170. What’s REALLY In Your Clothing? The Toxic Truth About Fast Fashion w/ Alden Wicker

170. What’s REALLY In Your Clothing? The Toxic Truth About Fast Fashion w/ Alden Wicker

May 27, 2026 · 55 min · Episode 170

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The episode discusses the hidden chemicals in modern fashion and their health impacts with guest Alden Wicker.

Could your clothes be affecting your health? In this episode, I sit down with Alden Wicker, author of To Dye For, to uncover the hidden chemicals in modern fashion and why almost nobody is talking about them. From the flight attendants who became seriously ill from their uniforms to the truth about polyester, PFAS, dyes, and “performance fabrics,” this conversation completely changed the way I think about clothing. We also cover what brands and certifications to look for, whether natural fibe...

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Hosts: Kylah Smook, Abi Fernandini

Guest: Alden Wicker

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Books & works: To Dye For

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