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The Biofriendly Podcast

Your beacon of light in a gloomy environment, The Biofriendly Podcast is 3x International award-winning educational series! Hosted by Noel Carroll and Jacob Givens. Episodes air every Friday. Check out www.biofriendlyplanet.com

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46:18

Can Car Care Be Sustainable?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/10/29

We all dread seeing that check engine light appear in our cars, but did you know that proper vehicle maintenance is the more sustainable choice? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about everything from oil changes to car washes, why road rage is bad for the environment, and is Noel an expert on 1970s fashion??

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45:11

Nature... You Scary!

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/10/22

It's the spooky season once again, and Mother Nature has cooked up quite a few scares of her own on this week's episode of The Biofriendly Podcast. From gigantic flowers that smell like rotting flesh to blood-soaked vacation spots in the Arctic, we explore some of the most horrific natural occurrences around the world that just might be caused by... faeries?!

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31:46

Hispanic Business Going Green with Ramiro Cavazos

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/10/15

This week we traveled all the way to Las Vegas to sit down with the President of the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), Ramiro Cavazos, to discuss their commitment of representing the needs of citizens and small business owners. As we learned more about how the USHCC actively promotes the growth and development of more than 4.7 million Hispanic-owned businesses, we also discussed the importance of being on the cutting-edge of environmental needs, and why you should never gamble with a set of

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43:10

Geoengineering: Creative or Crazy?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/10/08

When it comes to creatively cooling our global warming, scientists are dreaming up new ways to reflect heat away from the Earth through a process called geoengineering. This week we explore everything from painted streets to harnessing the power of volcanoes, why the Greeks are already keeping it cool, and does Keith even know what he's talking about?

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43:35

Can Dairy-Free Ice Cream Be Delicious? with NadaMoo!

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/10/01

Everyone loves ice cream, but it's important to find sustainable ways to enjoy that tasty treat. This week we stopped by NadaMoo! headquarters in Austin to sit down with President & CEO, Daniel Nicholson, and get the full scoop on their story, why Jacob wants to reclaim the word vanilla, and does Noel eat ice cream for breakfast?

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46:41

Extend the Lifecycle of Clothing with Alex Shadrow

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/09/24

Since we all know that fast fashion is an environmental disaster, we need sustainable solutions for how we get dressed. That's why this week on The Biofriendly Podcast we welcomed Alex Shadrow, also known as @Sustainabae on Instagram, to talk about creative ways to make your clothing last, becoming a secondhand fashion icon, and does every year have 12 seasons now?!

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38:50

Why Would We Mine the Sea?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/09/17

Oceanographers have discovered trillions of polymetallic nodules on the Earth’s ocean floors, but how can we get to them without harming the environment? This week Noel and Jacob weigh the pros and cons of seabed mining, the problem with misinformation in the media, and do Nickelback make a guest appearance?

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42:25

Could Composting Actually Save the Planet? with Jon Reed

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/09/10

Composting is way easier than you think, yet so many of us are overwhelmed at the concept. That's why this week we invited Jon Reed, the Founder/CEO of Compostic, a New Zealand company combating plastic waste with compostable cling wrap and resealable bags! Jon shares everything you need to know about composting, how laziness can inspire innovation, and why civil wars have been fought over beers.

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39:09

What is Guerrilla Gardening?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/09/03

You've heard us talk about 'ninja planting' on The Biofriendly Podcast before, but we only just discovered that 'guerrilla gardening' is a thing... and we love it! This week we share the story of an L.A. man who transformed his city by illegally growing produce, the fate of our own ninja plants, and why we'll only grow Audrey II's from now on.

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01:02:45

Which Milk is Best For the Environment?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/08/27

While folks on the internet are busy falling off stacks of milk crates, The Biofriendly Podcast is hard at work investigating milk alternatives for you. This week we discuss some of the challenges of dairy farming, the insatiable thirst of almonds, and did Elise survive her Fear Factor childhood challenges?

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42:21

Why You Can Stay Positive About Our Oceans

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/08/20

Recent scientific research suggests that it's important celebrate our environmental success in order to motivate further evidence-based action! That's why this week on The Biofriendly Podcast we acknowledge some of the positive stories about protecting our oceans, why we should make a TV show called Fish Police, and does Noel speak fluent whale?

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44:19

Does Air Pollution Stay in Your Lungs?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/08/13

We often hear about the world's problems with air pollution, but what exactly are we breathing in out there and does it stay in our lungs? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast, we separate the smog from the particulate matter, learn more ways to reduce emissions, and is it dangerous to light your farts on fire?

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47:33

Empowering Women in Uganda with Karen Sugar

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/08/06

Did you know that 80% of the food in Africa is produced by women and small to medium scale farmers? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we welcome Karen Sugar, Founder and Director of the Women's Global Empowerment Fund to talk about how her non-profit came together, ways they support women in Uganda, and did Jacob check himself out in the mirror during the podcast?

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54:09

Does Air Conditioning Harm the Environment?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/07/30

As global temperatures rise, our dependence on air-conditioning only increases, which causes even more problems in the atmosphere. This week, Noel and Jacob talk about the challenges of living in arid climates, creative ways to cool down before bed, and can anyone fit their pillow in the freezer?

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47:17

Are Carbon Offsets Actually Helpful? with Dr. Mark...

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/07/23

When it comes to tackling the challenges of climate change we often need a new perspective so that's why this week we welcomed Dr. Mark Trexler from The Climatographers to The Biofriendly Podcast. Mark shares a new way of thinking that could bring about more collective action, how carbon offsets were first created, and how is this all like a pregnancy test?

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50:25

Are the Tokyo Olympics Sustainable Enough?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/07/16

The 2020 Olympics are about to start (in 2021 nonetheless) and the city of Tokyo has been hard at work to make sure these games are as green as they can be! This week Noel and Jacob talk about the positive eco-friendly improvements, what the naysayers have to say, and why the biathlon might be training future spies.

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46:30

The Importance of Optimism with Grant Brown

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/07/09

The Biofriendly Podcast aims to be your beacon of light in a gloomy environment, and this week we welcomed the like-minded creator of Happy Eco News, Grant Brown. Grant has had a long career in clean technology and electrifying ships, and this week he shares his inspiration behind his positive environmental news website, the dangers of doom-scrolling, and how he was once put on the spot to speak to an audience of nearly 350 million people!

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56:12

Regenerative Travel

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/07/02

As world travel begins to make its triumphant return, the tourism industry is poised and ready to make some positive changes with an initiative called 'Regenerative Travel.' This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we explore this new sustainable travel movement that aims to make our post-pandemic travel more eco-friendly, less crowded, and quite possibly allow Noel and Jacob to make the best/worst bathing suit choices for the beach!

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44:06

Topper Luciani of Goodfair Talks Secondhand First

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/06/25

It's no secret that we have been conditioned to consume the latest and greatest when it comes to stuff... especially clothing! This week we welcome Topper Luciani, CEO of Goodfair, a company that is putting thrift stores at your fingertips. Topper shares his story of how Goodfair came to be, Jacob confesses that he was a thrift store nerd, and turns out Noel is a Tick aficionado.

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45:44

Eco-Friendly Pest Control

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2021/06/18

Pests have started to invade your home and garden and you want to get rid of them... but in a nice way. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we share some eco-friendly options for pest prevention without toxic chemicals, Jacob tells the tragic tale of a lizard named Blue, and we discover that Noel is the savior of skunks.

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