In this episode of The Fairlosophy Podcast, Jackie chats with Camila Gomez Wills a Colombian attorney who dives deep into topics like trafficking, modern slavery, supply chains, sustainability, and so much more. More about Camila Gomez Wills: Camila is a Colombian attorney with experience in program management, stakeholder engagement, and international research. She recently finished a Master's in Public Policy focused on best practices to address modern slavery in global supply chains.  Her longer-term focus is in leading broader sustainability efforts. Connect with Camila: Linkedin ..read more

In this episode of The Fairlosophy Podcast, Jen chats with Katie Schmidt of Passion Lilie to discuss how Passion Lilie came to be. Katie talks about her travels to India, why she started her company, and what it really means to her. More about Katie: Katie Schmidt, is the founder and designer of Passion Lilie, a fair trade and sustainable clothing line with a mission to help artisans empower themselves by creating dignified employment opportunities. Katie is a California native and holds a B.A. in Drama from the University of California, Irvine, and M.S. in Luxury and Fashion Management fro ..read more

It's time to CELEBRATE!! It's been a whole year since the first episode of The Fairlosophy Podcast was launched!! Join Jackie and Jen as they look back at the past year AND make sure to watch their special video highlighting some of the past guests! (link below) *The Fairlosophy Podcast presents: Style Tips from your Favorite Ethical Brands with special guests Angela Melfi and Kara Valentine, founders of Threads Worldwide, Garik Himebaugh, founder of Eco-Stylist, Sica Schmitz founder of Bead and Reel and The Impact Fashion Show, Kate Heihn co-founder of Brookes Collective, and Katy Schlegel ..read more

In this episode we are joined by Heather Seaman, founder of Freehand Market in Saxapahaw, NC. She shares how she came to open this ethical and eco-friendly boutique, and the core values behind it. Jackie and Heather cover various interesting topics and we are sure you will walk away with some new nuggets of knowledge. In this episode: ~ How Jackie and Heather met ~ The 6 categories of Values of Freehand Market ~ Ethically mined crystals ~ Black Lives Movement ~ Helpful tips to being more ethical Connect with Heather and Freehand Market: https://freehandmarket.com/ Instagram:https://www.ins ..read more

Jen chats with Garik Himebaugh, founder of Eco-Stylist, a sustainable marketplace for men. Garik shares his personal journey into the sustainable fashion world. In this episode: ~ It all started at a flea market in Boston. ~ Partnership with Remake. ~ Teen brand suggestions. ~ What is circular fashion? ~ Black Owned Businesses to support. Connect with Garik and Eco-Stylist: https://www.eco-stylist.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourecostylist/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourecostylist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/yourecostylist Black Owned Businesses Mentioned ..read more

In this episode of The Fairlosophy Podcast, Jackie chats with Vegan Danielle, Host of the Vegan Danielle Podcast and animal activist.  Living a Vegan lifestyle since 2015, Danielle dives into why she chose to become Vegan and why it’s the most sustainable diet. In this episode: ~ Danielle and Thyroid Cancer ~ Meat & Dairy are highly acidic ~ The impact of slaughter houses ~ Animal fashion in your closet ~ Taking healthier steps Connect with Vegan Danielle: https://www.vegandanielle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vegan_danielle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vega ..read more

In this episode of The Fairlosophy Podcast, Jackie chats with Monique Ana, founder of Victory Garden Sanctuary.  Monique shares her story of growing up in a group that calls themselves, The Children of God, also known as The Family.  Monique was able to leave this group 25 years ago and speaks about the manipulation and control that was used on it’s members.  **This episode has some sensitive content, so if you have little ones around, it's a good time to grab some headphones. In this episode: ~ The cult group, Children of God ~ What is a flirty fisher? ~ Why Monique was asked ..read more

Welcome to the 22nd episode of The Fairlosophy Podcast featuring Dean Cycon, Founder of Dean's Beans. Dean's Beans is a company founded with social justice being top priority, and Dean and his coffee are the real deal. Learn what goes on behind the scenes in the coffee world, how Fair Trade impacts coffee farmers and their communities. Dean shares his journey from the very beginning. In this Episode: ~ Dean's first non profit "Coffee Kids" ~ Coffee is one of the largest traded commodities today ~ Charity does not equal change. ~ The journey from picking the fruit to brewing the roasted beans ..read more

Meet Rebecca Ballard, Founder and CEO of Maven Women, an ethical fashion brand. Rebecca joins us in this episode of The Fairlosophy Podcast for a chat with Jen.  Being the mom of two little ones, Rebecca tells us about the ups and downs of running a business while being a mother. In this episode: ~ Lawyer turned ethical fashion brand Founder ~ What is Ponte de Roma fabric? ~ Fashion being for real women ~ Visiting India while pregnant Connect with Rebecca and Maven Women: https://mavenwomen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mavenwomen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m ..read more

Jackie chats with Cynthia Luvlee of Shyne San Diego in episode 20. Shyne empowers women that have survived the sex trade, gender violence, domestic violence, and rape. Through Shyne they learn about entrepreneurship and leadership. Cynthia shares all about how this work is creating a better world. In this episode: ~ Survivors are speaking up ~ The partnership between the women ~ Project Seen ~ Stigma around sex trafficking Connect with Cynthia: https://www.shynesd.org/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shynesd/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shynesandiego/   ..read more