Reducing Plastic One Small Swap at a Time with Me Mother Earth

Living more sustainably does not require perfection, it requires more intention. In this episode of Imagine If, we sit down with Amanda Runkle, founder of Me Mother Earth, a company built on one simple idea: small, everyday changes can create real impact. Amanda shares how a single product (a collapsible straw) grew into a mission-driven business helping households reduce plastic in practical, approachable ways. But this conversation goes deeper than products. We explore the hidden ways plastic shows up in our daily lives—from dental floss to packaging—and how those exposures impact not just the planet, but our health. You’ll also hear an honest take on what sustainability looks like in real life, from running a business to navigating motherhood, and why “progress over perfection” isn’t just a phrase, it’s a necessity. In this episode, we discuss: The surprising health implications of everyday plastic use How to identify greenwashing (and shop more intentionally) Why reusable and sustainable products often cost more—and why they matter Simple, high-impact swaps for your kitchen, bathroom, and daily routine The role of small businesses in driving environmental change How to think about sustainability without overwhelm Resources & Mentions: Me Mother Earth (sustainable products): https://memotherearthbrand.com/ TrashBlitz app (track plastic waste): https://www.5gyres.org/trashblitz Plastic Detox documentary: https://www.netflix.com/title/82074244 Be part of the Bluedot Living community At Bluedot Living, we imagine if people were actually making progress on climate change—because they actually are. Each episode of Bluedot Living Podcast shares stories of people, policies, and projects that prove your choices matter, from micro decisions at home to macro shifts in law and industry. If you want to explore our recipes, products for your home and lifestyle, and read interesting stories, you can find us BluedotLiving.com For daily inspiration you can follow us @Bluedotliving on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluedotliving/