to bring you three simple and foundational steps you can take today to start living a life that is in line with your love for Mama Earth. Resources to start your educational journey:FilmsDon't Look Up , Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/812523572040 Film - https://whatsyour2040.com/Our Planet, Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/80049832Books:The Future We Choose - https://bookshop.org/books/the-future-we-choose-surviving-the-climate-crisis/9780525658351Drawdown - https://bookshop.org/books/drawdown-the-most-comprehensive-plan-ever-proposed-to-reverse-global-warming-9780143130444/9780143130444Re:Generation - https://bookshop.org/books/regeneration-ending-the-climate-crisis-in-one-generation/9780143136972Give A Sh*t - https://bookshop.org/books/give-a-sh-t-do-good-live-better-save-the-planet/9780762464487

And now for the episode Bonnie has been DYING to share with you ever since she started working with Green School in October 2020...today Bonnie and Madeleine welcome Leslie Medema, Green School's Head of Learning, to share with listeners all about this incredible and pioneering K12 school (named a 'School of the Future' by the World Economic Forum). Green School, which originated with Green School Bali in 2008 and has since expanded with Green School New Zealand, is on a mission to educate a community of changemakers who will  regenerate our world. Leslie was there in the very early days of Green School Bali, and has played a fundamental role in the design of its curriculum and learning programs. She talks about what that journey was like and why this education model is one that the world needs now more than ever.Where to find Green School:Website: www.greenschool.orgGreen School Bali: www.greenschool.org/baliGreen School New Zealand: www.greenschool.nzGSB Instagram: www.instagram.com/greenschoolbaliGSNZ Instagram: www.instagram.com/greenschoolnzGSB Facebook: www.facebook.com/greenschoolbaliGSNZ Facebook: www.facebook.com/greenschoolnewzealandTwitter: www.twitter.com/GreenSchoolBaliYouTube: www.youtube.com/user/greenschoolbaliLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/greenschoolglobalMore information:Green School Green Educators Course - https://greeneducators.greenschool.org/Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty - https://bookshop.org/books/think-like-a-monk-train-your-mind-for-peace-and-purpose-every-day/9781982134488World Economic Forum 'Schools of the Future' Report - https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Schools_of_the_Future_Report_2019.pdf

Reporting from the jungles of Bali! Bonnie and Madeleine spend time talking about what's going on at COP26 - and their hopes for action from the 'powers that be' - before bringing it back down to the individual actions level with the help of the TRULY inspirational, sustainable living expert, TEDx speaker and author of the aptly named Give a Shit sustainable and ethical living manual - Ashlee Piper. Ashlee has an incredible ability to make often complicated and overwhelming topics related to sustainability and sustainable living feel accessible, inclusive even fun! Where to find Ashlee:Website - http://www.ashleepiper.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleepiperTwitter - https://twitter.com/TheLilFoxesTEDx Talk (stay tuned!) - https://www.instagram.com/p/CVF5-wHLlGy/ Give a Shit book - https://bookshop.org/books/give-a-sh-t-do-good-live-better-save-the-planet/9780762464487 Ethically re-homing / offloading old clothing and other items:ThreadUp - https://www.thredup.com/Poshmark - https://poshmark.com/ Buy Nothing Groups (check on Facebook)

We've said it before and we'll say it again. The biggest AND easiest / most accessible way we can have an impact on climate change and protecting our planet is by making more ethical decisions about the food we put on our plate. This is exactly the motivation that inspire Jeffrey to help co-found Plant Power Fast Food, one of the nation's first vegan, fast food restaurant chains with locations throughout Southern California. We talk to Jeff about how it's not enough to simply offer the world vegan burgers, but we need to do so in an ethical and moral way. And when we do it right, it's so powerful. We can reduce suffering, prevent global deforestation, sequester carbon, reverse climate change and simply connect to our hearts more, simply by making compassionate sustainable food choices!Where to find Jeff:Website: www.Plantpowerfastfood.com (Download the mobile app and get on the rewards program for a free milkshake!)Email: Jefferyharris@plantpowerfastfood.com