x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Sneaker Impact News

Hosted by Bryan the Botanist

Weekly interviews, news, updates and more about Sneaker Impact and our work in the recycling and running industries. Hosted by Bryan the Botanist. Please send us your guest recommendations and topics you"d like us to feature. Email: bryan@sneakerimpact.com

education

All Episodes

56:50

Particle Play: Transforming Waste into Innovative...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/08/04

Sneaker Impact News: Designing Sustainability with Particle Play Co-Founders In Episode 44 of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan welcomes Krissy Harbert and Amanda Rawlings, co-founders of Particle Play. The discussion covers their backgrounds, the creation, and mission of Particle Play—transforming post-consumer and industrial waste into innovative brand environments and products. They emphasize sustainability, local partnerships, and community building within design. Bryan and his guests discu...

en-us

4:57

Noor Hachem: Innovating Through Sneaker Upcycling

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/07/18

Upcycling Sneakers with Noor Hachem: A Family Passion Project In this episode, we chat with Noor Hachem, a 21-year-old university student with a strong passion for sneakers. Noor discusses her involvement in Sneaker Impact, a family business focusing on upcycling sneakers. She shares her personal connection to the project, her family's deep roots in the industry, and how they are partnering with universities to give fashion students an opportunity to upcycle sneakers. Noor also emphasizes th...

en-us

79:21

Empowering Connections: The Rise of Nameless Run Club...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/06/13

Building Community Through Running: The Nameless Run Club Story In this episode, host Bryan the Botanist sits down with Drew Tegui and Stefan Finke, the passionate co-founders of Nameless Run Club. They discuss their motivations, origin stories, and the unique approach that sets their organization apart. From introducing cold plunges to curated wellness experiences, Nameless Run Club is more than just running—it's about building a community. Discover how they started from humble beginnings, t...

en-us

86:36

Pushing4New: A Motivational Fitness Journey with Joao...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/06/09

Sneaker Impact News: Joao Alcolea and the Inspiring Story Behind Pushing4New In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, we welcome Joao Alcolea, founder of Pushing4New, a community-driven fitness initiative focused on motivating people to live healthier lifestyles. Joao shares his inspiring journey from being self-conscious in high school due to gynecomastia to becoming a dedicated fitness enthusiast and community organizer. He discusses how his upbringing, particularly the influence of his gene...

en-us

77:16

We Run 313's Joe Robinson: Building a Running...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/05/20

Building Community Through Running: Joe Robinson & WeRun313's Inspiring Journey | Episode 2 Join us in this special interview featuring Joe Robinson, co-founder of WeRun313, one of Detroit's largest running clubs. In this follow-up episode, Joe reflects on the humble beginnings of WeRun313, how they grew from a small group to a community movement, and the importance of building a run club around inclusivity, charity, and performance. Alongside his 10-year-old son Jojo, Joe shares insight...

en-us

94:43

Andrew Otazo: Miami's Eco-Warrior & Author Cleaning...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/05/08

Transforming Miami: Andrew Otazo on Mangrove Cleanups, Policy, and Community Impact Join us on Sneaker Impact News Episode 39 as we sit down with Andrew Otazo, an award-winning Cuban American author, environmental activist, and communication expert from Miami. In this episode, Andrew shares his inspiring journey from working at global agencies and prestigious universities to making a tangible impact by removing over 30,000 pounds of trash from South Florida's mangroves. Discover the cha...

en-us

105:01

Aligning Body & Earth: Climate Justice and Somatic...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/04/23

Healing the Earth and Ourselves: An Interview with Ludovica Martella, AKA Sustainably Lu Welcome to Sneaker Impact News! In this episode, host Bryan welcomes special guest Ludovica Martella, better known as Sustainably Lu. Ludovica is an Integrative Somatic Fitness Coach and climate justice advocate committed to empowering individuals to achieve holistic wellness through the connection of mind, body, spirit, and Earth. The conversation dives into Ludovica's background, efforts in climate just...

en-us

49:31

Ecstatic Flow: Exploring Transformative Dance with...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/04/08

Unlocking Healing Through Ecstatic Dance with Jennifer Mirambeau | Sneaker Impact News In this episode host Bryan the Botanist sits down with Jennifer Mirambeau, aka Jenergy, a visionary movement artist and the founder of Ecstatic Flow. Jennifer shares her journey into the world of ecstatic dance and how it has transformed her life. She explains the deep healing and transformative power of freeform dance, and provides insights into creating a judgment-free, substance-free space for self-expre...

en-us

48:51

Shatter the Stigma: Psychedelics, Mental Health, and...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/03/26

Episode 35 of Sneaker Impact News features Bobbi Gio, the founder of Shatter the Stigma 5K, a race aimed at raising awareness about the therapeutic uses of psychedelics for mental health. Bobbi, a student at Florida International University (FIU) and President of the Society of Psychedelic Science, shares his journey into psychology and psychedelics, the inspiration behind Shatter the Stigma, and the impact of his inaugural 5K event. We dive deep into the nuanced discussion about the stigma s...

en-us

85:30

From Activism To Music: Meet Aaron Jordan, The...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/03/11

Episode 34 of Sneaker Impact News features Aaron Jordan, the visionary tech founder and community organizer behind HIPHOUSE Music Festival. Aaron shares his journey from Louisville, Kentucky, to Miami, and the inspiration behind his new festival that merges hip hop and house music with sustainability and climate action. Drawing from his experiences with the Louisville Juneteenth Festival, Aaron dives into the importance of community activism, climate readiness, and making sustainability acces...

