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Once Upon a Planet

Sustainability can be heavy. Design can be precious. Climate storytelling can feel like a lecture. Once Upon a Planet is here to change that. Hosted by Jon Strassner—co-creator of Break Some Dishes and longtime challenger of the status quo—this podcast explores the intersection of interesting and climate change. That tiny 2-stop intersection is vitally important if we want to grow our understanding and awareness of global climate change.

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00:55:22

Lost Corners: Understanding Climate Migration through...

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/11/20

Jon invites fellow Connecticutian Tabitha Sookdeo on the podcast to dig deep on climate migration. It's happening right here within our own borders and we need to understand this multifaceted issue that is impacting all of us. After this episode we hope you will think differently and find empathy for those that have lost their corners of the world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:40:37

Lessons from Space: What an Astronaut Learned About...

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/10/16

Jon and Verda speak with veteran NASA astronaut Nicole Stott.

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00:48:38

Climate Complexities with the Queer Brown Vegan

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/09/18

Isaias Hernandez, AKA the Queer Brown Vegan joins Jon and Verda to examine tackling climate change education thru social media and engaging with fringe communities who often get left behind. Isaias is taking on all the complex issues around climate change and social equity through the eyes of a young activist and a child of immigrants. We often don’t consider the impact climate change has on minorities and marginalized communities, and Isaias is shedding light onto issues like Petromasculinity and

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00:49:40

If You Can't Fly With the Eagles, You Can Soar With...

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/08/21

Learn the amazing story of a biologist turned bird aviator! Austrian biologist, Johannes Fritz speaks with Jon and Verda about the Northern Bald Ibis, which was completely extinct in the wild 50 years ago. Through careful re-introduction Fritz began to bring them back. Then, when climate change made their winter migration route unpassable, Fritz began teaching these birds a new migratory route by flying an ultralight to lead them across the Alps and into Southern Italy to winter.See Privacy Policy

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00:34:58

Can Baya be a playa? You betcha!

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/07/31

Jon and Verda discover John Derkach, an architect turned techie, who just might help our industry finally impact climate change. Listen to John’s story of building a tech company with an architects eye. Baya is a workflow tool that will help designers specify green solutions throughout their interiors project, and measure their impact while doing it. Learn more about this amazing technology in episode 63!This episode was recorded in the NeoCon Podcast Studio Powered by SURROUND and Sponsored by

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01:00:00

He Saved His Community When He Saved Himself—The...

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/07/17

Domingo Morales grew up in public housing in Harlem and sold candy in subways to help his mother pay rent. By 19 he had two kids and no steady income, but then Domingo stumbled upon a chance to work with Green City Force, an non-profit that teaches young people in the projects careers in horticulture, solar installation and other environmental jobs. Today Domingo is teaching communities how to farm thru city wide composting. But he’s done more than show people how to grow food, he’s showing them

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43:03

Davies Re-Does It

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/06/05

Davies Office was founded in 1948 as a small, family-owned business. Since then, Davies Office has grown to become a nationally recognized leader in green remanufacturing and sustainable office solutions. Host Jon and Verda chat with Bill Davies and Doug Pilgrim about sustainability, and the possibilities that come with upcycling!Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode was produced by Rob Schulte. Break Some Dishes is presented by Davies Office.

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46:45

One Man’s Battle with Plastic Pollution

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/05/15

Armed with a home-made suction device, David Rivers clears about 250 garbage bags worth of trash from the bayou and its tributaries each week. If you think one person can't make a difference, think again—you'll be as smitten with David as we are!Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode was produced by Rob Schulte. Break Some Dishes is presented by Davies Office.

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44:02

Take a Seat on the Climate Beat

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/04/17

Cara Buckley and her team at the New York Times have decided to focus on the optimistic side of climate change. They’ve found people acting out on their own to create individual, yet replicable acts that have saved their own unique communities and ecosystems. Verda and Jon have been inspired by this message, and in this episode get the opportunity to talk with Cara about this work and how it can save our planet.Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode was produced by

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47:29

Good Neighbors Make Good Rebels

Once Upon a Planet ·

2024/03/20

Karry King and Martin Schneider found themselves compelled to help their town of La Salle, Illinois after a toxic disaster and chemical fire at the Carus Chemical Plant.Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode was produced by Rob Schulte. Break Some Dishes is presented by Davies Office.

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20:32

Shaping Sustainable Minds: Empowering Young Designers...

Once Upon a Planet ·

2023/08/09

In this new episode, co-host Verda Alexander sits down with special guest Lisa Tucker, Head of the Department of Apparel, Housing, and Resource Management at Virginia Tech.Lisa shares her journey from a background in historic preservation to integrating sustainability into interior design education. She discusses her research on the impact of biophilic design in educational spaces and emphasizes the importance of nurturing curiosity and confidence in young designers. Join us as we explore the

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15:54

Designing with Purpose: Pioneering change with Linda...

