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This week, Ali and Eleisha are serving up a feast of tips just in time for Thanksgiving! From shocking food waste facts to embracing seasonal produce, the sisters will explore how to make your holiday meals more mindful and eco-friendly. Plus, they'll dive into the Slow Food movement and share personal stories about CSAs, farmers markets, and apple-picking adventures. Whether youâre hosting a big gathering or enjoying an intimate meal, this episode will leave you inspired to savor the season sustainably.
Key Takeaways
Food Waste Facts: How much waste we generate during Thanksgiving and its impact on the planet. Seasonal Eating: Why eating with the seasons is better for the environment, your health, and your taste buds. Slow Food Movement: A deep dive into slowing down to appreciate the journey from farm to table. Local Food Sources: Exploring CSAs, farmers markets, and u-pick farms for fresher, less wasteful produce. Gratitude Through Food: How engaging with your food can enrich your holiday experience.Links
â Thanksgiving Waste Facts Seasonal Food Guide Slow Food International Learn more about Eleishaâs refillery and shop: mainlineshift.com Follow Aliâs upcycling tips on Instagram: @tiny_wasteJoin the Conversation
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Bask in the unexpected joy of ânothing.â Join Eleisha and Ali as they share the reasons why sometimes the best gift people can give and receive is simply⊠less. From reducing holiday waste to embracing experiences over items, we're exploring all the ways ânothingâ can be everything.
Key Takeaways
Gift of Nothing: Embracing the beauty of less and finding gratitude in simplicity. Waste from Freebies: Breaking down how much plastic and waste we can avoidâstarting with those pesky gift bags. Alternative Gift Ideas: Low-waste party favors, group gifts, and sustainable ways to say âthanksâ that donât end up in the landfill. Experience-Based Gifting: Ideas for creating memories that donât require more âstuff.â Gratitude Practices: Simple habits, like keeping a gratitude journal, to sustain joy and positivity.Links
â Recycling Plastic is Practically Impossible â Greenpeace Reportâ Plastic Recycling Rate Ellen MacArthur Foundation New Plastic Economy Initiative Learn more about Eleishaâs refillery and shop: â â mainlineshift.comâ â Follow Aliâs viral upcycling tips on social media: @tiny_wasteJoin the Conversation
Share ways you plan to embrace the âless is moreâ approach this season by tagging us on social media @OneCanHopePodcast.
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Consider how each dollar you spend can create positive change in the world. Eleisha and Ali guide listeners through an eye-opening mental exercise and share ways to use your purchasing power to campaign for a better future every day, not just on Election Day.
Key Takeaways
Visualizing Your Impact: Imagine a bustling Main Street full of local businesses and community vibrancy, contrasted with the emptiness of a world dominated by corporate chains. Our spending choices shape the community around us. Small Businesses Matter: For every $100 spent at a local business, $68 stays in the community. This episode highlights why shopping small creates jobs, supports the economy, and builds a stronger, more sustainable community. Corporate Emissions and Boycotts: Learn about the massive impact of corporations on climate change and how successful boycotts have pushed some companies, like Canada Goose and SeaWorld, to make positive changes. Making Your Dollar Count: Shopping with purpose goes beyond boycotting big corporations; itâs about supporting businesses with values you trust. Eleisha and Ali break down what certifications mean, how to spot greenwashing, and the benefits of paying with cash.Links
Carbon Majors Report History of Successful Boycotts Learn more about Eleishaâs refillery and shop: â mainlineshift.comâ Follow Aliâs viral upcycling tips on social media: @tiny_wasteJoin the Conversation
Ready to vote with your wallet? Share your favorite sustainable brands or local businesses with us on social media @OneCanHopePodcast!
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Go on a time-traveling journey through sustainability, exploring how throw-away culture emerged in the 1950s. They discuss how modern households are revisiting sustainable practices from decades before and dive into why the dishwasher is both a time-saving and eco-friendly invention. With a mix of humor and history, this episode unpacks how we can learn from the past to create a more sustainable future.
