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The Swap Society Podcast with Nicole Robertson

Nicole Robertson

Host Nicole Robertson interviews thought-leaders and change-makers who are working to create a more sustainable and equitable world through fashion, art, and activism. The Swap Society Podcast shines a light on the fashion industry and its impacts on climate change and human rights. Tune in for chats about sustainable fashion, fair trade, the circular economy, labor rights, minimalism, overconsumption, slow living, zero waste, counterculture, and more. Join us as we envision a brighter future and

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53:13

How to Stop Attracting Clutter with Professional...

The Swap Society Podcast with Nicole Robertson ·

2022/09/14

Our emotional attachment to things can make it hard to let go of clutter. Decluttering Expert and Professional Organizer Tracy McCubbin shares her tips for releasing “clutter blocks” so you can finally get rid of the items that don’t serve you. But why do we attract clutter in the first place? If we don’t address the underlying emotional reasons that we attract clutter, we can get caught in a cycle of overconsumption. Tracy shares her tips for identifying and overcoming our “clutter magnets” so we

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54:50

The Spirituality of Secondhand Clothes with Reiki...

The Swap Society Podcast with Nicole Robertson ·

2022/09/07

“If you are concerned about the energetic imprint that your clothes will have when you put them on, and you purchase something new, then it is, in my opinion, impossible to separate the ethics of how the clothing was made from the energy that it will imprint on you.” Reiki Master and Spiritual Life Coach Maria Lopez talks about the spirituality of secondhand shopping, the energy of buying something new (particularly if it was unethically made), how we can incorporate mindfulness throughout our day,

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52:46

Sustainable Shoemaking with Suggies Co-Founder Mary...

The Swap Society Podcast with Nicole Robertson ·

2022/08/31

Fashion insider and co-founder of sustainable footwear brand Suggies, Mary Sue Papale, shares footwear industry secrets from her years working at Esprit and Bebe, and talks about what it takes to make shoes with an end-to-end ethical and eco-conscious manufacturing process. Mary Sue explains how American companies outsourcing to China in the 70s and 80s changed the fashion landscape, how ready-to-wear helped create a shift in consumer behavior, how the rise of fast fashion took us from 4 seasons to

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48:32

Democratizing Secondhand Style with Style Crush...

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2022/08/17

Jennifer Mielke is a sustainable style coach and Co-Founder of Style Crush, a co-op marketplace that aims to change the way we thrift shop by democratizing access to styling services. Jennifer stopped shopping for brand new clothes 13 years ago when she learned about the social and environmental impacts of the fashion industry. Her passion for secondhand fashion and helping people find their authentic style has led her to become a sustainable fashion tech entrepreneur working to make shopping for

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32:57

Paying Artisans a Living Wage with Purse and Clutch...

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2022/08/10

Jen Lewis talks about why she created Purse & Clutch, her commitment to fair wages, how she works with her artisan partners, on becoming a B Corp, and the difference between Fair Trade Certified and the Nest Artisan Guild. She also tells us about the importance of taking good care of our clothes and accessories, her favorite high-waisted Everlane pants, the art that’s inspiring her right now, and how she stays optimistic. Purse & Clutch produces ethically made handbags, working directly with

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56:05

Tips for Creating a Conscious Closet with Conscious...

The Swap Society Podcast with Nicole Robertson ·

2022/08/03

Elizabeth Joy shares her tips for creating a conscious closet, debunks misconceptions about sustainable fashion, and offers clues for spotting greenwashing. Elizabeth also talks about the ups and downs of her own slow fashion journey, and how she went from shopping as a hobby to becoming an ethical fashion advocate. Elizabeth Joy is the founder and editor of the Conscious Life and Style blog and host of the Conscious Style Podcast. For show notes visit: https://www.swapsociety.co/pages/podcast

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56:48

Striving for Sustainability with Fashion Designer...

The Swap Society Podcast with Nicole Robertson ·

2022/07/27

“We’re not going to sugar coat it, sustainability is hard. Really hard. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try.” Fashion designer Masha Titova is the founder and CEO of Titov, a sustainable lingerie brand. From working with BCBGMAXAZRIA and Kanye West’s line YEEZY to creating her own sustainable fashion brand, she shares what inspired her to create Titov, and discusses the many challenges of sustainability throughout the fashion supply chain. Masha also talks about the recent Victoria’s Secret

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57:17

Deconstructing Fashion and Beauty Standards with...

The Swap Society Podcast with Nicole Robertson ·

2022/07/20

Artist Libby Newell highlights the words and work of garment workers through textile art. Learning about the plight of garment workers was a catalyst that changed her life and her view of the world. In this episode, Libby shares her slow fashion journey and talks with Nicole about overconsumption and the importance of taking care of the clothes we already own. Her thought-provoking collage art breaks down beauty standards and deconstructs her relationship with religion. For show notes visit:

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52:42

Shutting Down the Largest Urban Oil Field with...

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2022/07/13

Nalleli Cobo became a climate activist at the age of 9 when she learned that the toxic oil-drilling site across the street from her home in Los Angeles was responsible for making her sick. Now in her early twenties, Nalleli's activism continues. Her fight against urban oil extraction has led to a unanimous vote by the Los Angeles City Council and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to ban new oil exploration, and to phase out existing oil drilling sites in LA, the largest urban oil field in

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53:38

Creating a Circular Economy by Improving Textile...

