Best Jo Salter Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 42 - From Field to Fashion: Sustainable Leather in the UK with Alice Robinson and Sara Grady 53:36

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🎙 Where Does It Come From? Podcast Episode 42: From Field to Fashion: Sustainable Leather in the UK 🐄🌱 In this episode, host Jo Salter, founder of ethical clothing brand Where Does It Come From? delves into the fascinating world of leather with special guests Sara Grady and Alice Robinson, co-founders of British Pasture Leather. Leather is often a …

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Episode 41 Bringing Natural Dyes to the Mainstream with Amber Fry and Hamza Zaidi 57:45

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🎧 Where Does It Come From? Podcast: Exploring Natural Dyes with Amber Fry and Hamza Zaidi! 🎧 In this episode, Jo Salter—your host and founder of the sustainable fashion social enterprise Where Does It Come From?—is joined by two experts in the world of natural dyes, Amber Fry and Hamza Zaidi, for a fascinating discussion on the growing movement to …

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Episode 40 Haircare that's Kind2 You AND the Planet - with Sue Campbell 51:13

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Welcome to episode 40 of the Where Does It Come From? podcast. In this episode your host, Jo Salter, founder of ethical clothing social enterprise Where Does It Come From? chats with Sue Campbell. Sue is the founder of Kind2, creating haircare that brings you great hair with zero plastic. Your dog can also benefit - there's a doggy shampoo bar avai…

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Episode 39 - The Nettle Dress with Allan Brown (part 2) 31:40

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'The Nettle Dress' is a film documenting 7 years of Allan Brown's journey foraging for nettles, designing, spinning, weaving and finally sewing a dress made entirely of nettles. The film has been released widely in the UK and beyond during 2023 to awards and positive reviews, including: 'An exquisite, inspiring film' Sir Mark Rylance 'One of the be…

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Episode 38 - Grow Your Own Clothes with Allan Brown (part 1) 44:26

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Welcome to episode 38 of the Where Does It Come From? Podcast. I’m Jo Salter, your podcast host, and founder of ethical clothing brand Where Does It Come From? In this episode I'm chatting with Allan Brown, a local and natural fibre enthusiast based in Brighton, and star of the film 'The Nettle Dress' which has been showing in cinemas around the UK…

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Episode 37 Creating the UK's first 100% recycled sock brand - Socko with Emma Mathews 45:44

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Welcome to the latest episode of the Where Does It Come From? podcast! In this episode, your host Jo Salter, founder of the ethical textiles brand Where Does It Come From?, sits down with Emma Mathews, the pioneering mind behind Socko, the UK's first 100% recycled sock brand. Join Jo and Emma as they embark on a fascinating journey into the world o…

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Episode 36 Delivering Regenerative Textiles for Business with Vanessa Barker 50:05

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Join host Jo Salter on this enlightening episode of "Where Does It Come From?" as she sits down with Vanessa Barker, founder of Papillon Bleu, to explore the fascinating world of regenerative textiles. Vanessa shares her journey into sustainable fashion and the mission behind Papillon Bleu—a platform dedicated to promoting regenerative textiles and…

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Episode 35 - Balancing Acts: Navigating CSR, PR and Greenwashing with Sangeeta Waldron 48:54

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In this episode of the Where Does It Come From? podcast, your host Jo Salter, founder of ethical textiles brand Where Does It Come From?, engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Sangeeta Waldron, an accomplished and multi-award-winning Public Relations professional. Jo, recently shortlisted as a finalist in the Great British Entrepreneur Awa…

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Episode 34 - Co-creating a Brand - Sanja Stories Regenerative Denim Jeans 34:14

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Welcome back to the Where Does It Come From? podcast after our summer break. In this special episode, we're diving into an exciting project that brings together five passionate individuals to create something truly unique – Sanja Stories, a regenerative jeans brand. Over the past year, as part of the Ecosystem Incubator, we've poured our time, ener…

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Episode 33 - From Paddles to Poop: A Kayaker’s Climate Change Journey around Greenland - with Mike Keen 31:44

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Welcome to the Where Does It Come From? Podcast, hosted by Jo Salter, founder of Where Does It Come From? – a social enterprise dedicated to kind clothes that tell tales. Where Does It Come From? believes in the power of transparency and ethical sourcing, ensuring that every garment has a unique story behind it, connecting consumers with the people…

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Episode 32 - A Dive Into Doughnut Economics With Erinch Sahan 1:00:36

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Welcome to the Where Does It Come From? podcast where podcast host and social enterprise founder Jo Salter chats with a wide range of guests who are focused on creating positive change. Jo founded ethical clothing business Where Does It Come From? in 2013 to create kind clothes that tell tales. She is also a director of Khadi London, a regenerative…

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Episode 31 Telling Producer Stories Through Technology with Ali Nourbakhsh 55:02

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A growing number of people want to know where the items they use in their life come from - who made them and the impacts on people and planet. The ethical market is growing. In the UK ethical sales and investments grew by over 34% in 2021 and the trend looks set to continue. Businesses know that that customers are increasingly driven by their value…

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Episode 30 - Changing Cotton - Regenerative Farming and Partnership Value Chains with Aneel Kumar Ambavaram 59:53

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Cotton is often criticized as being unsustainable, polluting and water thirsty. However the truth is far more complex and such messaging is usually confused by the mass production and genetic modification that is a part of the current 'fast fashion' system. Cotton has been farmed for fabric for thousands of years and supported livelihoods for farme…

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Episode 29 Creating a Gift Brand that supports artisans and heritage - Ethiqana with Arshad Khalid 44:16

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Most of us still purchase gifts from time to time, even during a cost of living crisis and an environmental crisis. So how can we turn this to good effect and ensure that the gifts we choose are helping to ensure positive outcomes for the people who made them and the planet? Growing up in India Arshad Khalid was struck by the differences between ar…

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Episode 28 - Talking Sustainable Periods with Christine McRitchie 41:30

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Around half of the population will have monthly periods at some point in their life. There's a growing recognition of the waste produced by period products - sanitary towels, tampons etc - which end up in landfill. In recent years there has been a growing awareness of sustainability in period product choice with options such as moon cups, re-usable…

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Episode 27 Green funerals: embedding sustainability at end of life with Claire Lyons and Simon Holden 41:43

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Living more sustainably is something many of us feel passionate about, but how do we embed our values at those most challenging times? In this episode we are discussing a sensitive topic, exploring the area of bereavement and how we balance grief with our personal values. Where Does It Come From? founder Jo Salter discusses the topic with guests Cl…

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Episode 26 - Going Away for Good - Sustainable Tourism with Vicky Smith 57:13

2+ y ago57:13

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Here we are in January! This month contains so-called 'Blue Monday' and is the time of year when many of us plan and book our holidays for the year. We all need something to look forward to! However there are hidden downsides to many of the trips we book, which can cause negative impacts to the communities and the environment in the places we are v…

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Episode 25 Talking Ethical Fashion the Birdsong way with Susanna Wen 42:57

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Fast fashion is one of the most polluting industries on the planet, with high use of plastic, hazardous chemicals and waste as well as slave wages and hazardous working conditions for farmers and workers. In this episode Where Does It Come From? founder and podcast host Jo Salter chats with fellow ethical fashion entrepreneur Susanna Wen of Birdson…

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Episode 24 Shop Ethical Instead - with Sian Conway-Wood (#ShopEthicalInstead) 33:16

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#ShopEthicalInstead is a positive alternative to Black Friday - encouraging people to support small, ethical and sustainable businesses throughout the holiday season. In this episode of the Where Does It Come From? podcast, host Jo Salter chats with Sian Conway-Wood, founder of #EthicalHour and organiser of the #ShopEthicalInstead marketing campaig…

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Episode 23 - Growing UK Hemp for Fibre with Claire O’Sullivan and Kitty Wilson Brown 41:48

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We're all becoming increasingly aware of the need to move away from fast fashion, plastic based fabrics and clothing waste. A key way to make the move is by re-exploring heritage fabrics and production methods, aiming for a much more considered approach to the clothes we wear. Hemp as a fibre has a long history in the UK going back thousands of yea…

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Episode 22 The Actor and the Spinner - exploring Gandhi’s values in theatre and life, with Paul Bazely and Asha Buch 52:05

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Think of Gandhi and he is likely to be wearing his simple white robe. This was khadi - a traditional handspun fabric traditional to India and promoted by Gandhi as part of his movement. Where Does It Come From? is proud to have supplied fabrics for the current production of 'The Father and The Assassin' by Anupama Chandrasekhar, a play about Gandhi…

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Episode 21 - Becoming a B Corp with Sarah Jordan of Y.O.U Underwear 51:47

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B Corp is a growing movement of businesses that are certified to meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability. There are now over 4900 B Corps in 79 countries. But what is a B Corp and why go through the rigorous process to be accredited as one? In this episode of the Where Does It Come From? podcast …

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Episode 20 Offsetting - Does it help or hinder as we tackle a climate emergency? with Will Richardson and Jarvis Smith 48:17

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We know that we are now in a 'code red' for humanity. Reducing carbon outputs is a vital part of our strategy to tackle the climate emergency. Carbon offsetting is way that businesses, governments and individuals can pay a contribution to an environmental project to make up for carbon that they are generating. For example paying to plant a tree to …

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Episode 19 Ask the Expert - Why are energy prices rising and how does green energy fit in? With John Taylor 25:37

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Energy Prices in the UK are rising dramatically - the energy price cap in the UK will rise 54% from April - and many people are anxious. At the same time we are aware of the impacts of fossil fuels on our planet and are working for less reliance on coal and natural gas. In this episode of the Where Does It Come From? podcast, Jo Salter asks energy …

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Episode 18 Plastic Free Manningtree - Community Activism with Bekki Bibko 41:15

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We hear a great deal about the actions we can take as individuals and the changes required from government and big business - both vital if we are going to combat the climate emergency. We also have vital roles to play as local communities, both to make our communities better and to contribute to wider change. Manningtree in Essex recently earned '…

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Episode 17 - Journalism to Support Change with Georgina Wilson-Powell 56:59

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Media reporting on greener living and the climate emergency can sometimes seem like it's painting a gloomy picture, trivialising or even ignoring the issues altogether. With awareness growing many readers are looking for clear information and guidance. In this podcast episode, Where Does It Come From? social enterprise founder Jo Salter chats with …

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Episode 16 - Shopping for Preloved Fashion with Elene Marsden 36:14

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Second hand doesn't mean second best. Preloved fashion has had a makeover and there's a growing audience who are finding bargains, their own individual style AND saving the planet through wearing clothes that used to be owned by other people. Elene Marsden, known as the Preloved Chica, is a preloved shopping enthusiast and influencer. She'll take y…

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Episode 15 - Green Politics and Activism with Rachel Smith-Lyte 1:16:58

3+ y ago1:16:58

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COP26, the conference hoping to bring the world together to fight the climate emergency, is now over. Media attention has led to a growing awareness of the danger that faces us, although some are still blissfully ignorant. But there are many people who've been focused on 'green issues' for decades - researching, campaigning and now actively protest…

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Episode 14 - Live from COP26 with Will Saunders 36:34

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Are you on top of what's happening at COP26? It's a rollercoaster ride - highs, lows, achievements, concerns. This episode of the Where Does It Come From? podcast is coming live from Glasgow, with Where Does It Come From?'s Jo Salter chatting with Will Saunders who is at COP26 representing the organisation Scientists Warning Europe. Will is Founder…

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Episode 13 - How to be an anti-greenwashing activist with Sian Conway-Wood and Georgina Wilson-Powell 59:07

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We hear a lot about 'greenwashing' but what can we do about it? As citizens and consumers we can all play a role, big or small, in holding companies and leaders to account for the green claims that they are making. This episode is a conversation recorded for Ethical Consumer Week on 21st October 2021. Hosted by Ethicalhour's Sian Conway-Wood and wi…

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Episode 12 Creating a sustainable coffee business that serves customers, farmers and the planet - with Azzouz El-Mahraoui 1:19:51

3+ y ago1:19:51

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Do you love a cup of coffee? If so, you're not alone - coffee is the most popular drink worldwide with around two billion cups consumed every day, according to the British Coffee Association. In this episode host Jo Salter, founder of ethical textiles brand Where Does It Come From?, chats to Azzouz El-Mahraoui, co-founder of Coffeelink. In 2005 Azz…

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Episode 11 Reducing the environmental impact of our online lives - with Vic Stevens 53:40

3+ y ago53:40

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Usually when we consider being green, we think of reducing our consumption. However as we do more and more online - attending meetings, watching videos, digital marketing and more - we are actually growing our consumption of data! Data is unseen but we are using it at quite a rate and this has a big impact on the environment. In this episode our po…

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Episode 10 - Creating Greener and Healthier Communities with Stephen McPeake 37:23

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Most of us do want to live greener, healthier lives but sometimes it just takes a little nudge. Civic Dollars works in partnership with local councils and businesses to incentivise citizens to get out into parks and local spaces - with rewards such as vouchers or discounts. Yes it really is as simple as a walk in the park! In this episode Jo Salter…

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Episode 9 - Moving to Green Energy ... with John Taylor 43:31

3+ y ago43:31

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The recent IPCC report has made it clear that we need to move away from using fossil fuels and reduce our emissions of harmful greenhouse gases. Changing the way we source and use our energy - used for our transport, running our homes and more - can make a huge impact. In this episode of the Where Does It Come From? podcast host Jo Salter talks to …

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Episode 8 - Electric Vehicles - Making The Switch ... With Rebecca Hansen 58:31

3+ y ago58:31

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We all know that reducing our reliance on fossil fuels is key to tackling the climate emergency. Electric Vehicles are often put forward as a solution, with technology and infrastructure improving rapidly. However making the switch to an electric vehicle can seem a large leap - requiring change in behaviour and a learning curve, as well as concerns…

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Episode 7 - Creating Positive Impacts in Africa through Fashion - Paola Masperi 53:25

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The fashion industry is one of the most harmful, both to the people involved and to the planet. So how do we harness fashion for good? In this episode Jo Salter, founder of ethical clothing and textiles business Where Does It Come From? interviews Paola Masperi of Mayamiko. Paola Masperi set up Mayamiko Trust in 2008 as a social enterprise to creat…

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Episode 6 - Fair Trade - Collaboration for Global Good, with Laura Cave 56:50

4y ago56:50

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One of the big challenges with 'stuff' is knowing whether the people involved in creating our products are being paid and treated fairly. Improvements in supply chain transparency are bringing to light abuses such as unsafe working conditions, slave wages and other unacceptable practices. Many consumers are now seeking reassurance that what they bu…

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Episode 5 - Talking Rubbish with Jason Alexander 1:08:01

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This episode of the Where Does It Come From? podcast focuses on what happens to our 'stuff' when we've finished with it. Jason Alexander, Wildlife Gadgetman and founder of Rubbish Walks CIC talks about his litter picking and campaigning role. He also tells us about some of the more unusual rubbish he has collected and his plans to encourage more an…

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Episode 4 - Being Sustainable(ish) - Using Our Everyday Powers To Make Change with Jen Gale 58:13

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Do you feel powerless to make a difference? Does the idea of living more sustainably just fill you with overwhelm? Does everyone else seem to be much better at it than you? You are not alone! Author and Campaigner Jen Gale joins host Jo Salter on the Where Does It Come From? podcast to discuss how we can all make small changes, lose the anxiety and…

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Episode 3 - The Chemicals in our Clothes with Peter Gorse 59:42

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Did you know that chemicals are routinely added to our clothing and other textiles? Most of these chemicals - synthetic or otherwise - are not harmful but just a few could be, so how are they monitored and who is checking? In this episode we hear from textile researcher Peter Gorse about some of the chemicals and processes used in textile productio…

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Episode 2 - When Does Marketing Become Greenwashing? with Sian Conway-Wood 1:00:25

4y ago1:00:25

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We know that marketing techniques are used to 'persuade' us to buy stuff we don't really need. More recently, as we've become more eco aware, brands are tripping over themselves to persuade us that they are green, a strategy known as 'green washing'. In this episode our host Jo Salter interviews Sian Conway-Wood, a marketing strategist and author, …

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Episode 1 - What it’s really like as an ethical producer in India right now, with Shailini Sheth Amin 44:14

4y ago44:14

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In this first episode of the Where Does It Come From? website, host Jo Salter interviews Indian social entrepreneur Shailini Sheth Amin. Shailini set up Moralfibre Fabrics in Gujarat India to support local artisans in creating ethical, sustainable fabrics and products - the far end of a transparent supply chain. Discussion covers the effects of the…