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Bizz chats with Guiscela about wasting water and the differences she sees with water usage in Canada vs Mexico.Tips to reduce water usage:Turn tap off while brushing teethTurn on only the hot water while waiting to heat and start using as
Bizz and Claire chat about how doing your best doesn't mean doing everything and that creating a balance in your life is the key to sustainability.Concepts:Focusing on one thing at a timeDoing research before diving inChoosing to NOT do/u
Bizz and Bri chat about consumerism and the importance of switching to a circular economy system.Things we talk about:Composting toiletsGlass and aluminum instead of plasticReuse vs recycleClothing fiber contentVisible mendingValuing s
Bizz chats with Megan about maker hobbies like sewing, crafting, knitting, etc.. With maybe a little tangent on the joys of cat ownership.Things we talk about:Getting creative with what we already haveNot being afraid to experimentSourcin
Bizz and Lesley chat about many things, most of which revolve around the balancing act of doing what you can, not burning out, and avoiding the all or nothing mindset.Things we talk about:Avoiding the all or nothing mindsetEmbracing minima
Bizz chats with Anka from Get Ruth to discuss more convenient options for becoming less with our periods.Find Ruth:Website - getruth.caInstagram - @getruth.caLinkedIn Co-Founder - Anka ChanLinkedIn Co-Founder - Nicole SanchezDonate to
Bizz chats with Steph about her kids thrift/consignment business, The Green Canoe Shop.You can find Steph's kids' clothes at:Website - greencanoeshop.caInstagram - @greencanoeshopFacebook - facebook.com/greencanoeshopOther great Instagr
Bizz chats with Jennifer of Jennifer Bergman Weddings about how to become less while celebrating one of the most important days of our lives. Find Jennifer:Instagram - @jbweddingsWebsite - jenniferbergmanweddings.comThings we talk about:
Bizz chats with Tracy about the idea of themed thrift stores. Things we talk about:Our own ideas to incorporate second hand into our own businessesSecond-hand pet suppliesSecond-hand fabric and sewing suppliesWhat kind of themed thrift
Bizz and Emma chat about their own experiences doing home renovations and discuss ways to be less with our renovations.Things we talk about:Use what you haveRepair and freshen up before replacingGet materials used or other people's leftov
Bizz chats with Waste Free Edmonton co-founder, Sean, about the city's proposed Single Use Items Bylaw and how this strategy will reduce waste in our city. Find more on the proposed bylaw:City of Edmonton's Website - edmonton.caSingle Use
Bizz and Emma chat about becoming less with our books, including some good reads for more information and ideas.Things we talk about:MinimalismE-ReadersUsing old worn out books for craftsLibrariesLittle Free Libraries - littlefreelibrar
Bizz chats with Ashley and AJ about their progress on their own journey to becoming less. Things we talk about:Green and Gold Garden - greengoldgarden.comEating vegetarian to reduce emissionsBuying groceries in bulk whenever possible
Bizz chats with Sam Kriviak, a registered provisional psychologist who specializes in eco-grief.Things we talk about:What is anxiety?What is grief?What is trauma?How do these tie in with environmentalism?If we do identify with one or mo
Bizz chats with Becca about how finding minimalism has enriched her life and how the journey is going so far.References we make:Marie Kondo - konmari.comRose City Organizing - rosecityprofessionalorganizing.comDonate to support wast
Bizz and Cara chat about how becoming less can be challenging at work.Things we talk about:Being the only person who's passionate about environmentalismCreating an environmental committeeLow-hanging fruit such as recycling paper and cardb
Bizz chats with Sarah from Blenderz Garment Recyclers about how much they've grown over the last couple years. They're moving into an even bigger location with some cool machinery upgrades. Find Blenderz:Support their campaign for the upgra
Bizz and Cara go over their biggest eco-wins from 2021 and discuss their goals for the upcoming new year.What happened in 2021:Moved to new homeSmall means lower impact, close to work and amenities to reduce travelReusable diapersSo ma
Bizz and Cara talk about how voting with our dollar can create a demand for better ways to become less.Things we talk about and references we make:How we spend our money controls the direction of the marketSupporting businesses with good p
Bizz and Cara chat about setting boundaries with others who may not see eye to eye with you on becoming less.Things we talk about:Gifts - always a big topicChoosing to ride a bikeNot using paper towelsBringing a container to a restaurant
Bizz chats with new co-host, Cara, about her tips on being an eco-mom.Things we talk about:Reusable DiapersReusable Wipes (See Sniffle Crate Pattern on Etsy)Diaper servicesBabies grow so quicklyGet clothing second handGet toys second h
Bizz and Emma continue their conversation about becoming less with their pets.Things we talk about:Buying treats in bulkMake your own foodUse bags from food and litter to line your trash binDryer lint is often still plasticDehydrating t
Bizz and Emma chat about our pets and how we can still become less while being loving, doting owners. Things we talk about:Grooming is important for health and reducing hairDog toys are consumable itemsTry getting second-hand stuffed anim
Bizz and Emma chat about becoming less by giving gifts that were purchased second-hand.Things to consider:Let others know that you are open to, and prefer, second-hand giftsStart the conversation. Ask others how they feel about it. Make s
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