en-us

74:36

Sustainable & Healthy Fashion: Taryn Hipwell Teaches...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/03/10

Join host Bryan on Sneaker Impact News as he welcomes Taryn Hipwell, a renowned healthy fashion consultant, founder, author, and educator. In this episode, Taryn discusses her journey in sustainable fashion, highlighting her initiatives like 'How to Shop for Shi(f)t' and Beyond the Label. They delve into the importance of healthy fashion, transparency in the industry, and upcycling creative ideas. Taryn shares her passion for dance and yoga, and offers a compelling message on how to wear your...

en-us

25:26

Pilathon's Pilates Revolution: Community, Core...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/03/06

In Episode 32 of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist welcomes Natasha and Adriana from Pilathon, a renowned Pilates studio in Miami. They discuss the studio's history, celebrating their third anniversary at the Little River location, and the upcoming Members’ Appreciation Day on March 8th which includes a Pilates mat class and meditation sound healing session. The conversation spans Pilates’ benefits, its origins by Joseph Pilates, and its impact on various body types and injuries. T...

en-us

73:20

Microplastics & Plastic Pellet Pollution: Kelly...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/03/03

Host Bryan the Botanist speaks with Kelly Leviker from the Public Interest Research Group (PIRG). Kelly, PIRG's Beyond Plastic advocate, discusses her efforts in combating plastic pellet pollution through organizing citizen science initiatives and pushing for state and federal legislation. She highlights the severity of plastic pellet loss in various supply chains and its detrimental effects on the environment. The conversation covers the origins of plastic pollution, the importance of citize...

en-us

72:23

Sustainability & Psychedel*cs: A Deep Dive with...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/02/18

In Episode 30 of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist welcomes Marissa Feinberg, the founder of Psychedel*cs for Climate Action (PSYCA). They discuss the Miami launch of PSYCA, with insights into Marissa's journey from environmental social impact to the psychedel*c space, her co-founding of Green Spaces New York, and founding the Triple Bottom Why. The conversation covers connecting climate action with psychedel*cs, the benefits of plant medicine therapy, meditation, community engagem...

en-us

30:43

The Greening of the U! Meet Teddy Lhoutellier,...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/01/13

Teddy Lhoutellier is the current Sustainability Director for the University of Miami. Renewable Energy, Sustainability and Environmental Science are his passion. He started at the U in 2014, implementing the University's first comprehensive Sustainability Action Plan, after receiving a Silver ranking through the Sustainabiilty Tracking and Assessment Rating System program. Today, the University of Miami is a STARS Gold University. The office of sustainability's team he manages help initiate, ...

en-us

47:03

Miami's Pro Active Community Leader: Meet Los Antonio...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/01/13

It wouldn't be a Monday in Miami without Los Antonio firing up the troops at the No Sleeping Running Club which meets at 7pm every Monday night in front of American Social in Brickell. Los shares what makes him tick, what keeps him fired up, why community and health matter, and what the future holds for his vision of an active Miami. Stay Connected & Learn Morehttps://www.instagram.com/nosleepingrunningclubhttps://www.instagram.com/losantoniohttps://www.instagram.com/nosleepinginthet...

en-us

71:38

Inspiring Change: Maddie Kaufman & Amanda DiPerna of...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2025/01/13

In Episode 27 of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist sits down with local Miami environmental leaders, Maddie Kaufman and Amanda Di Perna of Debris Free Oceans (DFO). Many topics are discussed on how they are working with local and national government agencies, non-profits, businesses, and citizens to reduce waste, improve global health, fight plastic pollution, and raise awareness critical ecological and societal issues. Learn more about circular economies, how and why they started ...

en-us

54:43

Inside the World of Waste Management: An Interview...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2024/11/12

In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, we welcome Mike Fernandez, Vice President of Post Collections at Waste Pro. Host Bryan the Botanist introduces Mike, highlighting their friendship and professional connections. Mike delves into his background, detailing his journey from aspiring firefighter to a top executive at one of the largest waste management companies in the U.S. He explains the intricacies of post-collection operations, waste disposal, and the challenges of managing waste in the ...

en-us

49:58

Sustainable Architecture & Urbanism with Esteban...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2024/11/04

In this enlightening episode of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist sits down with Esteban Martinez, a distinguished architect and co-founder of Green Loop. Esteban shares his remarkable journey from studying at the University de los Andes to becoming a LEED Fellow and leading sustainable practices across Latin America and the U.S. Discover how Green Loop has consulted on over 700 buildings, implementing innovative solutions using recycled materials and sophisticated energy modeling....

en-us

76:27

From Graffiti to Galleries: The Artistic Journey of...

Sneaker Impact News ·

2024/11/04

Join Sneaker Impact News as we sit down with Pedro Amos, a renowned visual artist and public arts ambassador from Miami, to explore his remarkable journey from starting as a graffiti artist in 1994 to becoming an influential figure in Miami's vibrant art scene. Discover Pedro's unique approach to blending creativity with business, his entrepreneurial efforts such as Miami's Best Graffiti Guide and the Pedro Amos Galleria, and the impact of the evolving urban landscape on his work. Delve into ...

en-us

46 results

Similar Podcasts

Science Talk

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

五分钟心理学

柠檬心理

Daily Facts

Amalia Dupray and Montgomery Jones.

Les dents et dodo

BFMTV

Veterinary Clinical Podcasts

The Royal Veterinary College