Once Upon a Planet ·

2023/07/19

In this episode of Break Some Dishes, Jon Strassner sits down for a one-on-one conversation with Linda Sorrento from mindful MATERIALS. They share their history of collaboration and how Linda inspired Jon to pursue a career in sustainability. Linda talks about her family's legacy of purpose and her journey into the design field with a focus on research and sustainability. The episode highlights the importance of curiosity, exploration, and commitment for young designers looking to make a positive

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14:48

Breaking the Mold: Interior Design Impact with Jenn Chen

Once Upon a Planet ·

2023/06/23

In this episode of Break Some Dishes, co-host Verda Alexander sits down for a conversation with Jenn Chen, Principal Interior Designer at LMN Architects. They first discuss Jenn's groundbreaking research that has revealed the cyclical nature of interior renovations as it significantly contributes to carbon emissions, rivaling the impact of building structures themselves. Their conversation dives into the need for greater awareness and responsibility within the industry, challenging traditional

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20:47

Championing Change: Trailblazing Sustainable Design...

Once Upon a Planet ·

2023/05/24

Join host Jon Strassner as he engages in a conversation with Ken Wilson, Design Principal at Perkins&Will in Washington D.C. With over two decades of friendship, Jon and Ken delve into Ken's career journey, the evolution of sustainable design, and the critical role of sustainability in shaping the future of the industry. Ken discusses founding his own design firm that embraced sustainable design early on with clients including Greenpeace, the Environmental Defense Fund, the World Wide Fund for

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40:34

Earth Day: Activate Accordingly

Once Upon a Planet ·

2023/04/21

Earth Day: Activate Accordingly Join Jon and Verda during this special episode for Earth Day 2023 discussing activism! They look at the history of activism and its importance in creating social change, emphasizing design and activating locally. They also examine influencing large corporations and the government, encouraging people to take action by joining a passionate group, downloading an app, or tweeting. There are many different ways to be an activist, from marching to voting to mobilizing

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47:06

Roundtable: Climate, Health, and Equity

Once Upon a Planet ·

2023/03/30

We are breaking some dishes a little differently with this new roundtable episode discussing climate, health, and equity! Our panel of roundtable guests talks with Jon Strassner and Verda Alexander about the importance of creating equitable and sustainable designs that are healthy and accessible to everyone. The group emphasizes the need for further education and understanding of green practices and available resources. They also touch on the power of students to influence the future, how to talk

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51:13

Creating with wonder and rigor.

Once Upon a Planet ·

2023/03/03

According to Natalie Nixon, more organizations need to have improvisational ways of working. Natalie says, “The future of work is Jazz.” Jazz is a model for new ways to work and optimize creativity. Described as a one-of-a-kind creativity expert, Natalie is the Creative Strategist and CEO at strategy firm, Figure 8 Thinking. In this episode, Natalie talks with Jon and Verda about the importance of wonder and rigor when it comes to creativity and innovation, the ethics of aesthetics, jazz and improv

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61:25

Building to better: LIVE from Greenbuild 2022

Once Upon a Planet ·

2023/02/15

Let's break some dishes with game changers in sustainability LIVE from Greenbuild 2022! Our guests today talk with Jon and Verda about how they lead and make sustainable change in different ways through biomaterials and carbon capture, water and energy conservation, design accountability, carbon offsets, or resource reuse. Guest lineup includes: > Elizabeth Bridges, Co-founder at Sum Studio and OurCarbon > Alisha McFetridge, Co-founder & CEO at RainStick > Sean McFetridge, Co-founder & CTO at

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38:32

New Year, New Dishes To Break

Once Upon a Planet ·

2023/01/25

We are breaking into the New Year with a twist. Our January episode kicks us off into 2023 where Jon and Verda have an insightful one-on-one conversation with each other. Guided by research, articles, and books the pair have read lately, they discuss different topics to lead us into 2023 including: - Green technology - What it means to be in "Goblin Mode" - Behavior habits and healthcare - Difficulties in making lasting change 2023 is here, let's get ready to break some dishes! Break Some Dishes

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78:58

Sustainability at Sea: LIVE from the Cruise Ship...

Once Upon a Planet ·

2022/11/22

The Cruise Ship Interiors Expo is the world’s only exhibition and conference exclusively dedicated to connecting the cruise design industry - and Break Some Dishes had the unique opportunity to podcast LIVE from the event! In today's episode, you'll hear from: Jon Ingleton | Executive Editor of Cruise & Ferry Interiors My Nguyen | Director of Interior Design, Holland America Group Greg Walton | Founding Partner, Studio Dado These amazing guests sat down to educate us on the sustainable innovation

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