We're switching it up for this episode! This episode is a recording from my interview with Mary and Emma Kingsley of The Good Dirt Podcast.  Check out The Good Dirt here. Follow The Good Dirt on Instagram. Follow Seeking Sustainability on Instagram ..read more

Join me as I chat with the founders of Pajara Pinta, a Colombian lifestyle brand that ethically  produces handmade bags and accessories in partnership with local artisans, indigenous communities and single moms across Latin America. In this episode, we discuss relationships they've built with local indigenous communities, the ways in which growing up in Colombia inspired Pajara Pinta, and more. Follow me on social media: Seeking Sustainability on IG My personal Instagram Follow me on TikTok Explore Pajara Pinta Shop the brand Follow Pajara Pinta on IG ..read more

I'm (finally) back! The last year has been a tumultuous one, and the ups and downs of my life have had a tremendous impact on my perspective on environmentalism- or rather, what it means to "live sustainably".  Stay in touch on Instagram: @seekingsustainability.pod or @julia.blandford ..read more

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, I am joined by Pete Huff, the co-director of the Wallace Center, where he oversees the Resilient Agriculture & Ecosystems Initiative and the Pasture Project. We discuss the importance of regenerative grazing and incorporating livestock into agricultural practices, in addition to how we can reshape agriculture through equity, community, and respect for the land.  Learn more about Pasture Project at pastureproject.org Follow the Wallace Center on Instagram: @wallace.center Interested in staying connected? Follow the podcast on IG: @seekings ..read more

Welcome to episode TWENTY of the podcast! In this episode, I chatted with Sarah Bengtsson, founder of Money Meets Soul, about sustainable investing.  Follow Sarah:  Instagram: @moneymeetssoul Check out Sarah's website Top Sustainable ETFs: Free Download here Follow the podcast's Instagram: @seekingsustainability_podcast Follow my personal Instagram: @julia.blandford ..read more

Hello pals! This episode of Seeking Sustainability features Jesse Smith, the Director of Land Stewardship at White Buffalo Land Trust.  About Jesse: "Jesse is the Director of Land Stewardship and is guiding the development of our flagship farm as well as working with our team, contractors, and partners to grow the land under our management and the impact in our community. His passion and expertise in agricultural system design and community engagement are a cornerstone of our strategy to achieve a systemic paradigm shift towards a regenerative food economy and ecology."  Follow me on ..read more

It is an undeniable fact that although social media isn't all sunshine and roses, it does have some incredible perks- including being able to connect with so many amazing people from around the world! In this episode, I chatted (and laughed- a lot) with one of my Instagram pals, Heizal Nagginda. Heizal runs an organization called Climate Operation, whose aim is to educate youth about climate change and environmentalism, through visits to local schools and activities (like planting trees)! Long story short, Heizal is awesome.  To support Heizal and her work at Climate Operation, follow her ..read more

In this week's episode, I discuss climate and political terminology with environmental educator and activist, Helena Bennett. Click here to check out the post with the terminology that Helena talks about in the episode.  Helena's Instagram: @earthbyhelena Seeking Sustainability's Instagram: @seekingsustainability_podcast  My personal Instagram: @julia.blandford Check out the company I work for, Trace, on Instagram: @traceyourtampon Click here to register for Trace's monthly book club! :)  ..read more

Welcome back, friends! This episode is with Connor Humphreys, who- alongside his wife, Nicole- founded BANDITS Bandanas. BANDITS creates stylish, unique bandanas with original art, and 10% of sales goes to a charity of the artist's choice.  Shop BANDITS at banditsbandanas.com Follow BANDITS on Instagram: @bandits_bandanas Follow Seeking Sustainability on Instagram: @seekingsustainability_podcast Follow my personal Instagram: @julia.blandford ..read more

Hello all! This episode features the lovely Pallavi Pande, "mompreneur" and founder of DTOCS. DTOCS creates a more eco-conscious alternative to disposable tableware by crafting their products from naturally fallen palm leaves. DTOCS products are also microwave safe, can be reused multiple times, AND are 100% garden/backyard compostable!  To support DTOCS & learn more about the company:  DTOCS Instagram: @dtocsplates DTOCS Website: https://dtocs.com/ DTOCS on Amazon * To purchase your free sample of DTOCS products: https://dtocs.com/product/sample-kit/ * Use the code DTOCS10 at ..read more