Season 1 Episodes

Oct. 23, 2024

Erin Shaffer - Spearheading Sustainability Services within Rockwell A…

Erin Shaffer, a manager at Kalypso (a Rockwell Automation company), building a thriving sustainability service line within a consulting firm. Starting with a simple conversation amongst colleagues and their desire for sustain...

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Oct. 16, 2024

Erin Shaffer - Seeing Consulting Through a Social Impact Lens

Erin Shaffer is a Green Champion who co-leads the sustainability and energy management service line at Kalypso, a consulting firm acquired by Rockwell Automation. Erin shares her passion for sustainability, which was rooted i...

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Oct. 9, 2024

Joe Campbell - Building Social Capital 101 [Bonus Episode]

What are the three types of social capital, and how can understanding them help you become a better advocate for sustainability? Joe Campbell, senior lecturer at Ohio State University's School of Environment and Natural Resou...

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Oct. 1, 2024

Joe Campbell - When Life Gives You Soil, Make Carbon Credits

2Joe Campbell shares his journey from a study abroad program in Ghana to establishing his own consulting company, Development Consulting International. He then talks about how he came to teach the Ghana study abroad course an...

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Sept. 24, 2024

Joe Campbell - Why Asking Yourself “What Can I Do?” Is the Wrong Ques…

Joe Campbell is more than just a professor at Ohio State University. He's a passionate advocate for community building and a firm believer in the power of listening. Joe's unique approach to sustainability goes beyond just st...

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Sept. 18, 2024

Brittanie Dabney - Filtering out the Facts on Forever Chemicals (PFAS…

Brittanie Dabney, an environmental scientist and PhD candidate shares her passion for studying harmful chemicals in our environment, focusing on microplastics and PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals." She explains the alar...

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Sept. 11, 2024

Brittanie Dabney - The Environmental Scientist Diving into Contaminat…

Have you ever wondered how the chemicals in our environment impact our health and ecosystems? Meet Brittanie Dabney, an environmental scientist dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of contaminants in our waterways and inspir...

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Sept. 4, 2024

Zagrous Kawarizadeh - Why Recycling Old Tech Isn't as Simple as It Se…

Columbus Micro Systems, a Columbus-based company with a 36-year history, is more than just an IT hardware and services provider. They've carved a unique niche by actively championing sustainability within the tech industry. T...

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Aug. 27, 2024

Zagrous Kawarizadeh - From Building PCs to Recycling TVs

Zagrous Kawarizadeh is the president of Columbus Micro Systems, a family business with a unique perspective on sustainability. Founded in 1988, the company has evolved from building computers to becoming a leader in IT recycl...

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Aug. 20, 2024

Jane Boehm - Food Waste Action Plan, 5 Years in the Making

SWACO, the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio led by Jane Boehm, is leading the charge to reduce food waste in the region. Through the Central Ohio Food Waste Initiative, they've brought together a diverse group of partner...

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Aug. 14, 2024

Jane Boehm - From Agroecology Roots to Better Food Systems

Jane Boehm is a passionate advocate for reducing food waste in Central Ohio. As the Food Waste Programs Administrator at SWACO, she leads the Central Ohio Food Waste Initiative, a collaboration of businesses, nonprofits, and ...

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Aug. 7, 2024

Kevin Butt - Toyota’s Roadmap Doesn’t Stop at Carbon Neutrality

How is Toyota, a global automotive giant, tackling water scarcity, championing biodiversity, and redefining sustainability in manufacturing? Toyota's sustainability journey has evolved over 30 years, moving from a focus on wa...

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July 31, 2024

Kevin Butt - Three Decades of Driving Sustainability at Toyota

Kevin Butt is the Regional Environmental Sustainability Director at Toyota North America. Kevin shares his remarkable journey from a curious young mind exploring the woods to becoming a leading advocate for environmental sust...

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July 24, 2024

Zachary Walls - The Story of a Zero Waste Cafe (Florin Coffee)

Zach Walls, the Cafe Manager at Florin Coffee, isn't just brewing delicious coffee; he's crafting a sustainable future for the coffee industry. By diverting over 90% of waste from landfills, Florin Coffee has achieved the imp...

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July 17, 2024

Joseph Klatt - Marble Plastics and the Art of Recycled Goods

Do you know what happens to those bread tags or misprinted 3D models? What if they could be transformed into beautiful, functional furniture? Joseph Klatt, the founder of Marble Plastics, is on a mission to revolutionize the ...

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