Best Planet B Productions Podcasts (2025)

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Community Herbalism in Action: Accessible Ways to Share Plant Medicine & Support Your Neighbors 26:23

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When healthcare becomes unaffordable, food insecurity rises, and communities are struggling, herbalists have a unique power to help. But how do you actually show up without burning out or giving everything away? In this episode, you'll discover simple, accessible ways to share plant medicine in your community—from free herb walks and sliding-scale …

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Earth Observed | Episode 11 | Felix Geremus: Synthetic Data Breaking Barriers in EO 42:12

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In this episode of the Earth Observed Podcast, Sam Warwick had the pleasure of interviewing Felix Geremus, CTO and Co-Founder of Another Earth, a startup focused on creating synthetic data for Earth Observation. Felix shares his unique journey from visual effects to geospatial technology, discussing the role of synthetic data in training AI models,…

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Spotlight: MorningStar Farms -- Leader Making Plant-Based Eating Part of Everyday Life 15:56

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Meet MorningStar Farms — the plant-based pioneer making sustainable eating accessible to everyone — and today’s Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight episode, we explore one of the most important drivers of climate impact and public health: the food we eat every day. Animal agriculture is responsible for up to 14.5% of global green…

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Episode 51 – Why We Need to Stop Global Yawning in the World of Sustainability with Joss Ford from Enviral 1:09:29

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re joined by Joss Ford, founder of Enviral, a B Corp certified marketing agency on a mission to tell stories that truly matter. Joss has grown Enviral into one of the UK’s leading purpose-driven agencies, helping brands not only look sustainable but be sustainable. We’ll explore his journey, what it really means t…

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Semiconductors & Artificial Intelligence w/ Richard Jones 28:43

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James Meadway is away this week but we wanted to leave you with this important conversation from June 2023, directly relevant to the current fears that the AI bubble is about to burst. It's with Richard Jones - professor of materials physics and innovation policy at the University of Manchester, and a fellow at the royal society - and the conversat…

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Greening My... Laundry -- Lower Costs, Cleaner Clothes, Healthier Planet 26:01

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Laundry is one of the most routine parts of daily life — but it’s also one of the biggest hidden contributors to household emissions, plastic waste and water use. From heating water to microplastic pollution, our laundry habits have ripple effects across the planet. In this new episode of the Seeing Green Podcast’s Greening My… series, we uncover h…

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Spotlight: Depop -- Turning Secondhand Into a Cultural Movement 14:10

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Meet Depop — the resale platform turning secondhand into a cultural movement — and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight episode, we explore one of the fastest-growing shifts in sustainable living: the rise of recommerce. The fashion industry is responsible for up to 10% of global carbon emissions and 92 million tons of textile…

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Episode 5: Overshoot LIVE 50:23

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Overshoot affects everything - where do we start? In this bonus episode, a panel of leading climate thinkers and doers discuss the implications of 1.5C overshoot for law, geopolitics, activism, and more. Host Laurie Laybourn is joined by Arlo Brady (Freuds), Olivia Lazard (Berggruen Institute), Harj Narulla (Doughty Street Chambers), and Clover Hog…

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[OVERSHOOT] Episode 5: Overshoot LIVE 50:23

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Overshoot affects everything - where do we start? In this bonus episode, a panel of leading climate thinkers and doers discuss the implications of 1.5C overshoot for law, geopolitics, activism, and more. Host Laurie Laybourn is joined by Arlo Brady (Freuds), Olivia Lazard (Berggruen Institute), Harj Narulla (Doughty Street Chambers), and Clover Hog…

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Get Wild 15:54

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What if the map is the problem? We trade tidy outlines for living curiosity and show how “getting wild” can rescue a flat draft, reroute a stuck project, and even clarify the self that’s been hiding behind a careful plan. Wildness here isn’t chaos. It’s the deeper order you notice when you pause the algorithm, walk into unfamiliar streets, and let …

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The Art of the Call 16:37

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Ever stared down a project while your brain begged for one more option, one more draft, one more “thinking walk”? We’ve been there—on an opera stage with eighty Vikings, in ad studios racing against dawn, and inside a passion project that ballooned into overwhelm. Today we pull those threads together to show how decisive action turns chaos into cre…

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Spotlight: Beco Pets -- Innovating Pet Essentials to Protect the Planet 17:20

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Meet Beco Pets — a pet care company proving that loving our animals and caring for the Earth go paw-in-paw — and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 24. In this Spotlight episode, we turn to an often-overlooked contributor to household emissions and waste: our pets. From food to toys to poop bags, the pet industry generates millions…

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War, Climate Crisis and the Economy w/ Transition Security Project 1:00:15

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Today we are posting a bonus episode recorded by our friends over at Transition Security Project. In this fascinating discussion, former Macrodose guests Laleh Khalili and Thea Riofrancos are joined by Stephen Semler, co-founder of Security Policy Reform Institute, and Ilias Alami, Assistant Professor in the Political Economy of Development at the …

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Earth Observed | Episode 10 | Mike Spaeth: Mapping Minds – Where Geospatial Meets AI Education 33:41

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In this episode of the Earth Observed Podcast, DeepRec.ai's Sam Warwick sits down with Mike Spaeth, Global VP at the United States Artificial Intelligence Institute, to explore the transformative power of AI in the geospatial industry. They delve into the intersection of AI and Earth Observation, discussing how these technologies are reshaping indu…

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Spotlight: Christy Dawn -- Regenerating Fashion from Farm-to-Closet 14:06

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Meet Christy Dawn... a fashion brand redefining what clothing can do for people and the planet and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 22. In this Spotlight episode we turn to apparel, one of the most environmentally damaging industries on Earth yet one of the most powerful levers for restoration when reimagined through a regenerati…

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Episode 50 – Busting the Myths on What It Means to Offer a Truly Natural Consumer Product with Thomas Laird from Salt of the Earth 57:00

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Send us a text In this milestone 50th episode, Jack and Ellie sit down with Thomas Laird, owner of Salt of the Earth. For more than 30 years, the family-run business has been shaking up the deodorant industry with natural, refillable products. Thomas shares why sustainability and profit can go hand in hand, how refillable packaging can cut plastic …

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Will The Budget Be The End Of Starmer? w/ Nicholas Beuret 19:17

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This week on The Curve, James Meadway is joined by Nicholas Beuret - author of Or Something Worse:Why We Need to Disrupt the Climate Transition⁠. Together, they discuss mounting speculation over the upcoming budget and the longevity of Keir Starmer's premiership. In the extended episode, available to Macrodose members on Patreon, they discuss Nicho…

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Greening My... Sneakers -- Lighter Footprint, Cleaner Future 27:21

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Sneakers may seem like an everyday essential — but behind every pair lies an environmental journey that spans raw materials, manufacturing, shipping and, too often, landfill disposal. The global footwear industry produces more than 24 billion pairs of shoes every year, making it one of the most resource-intensive categories in fashion. In this new …

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Spotlight: GoodSAM Foods - Regenerative Eating That’s Good for Farmers, People and Planet 14:10

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Meet GoodSAM Foods — a company reimagining how the global food system can work for farmers, consumers and the planet and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 20. In this Spotlight episode, we turn to food, an industry that touches every life on Earth and holds enormous power to drive climate and social impact. GoodSAM Foods was found…

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Episode 4: Derailment 35:04

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How can we be resilient to what comes next? One of Spain’s worst disasters was driven by climate change. But it ended up boosting climate deniers. This episode explores how to avoid this, what it really means to prepare for a world above 1.5°C, and why governments are clinging to fantasy preparation plans. And we hear the stories of how we can stay…

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#101 Anthony Abbagnano: The Illness That Sparked a Global Breathwork Revolution 1:08:42

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When life brought him to the edge of death, Anthony Abbagnano discovered something extraordinary — the hidden power of breath. From total physical collapse to becoming a global transformation leader, Anthony’s story reveals how conscious breathing can unlock healing, restore balance, and help us reconnect to who we truly are. As the founder of Alch…

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[OVERSHOOT] Episode 4: Derailment 35:04

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How can we be resilient to what comes next? One of Spain’s worst disasters was driven by climate change. But it ended up boosting climate deniers. This episode explores how to avoid this, what it really means to prepare for a world above 1.5°C, and why governments are clinging to fantasy preparation plans. And we hear the stories of how we can stay…

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Spotlight: Thousand Fell – Recyclable Sneakers for a Circular Future 14:40

