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I hope you've enjoyed Season 1 of the Ethical Consumer Podcast!  Listen to this recap to hear what you've missed in the past 10 episodes!  We'll be taking the summer off to let you catch up on Season 1 and so we can get a head start on Season 2!  Be sure to keep following us on social media so you know when we're BACK!

This is our LAST minisode of season 1!  Listen as Julia shares some previous minisode highlights to keep your sustainable habits on point through summer!  Check back next Tuesday for our final Recap episode of the season to see what you’ve missed over the past few months.   ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!

We’ve asked you who harvests and makes your food - but we have yet to ask you who makes your clothes!  Julia Ahrens, co-owner and designer of Miakoda knows exactly who makes her clothing line, how they’re treated, compensated, and where her fabrics come from.  Not only does she care about how Miakoda’s pieces are made - she is extremely passionate about inclusive sizing and representation.  Listen to hear how she chooses her manufacturers, models, her experience in the industry, and the process behind how your clothes are made.   https://www.miakodanewyork.com https://www.instagram.com/miakodanewyork https://www.instagram.com/miakodamoodboard ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!

When you think of a General Mills company… sustainability isn’t the first word that comes to mind.  But - maybe that’s changing.  Nature Valley wrappers are now store drop-off recyclable!  Listen to hear WHY this is so important for the food and beverage industry, learn a little more about store drop-off recycling, and how Nature Valley is making it possible for other companies to do the same.   Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer

How can I find access to local, farm-fresh food?  When is the next farmers market?  How can I partner my farm with restaurants and school systems?  What is being done about food deserts in the Cedar Valley?  These are just a few of the many questions Jodie answers on the podcast.  Learn how coalitions and networks are working to strengthen the local food economy by working with producers, buyers, and consumers! https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/  https://cedarvalley.localfoodmarketplace.com/  https://ceee.uni.edu/uni-local-food-program/ ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!

You might not think sharing your sustainability is that important - but big changes come from little inspirations.  Listen to find out how two of Julia's favorite companies are teaming up to set better standards in the athletic apparel industry AND get a sneak peek into a future episode guest!

The midwest is known best for two things: agriculture, and awful winters.  These two things don’t go well hand in hand - unless you have a greenhouse!  Meet Chuck Tryon - president of Bushel Boy Farms based in Owatonna, MN with site number two in Mason City, IA.  Check out this episode to year how Bushel Boy Farms keeps their greenhouse operations as sustainable as possible, learn about their budding strawberries (coming soon to Iowa?!), and the possible future of greenhouse farming! https://www.bushelboy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bushelboyfarms/ ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!

Did you know that 50% of the world's coral reefs have died in the last 30 years?  Listen to find out why your sunscreen might be the culprit! Did you see we're having a giveaway over on our Instagram?  Get reacquainted with a few past guest and enter to win some of their amazing products over at @the.ethical.consumer on Instagram! ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!

Did you know that tea is NEVER washed?  This is why it’s SO important to make sure your tea is organic.  Not only is Nepal Tea the first certified organic tea company in Nepal, they package at origin for maximum freshness and minimal middle man!  Listen to hear Nishchal’s story of how a 7 year old child pivoted his career from CPA to social change maker and community builder, and how Nepal Tea is not only helping get communities out of poverty, but help them to thrive! www.nepalteallc.com https://www.instagram.com/nepalteallc/ ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!

We're having another giveaway!  Check our Instagram @the.ethical.consumer next Tuesday, June 1st for all details!  Thank you so much for your support on Season 1 of the Ethical Consumer Podcast - we have a few more episodes for you this season and then we will be on summer break for July and August!

Blake loves trash - studying it, not creating it!  If you didn't grow up in a rural area, you might not realize that not every place has garbage pickup - just like different municipalities have varying options for recycling and composting.  When you’re in charge of disposing of your own trash, you become aware of just how much you make!  From the sustainability of a college campus to what Blake learned while picking up a metric ton of garbage from beaches in Mexico, we talk about creating better spaces for trash, recycling, composting, and what we can do to further reduce wasteful habits and reduce our trash output!   https://sustainability.uiowa.edu/about-us/our-staff/blake-rupe https://www.instagram.com/blakeatiowa ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!

In today's minisode, Julia shares 3 books to read if you're interested in learning more about sustainability! Through these books you'll learn:  How our modern society is impacting the world,  The effect different ways of eating has on the environment,  and the start of the company Patagonia and their sustainable practices.  We hope you enjoy reading these super informative yet interesting books! ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!