Key Takeaways
The Birth of Throwaway Culture: Discover how the 1950s ushered in disposable products and the mentality of convenience over sustainability. Old is New Again: Items like glass milk bottles, cloth diapers, and reusable razors are making a comeback, offering more sustainable alternatives. Dishwasher vs. Handwashing: Is your dishwasher more eco-friendly than handwashing? Learn why dishwashers often save more water and energy. Fun Historical Facts:From the invention of the dishwasher by a woman in the 1800s to Marty McFlyâs time-travel adventures, the episode is packed with trivia and insight.Links
Learn more about Eleishaâs refillery and shop: mainlineshift.com Follow Aliâs viral upcycling tips on social media: @tiny_wasteJoin the Conversation
What sustainable habits have you adopted that were popular in the past? Share them with us on social media @OneCanHopePodcast.
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Eleisha and Ali blend humor with heart, sharing personal experiences, vital facts about breast cancer, and thoughtful ways to support loved ones.
Key Takeaways
Breast Cancer Stats: Around 13% of women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Itâs the most common cancer among women, second only to skin cancer. Low-Waste Mammograms: Ali and Eleisha share tips for reducing waste at mammogram appointments, like wearing a button-front shirt and avoiding deodorant beforehand. Bra Drives for a Cause: Learn how to host a bra drive with organizations like I Support the Girls, which collects bras for people experiencing homelessness, cancer, and other challenges. Supporting Loved Ones: The sisters discuss meaningful ways to support someone diagnosed with breast cancerâwhether through unscented personal care products, meal trains, or just a thoughtful text.Links
I Support the Girls Learn more about Eleisha's refillery: mainlineshift.com Follow Aliâs viral upcycling tips: Follow on social media @tiny_wasteJoin the Conversation
Have a breast cancer awareness tip or personal experience? Share it with us on social media @OneCanHopePodcast.
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Eleisha and Ali dive into the world of Halloween costumes, sharing how you can avoid the waste that comes with store-bought costumes. From using items you already have to hosting costume swaps, they explore creative, low-waste ways to dress up without contributing to landfill waste.
Key Takeaways
Plastic in Disguise: Did you know most clothing is made from synthetic fibers like polyester and spandex, which are derived from fossil fuels? They can take centuries to break down. Creative DIY Costumes: Ali and Eleisha share fun and easy costume ideas using things you probably already ownâno sewing skills required! Costume Swaps: Learn how to set up your own community or neighborhood costume swap to keep costumes out of the trash and in circulation. Funny Throwbacks: The sisters reflect on their familyâs creative costume making legacy, including some hilarious past costumes.Links
How Fast Fashion Is Destroying the Planetâ â Halloween Spending Soarsâ â Halloween Clothing & Costumes Surveyâ Fab Scrap: An organization that helps sort and recycle textile waste. Learn more about Eleishaâs refillery and shop: mainlineshift.com Follow Aliâs upcycling tips on social media: @tiny_wasteJoin the Conversation
Have a creative costume idea or want to share your own low-waste tips? Join us on social media @OneCanHopePodcast.
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In their first official episode, Eleisha and Ali share eye-opening facts about waste while offering practical tips for reducing environmental impact, including composting and creative ways to make celebrations more sustainable.
Key Takeaways
Scary Waste Facts: Did you know the average American produces 5 pounds of waste per day? Or that thereâs enough clothing on Earth to dress six future generations? Halloween Tips: From low-waste party ideas to making your own spooky decorations with items you already have, this episode is packed with ways to celebrate sustainably. Composting is a Game Changer: Reducing food waste through composting can make a huge impactâand itâs easier than you think! The Joy of Low-Waste Living: Ali and Eleisha share how adopting a low-waste lifestyle can spark creativity, save money, and be a lot of fun.Links
Scary Fact #1 Scary Fact #2 Scary Fact #3 Scary Fact #4 Scary Fact #5 Learn more about Eleisha's refillery: mainlineshift.com Watch Aliâs viral upcycling tips on social media: @tiny_wasteJoin the Conversation
Got a spooky low-waste tip or question? Share it with us on social media @OneCanHopePodcast.
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Join sisters Eleisha and Ali as they share over a decade of low-waste living experience in One Can Hope, blending expert tips with humor as they explore practical ways to live sustainably. Offering optimism and easy, actionable steps, the podcast helps listeners make greener choices without sacrificing comfort or fun.
