Sustainable Minimalists

Not so long ago, humanity’s main pursuit was finding food and staving off hunger. But these days, we’re throwing out strawberries. We’re letting salad greens go bad in the crisper. And when it comes to transforming those broccoli stalks or potato peels into something delicious, we’ve lost the know-how.In an age where the average home discards enough edible meals to sustain an entire extra person, reclaiming our kitchens from unnecessary food waste has never been more urgent. On today’s show, author Teralyn Pilgrim explores what our wastefulness says about us as a culture—as well as her foundational framework for reframing our relationship with the food in our refrigerators.Here’s a preview:Why food waste stands as one of today’s largest environmental issues, and the stark contrast between historical food scarcity and modern excessHow disconnection from food production and changing home-cooking habits contribute to everyday wasteThe Rules of Food Waste: A step-by-step walkthrough of Teralyn’s core principles for running a waste-free kitchenNever shop hungry! Sweep out the fridge before adding more! And other top tips for reducing food waste once and for allResources mentioned:No Scrap Left Behind (via Bookshop.org)Want another episode on food waste that’s chock full of tips? Check out episode #437: Breaking Food Waste Norms.This show is listener-supported. Thank you for supporting!Join our (free!) Facebook community here.Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube @sustainableminimalistsSay hello! [email protected] this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sustainable-minimalists2448/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We live our lives surrounded by smart phones, smart devices, Wi-Fi networks, and wireless wearables. But as our homes become "smarter", the constant electropollution these devices emit carries risks for our long-term health.Your home should be a sanctuary, not a radiation zone. On today's show, radiologist and author Dr. Rob Brown offers simple ways to dramatically reduce your daily electropollution load without giving up modern technology. Here's a preview:[5:00] A doctor explains why he believes electropollution is "the secondhand smoke of our generation"[13:30] Should our children wear Airpods or smart watches? Should we?[25:00] Five low friction ways to reduce electropollution in your home[29:00] Why this medical doctor suggests that we shut our wifi router off each night, plus: other ways to support rest and cellular recovery Resources mentioned:Unplug: A Radiologist Explores the Damage Caused by Electropollution and How You Can Prevent ItDefenderShield phone caseNext Book Club! Nov. 4 7:30pm EST Book: TRASH! A Garbageman's StoryDefenderShield EMF blocking cell phone case This show is listener-supported. Thank you for supporting!Join our (free!) Facebook community here.Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube @sustainableminimalistsSay hello! [email protected] Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sustainable-minimalists2448/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Our economy is built to keep us consuming on autopilot. Between frictionless digital checkouts, targeted algorithms, and subscription traps, buying has become effortless. So effortless, in fact, that we rarely register it as an active choice anymore.But what happens when we slow down and reclaim that awareness?On today’s show, author David Gaines makes a case for moving away from isolated, guilt-driven consumerism and toward community-based choices that have the power to transform our buying habits for the better.Here’s a preview:[6:30] Why algorithms and one-click buying strip away our intentionality—and how regaining awareness is the first step toward values-aligned spending[13:30] What to do when you want to buy better but you just can’t afford it[14:00] On the importance of savoring more so as to consume less[23:00] Ethics under capitalism? Is it possible?[28:00] How to evaluate brand claims and recognize common marketing red flags[31:00] On elephants, ants and the significance of small, daily actions, plus: One low-friction adjustment you can make this week for maximum impact Resources mentioned:Why We Buy and Why it Matters (releases Oct. 27)Certified B Corporation (episode from the archives!) Book Club! September 23, 7:30pm EST This show is listener-supported. Thank you for supporting!Join our (free!) Facebook community here.Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube @sustainableminimalistsSay hello! [email protected] this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sustainable-minimalists2448/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy