EP. 23: All Things Circular Podcast - Secondhand Fashion Economy w/ Zahara Biabani In The Loop

In this episode of All Things Circular, host Vic D’Arcy and Damian Polak, dive into the fast-evolving world of secondhand fashion and circular apparel with none other than Zahra Biabani, founder of In The Loop and author of Climate Optimism. From sustainability influencer to climate communicator and now circular economy entrepreneur, Zahra shares her powerful journey into the heart of fashion's most transformative movement.At In The Loop, Zahra is working to reduce friction in the circular apparel economy making secondhand fashion more accessible, intuitive, and impactful with her state of the art conveyor belt system. She discusses how her company is tackling systemic challenges in fashion resale and how digital tools are helping bridge the gap between consumer behavior and sustainable fashion choices.Zahra also opens up about her upcoming book, Climate Optimism, which highlights environmental wins across the globe and calls on us to shift from climate anxiety to climate action. With her signature passion for storytelling and community-centered innovation, Zahra brings a refreshing blend of realism and hope to the sustainability conversation.This episode is packed with insights on fashion waste, sustainable consumer habits, and the powerful role of entrepreneurship in building a more just and circular future. If you're interested in the intersection of fashion, climate action, and innovation, you won’t want to miss this one.Visit our website to learn more: ⁠allthingscircular.com⁠Connect with Damian:https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianpolak/ Connect with Vic: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-d-arcy-aa84b51/ Connect with Zahra Biabani: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zahrabiabani/SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW ALONG!Our podcast focuses mostly on:Circular Economy, Sustainable Living, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly, Recycling, Zero Waste, Environmentalism, Green Economy, Climate Change, Business Sustainability, Waste Management, Renewable Resources, Eco-Innovation, Supply Chain, Business, Circularity, Environmental Impact, Life Cycle Assessment, Upcycling, Downcycling, Closed Loop System, Sustainable Practices, Resource Recovery, Circular Strategies, Podcast, Alternative Materials, Blog, RLA, Reverse Logistics, Liquidations, Closeouts, Ecommerce, Product Sourcing, and more!