Raquel Sandate and Sam Lopez of Conscious Consumer Collective

*This is audio extracted from the YouTube Series episode 5. In this special Podcasthon 2026 episode of Charge Talk, we're in Austin, Texas, with the co-founders of Conscious Consumer Collective, a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit rooted in sustainable fashion and the circular economy. Join Diana, Sam Lopez, and Raquel Sandate, three women on a mission, as they share the founding story behind Conscious Consumer Collective, the birth of The Houston Clothing Swap, and why sustainable fashion is one of the most powerful tools for environmental change. 🌱 Support the mission & donate here: 👉 https://www.consciousconsumercollecti... And yes, we're doing it all while cruising the streets of Austin in an all-electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz, courtesy of Vanguard Volkswagen in Austin, TX. 🎙️ What we cover: The founding story of Conscious Consumer Collective How the Houston Clothing Swap was born What the circular economy and sustainable fashion really mean Why community-driven sustainability movements create lasting impact 🔗 Connect with Conscious Consumer Collective: 🌐 Website: https://www.consciousconsumercollecti... 📸 Instagram: @consciousconsumercollective 👗 The Houston Clothing Swap: @thehoustonclothingswap