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2022/07/06

Textile waste is a mounting problem, but textile recycling rates are very low. Matoha's Head of Business Development Lieve Vanrusselt, and Head of Sales and Marketing Chris Newton, talk about the challenges of recycling textiles, and how their fabric identifier Fabritell makes it easier to identify fabrics to speed up sorting and to improve recycling rates. Matoha is the maker of Fabritell, a fabrics identification device that uses infrared analysis techniques and machine learning algorithms to

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39:28

Tips for Reducing Microfiber Pollution with Dr. Lisa...

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2022/06/28

Every time we wash a load of laundry, microfibers are released into the environment, polluting aquatic ecosystems. Our clothes are a major source of plastic pollution, and microfibers are the most common type of microplastic (plastic pieces less than 5 mm in diameter). It is extremely difficult to clean up microfibers, so it is critical that we do our best to prevent this type of pollution from entering the environment. The Director of Science & Innovation at The 5 Gyres Institute, Dr. Lisa Erdle,

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01:03:12

Personal Style with Fashion Therapist Stephanie...

The Swap Society Podcast with Nicole Robertson ·

2022/06/21

The Founder of Composed Co, Stephanie Gisondi-Little is a fashion therapist, personal stylist, and closet organizer who has been featured in InStyle, Marie Claire, Women’s Health, and the Hollywood Reporter. She shares tips for how to determine your style, talks about how our style evolves over time, mom style and the importance of getting dressed, only wearing comfortable clothes, and loving The Preppy Handbook. For show notes visit: https://www.swapsociety.co/pages/podcast

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39:06

Extinction Rebellion Fashion Action with Clare...

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2022/06/14

Clare Richardson from Extinction Rebellion Fashion Action (XR Fashion Action) shares why she became a fashion activist, how fashion is often overlooked in the broader climate crisis conversation and why Extinction Rebellion chose to focus on clothing, the apparel industry's inextricable ties to colonialism, what it means to be "anti-fashion," and what people can do to help make positive change. XR Fashion Action is a decentralized activist group pushing for radical system change within the fashion

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58:26

Writing Your Own Style Rules with Secondhand Stylist...

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2022/06/07

"In personal style, there are no rules. Clothing itself inherently has no gender, no age, there are no restrictions. If there are going to be any rules at all, you get to write them for yourself." —Maggie Greene Secondhand Stylist Maggie Greene talks about unlearning fashion rules, styling beyond gender norms, the importance of gender affirmation and her work with the LGBTQIA+ community, body positivity, eliminating the word "flattering" from her vocabulary, and how she became a sustainable personal

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39:41

The FABRIC Act with Garment Worker Center's Nayantara...

The Swap Society Podcast with Nicole Robertson ·

2022/05/31

Nayantara Banerjee of the Los Angeles Garment Worker Center discusses the recent passage of California SB62, The Garment Worker Protection Act, and how its passage has impacted the lives of garment workers in California; explains the recent introduction of the FABRIC Act by the U.S. Senator for New York Kirsten Gillibrand, which would expand similar protections to garment workers across the USA; and shares her journey from seamstress to labor rights activist. Garment Worker Center is a worker rights

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34:08

A Business Model for Good with Elisha Chan of Fair...

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2022/05/24

“Fair trade is a business model for good. We’re talking about trade and not aid. Fair trade is not just philanthropy work. It is actually a business model that I believe is sustainable.” — Elisha Chan Executive Director of Fair Trade LA Elisha Chan defines fair trade, explains the differences between fair trade certifications, gives tips on how to avoid fair-washing, shares her insights on which product categories to prioritize, and talks about her journey to working in fairtrade. Fair Trade LA

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41:35

The Search for Vintage Clothing with Gem Founder...

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2022/05/17

Street style photographer Liisa Jokinen shares her thoughts on fashion versus style, reinventing fashion trends and adding her own twist with vintage, how colorful clothes make her happy, and what led her to create Gem, a search engine for online vintage clothing. https://gem.app/ Get all the show notes on our website: https://www.swapsociety.co/pages/podcast

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47:21

Swapping with Global Fashion Exchange Founder Patrick...

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2022/05/10

Patrick Duffy, Founder of Global Fashion Exchange, shares his journey from working in hospitality to launching his international clothing swap events business, how his work intersects with United Nations Sustainability Development Goals (UN SDGs), his transformation from overconsumption to minimalism, and how he’s keeping the eco-anxiety at bay. Global Fashion Exchange (GFX) creates content-rich experiences that are designed to catalyze change. Their team of experts creates custom supply chain

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48:46

Remake’s “No New Clothes” Campaign with Emily Stochl

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2022/05/03

Emily Stochl, Remake’s Director of Community Engagement and Education, talks about the “No New Clothes” pledge, the passage of the Garment Worker Protection Act, how she got into fashion activism, and what’s keeping her optimistic about the future. Remake is a community of fashion lovers, women’s rights advocates, and environmentalists who are on a mission to change the fashion industry’s harmful practices on people and our planet. Emily is also the host of Pre-Loved Podcast.

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