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Meet Thousand Fell — a sneaker brand redefining what it means to walk lightly on the planet, and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 17. In this Spotlight episode, we turn to footwear — an industry known for its massive footprint yet bursting with opportunity for change. Thousand Fell, based in New York, was founded on a radical but…

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Earth Observed | Episode 9 | Rosalie van der Maas: The Geospatial Paradox 26:58

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🎧 Episode 9 of Earth observed is live! We had the pleasure of catching up with Rosalie van der Maas, Co-Founder and CEO of Ellipsis Drive, about the growing complexities and opportunities in geospatial data. Have a listen to learn more about the unique nature of geospatial data, the importance of interoperability, and the evolving landscape of geos…

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Greening My... Happy Hour - Pouring Purpose into Every Glass 21:36

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Happy hour might be a small ritual, but behind every bottle, can and glass poured lies a complex environmental story. From vineyard to brewery to distillery, our favorite drinks depend on water, energy and agriculture — all of which have a planetary price tag. In this Seeing Green Podcast episode in the Greening My… series, we explore what it means…

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Episode 49 – Why Businesses Must Give People Second Chances with Camilla Marcus-Dew from Amplify Goods 48:17

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Send us a text How can something as simple as washing your hands create ripples of impact in society? In this episode, we sit down with Camilla Marcus-Dew, Co-Founder of Amplify Goods, a 100% women-owned and led UK social enterprise. Amplify Goods makes everyday soaps and suds with extraordinary impact. They are crafted from low-impact, naturally d…

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Is the AI Bubble about to burst? 17:35

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On this week's episode of Macrodose, James Meadway takes a look at: First, with warnings from both the Bank of England and IMF this week, the spectre of the AI bubble bursting is looming larger than ever before (0:35). Second, what should we make of renewed escalation in the US-China trade war (10:24). Subscribe to support the show at patreon.com/M…

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Adaptogens & Nervines: My Go-To Herbs for Stress, Anxiety & Immune Support 31:13

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If your nervous system has been feeling fried lately — you’re not alone. In this episode of The Herbalist’s Path, I’m sharing the herbal allies that have truly carried me through this season of uncertainty and overwhelm. We’ll chat about my favorite adaptogens and nervines for calming anxiety, easing tension, rebuilding resilience, and supporting t…

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Episode 3: The Minsky Moment 31:40

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What do the people in charge think is going to happen? Sue Owen was enjoying her retirement until she asked her pension fund what it thought catastrophic climate change would do to the economy. Not very much, according to them. This episode follows the campaigners and experts uncovering how pension funds, governments, and the other people in charge…

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[OVERSHOOT] Part 3: The Minsky Moment 31:40

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What do the people in charge think is going to happen? Sue Owen was enjoying her retirement until she asked her pension fund what it thought catastrophic climate change would do to the economy. Not very much, according to them. This episode follows the campaigners and experts uncovering how pension funds, governments, and the other people in charge…

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Spotlight: La Crosse Distilling Co. - Organic Spirits, Local Roots 12:20

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Meet La Crosse Distilling Co. — crafting spirits true to their Driftless roots, and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 10. In this Spotlight episode, we turn to spirits — an industry steeped in tradition yet increasingly ripe for reinvention. La Crosse Distilling Co., founded in 2018 in Wisconsin’s scenic Driftless Region, built it…

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Earth Observed | Episode 8 | Muthu Kumar: Code and Community - Building the Future of Geospatial Together 35:44

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In this episode of Earth Observed, DeepRec.ai's Sam Warwick caught up with Muthu Kumar, Co-founder of Geoawesome, to hear his unique insights into the evolution of geospatial technology, the challenges faced by the industry, and the importance of community building. A huge thank you to Muthu for joining us! Make sure to check out the incredible Geo…

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Episode 48 – Can Imperfect Veg Fix Our Broken Food System? with Emilie Vanpoperinghe from Oddbox 50:11

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By Jack and Ellie Good

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Meal kits have become a staple in many households, promising convenience, variety, and fewer last-minute grocery runs. But how do these subscription boxes stack up when it comes to sustainability? In this Seeing Green Podcast episode in the Greening My… series, we dig into how meal kits can help — and sometimes hinder — greener living. We cover: Th…