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ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
by Tafreed Butt
ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes is a sustainability podcast focused on sustainable fashion, ethical business, conscious living, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Hosted by Tafreed Butt, each episode features founders, designers, educators, activists, and creators sharing authentic stories about slow fashion, circular design, climate awareness, mindful consumption, and personal growth. From fast-fashion's impact to building ethical brands, ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes delivers practical insights, inspiration, and honest conversations that are shaping the future of fashion and sustainability.
Episodes
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I Thrift, Then I Sell: Jess’s Sustainable Wardrobe Rules.
Jess Georg shares how thrifting, Poshmark and a simple "hanger rule" changed the way she shops and builds her wardrobe. From a fringe suede jacket found at a friend's family estate sale to her three rules for staying stylish, this is a quick, honest chat about sustainable fashion you can actually...
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The Personal Brand Foundation Every Entrepreneur Needs
Building a sustainable brand is hard. Building one while balancing life, motherhood, and business? Even harder.This is a real founder conversation.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Liza Kozakova, founder of Vault Urban, for an honest and insightful conversation...
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The 48-Hour Rule That Will Change How You Shop | Julia Eichert On Mindful Fashion
Most shopping decisions are emotional.This one rule could completely change your wardrobe and your mindset.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Julia Eichert, sustainable stylist and founder of The Munich Stylist, for a powerful conversation about conscious fashion,...
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Finding Confidence When Society Says You're Not Enough
What if your fear of rejection is the very thing holding back your purpose?This conversation explores courage, sustainability, and finding your authentic voice.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Rachel for a deeply human conversation about overcoming fear,...
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Can Nature Teach You How To Build A Better Life?
From fashion runways to ocean waves, this conversation is about purpose, resilience, and impact.A powerful episode on sustainable living and creating a meaningful legacy.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Priscilla Gettys, model, filmmaker, and sustainability...
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The day she stopped surfing and started fighting back
She started on the runway… then the ocean changed everything.A powerful conversation about fashion, sustainability, and environmental responsibility.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Donna Lopez, model, educator, and ocean advocate, for a meaningful conversation...
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Can Fashion Be High-Performance And Truly Sustainable?
Sustainable fashion sounds inspiring… until you try building it.This conversation reveals what ethical fashion really takes behind the scenes.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Liza Kozakova, founder of Vault Urban, for an in-depth conversation on sustainable...
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Fashion Quality Is Dying | Here's What To Do Instead
What if the most sustainable fashion choice is already hanging in your closet?This episode will completely change how you think about style.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Julia Eichert, renowned sustainable stylist, former master tailor, and founder of The...
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Your Voice Matters Even When It Doesn't Feel That Way
What if overconsumption isn’t about shopping… but about connection?This conversation goes far deeper than fashion.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt explores a thought-provoking conversation around sustainable fashion, intentional living, emotional well-being, creativity, and...
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Can Nature Change The Way You Create And Live?
Fashion is more than looking good. It’s about the impact you leave behind.A powerful conversation on sustainability, creativity, and purpose.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes Season 2, Tafreed Butt sits down with Priscilla Gettys, model, filmmaker, and sustainability advocate, for an…
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Can One Moment In Nature Change How You Live Forever?
She started in fashion… but the ocean changed everything.A powerful conversation on sustainability, fashion, and protecting our planet.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Donna Lopez, model, sustainability advocate, and environmental educator, for a meaningful...
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From IT To Sustainable Fashion Founder | Liza Kozakova On Building An Ethical Brand
She left the tech world to build a sustainable fashion brand.But ethical entrepreneurship is harder than most people think.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Liza Kozakova, founder of Vault Urban, for an honest conversation about sustainable fashion,...
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Do You Really Need New Clothes To Reinvent Your Style?
What if your best outfits are already in your closet?This conversation will change how you think about fashion forever.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Julia Eichert, Munich-based sustainable stylist and founder of The Munich Stylist, for a deep conversation on...
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Is Overconsumption Actually Linked To Loneliness?
What if overconsumption isn’t just a shopping problem… but an emotional one?This conversation connects fashion, climate activism, and human behavior.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt explores a powerful conversation around fashion, sustainability, climate awareness, and…
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Model To Sustainability Advocate | Priscilla Gettys On Fashion, Surfing & Legacy
What happens when fashion meets purpose?A conversation about sustainability, creativity, and leaving a meaningful legacy.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes Season 2, Tafreed Butt sits down with Priscilla Gettys, model, filmmaker, and sustainability advocate, for a powerful conversation on...
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From Model To Ocean Advocate | Donna Lopez On Sustainability & Fashion
One moment in the ocean changed everything.From fashion modeling to environmental advocacy.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Donna Lopez, a model and ocean advocate, to discuss her journey from the fashion industry into sustainability and ocean conservation.Donna...
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Sustainable Fashion Startup: The Brutal Truth About Sourcing
She left a decade in IT to build a sustainable fashion brand.This is what ethical entrepreneurship really looks like.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Liza Kozakova, co-founder of Vault Urban, to unpack her incredible journey from Russia to the UK, from tech to...
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Your Best Outfits Might Already Be In Your Closet
Can sustainable fashion transform your wardrobe without buying anything new? 🌿 Discover how sustainable styling helps you reinvent your personal style using clothes you already own. In this inspiring episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Julia Eichert, also known as The...
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How To Shop Sustainably Without Being Perfect
In this Webisode, Tafreed sits down with Aika and Alexis, two sustainability creators who keep it real about what ethical fashion actually looks like in everyday life.We get into the truth about trends and FOMO, why brands push urgency on purpose, how greenwashing shows up in marketing, and how...
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Microplastics In Your Closet Are Killing The Ocean
Most people never stop to ask a simple question: Are my clothes harming the ocean?In this Webisode, Dana Lopez, environmental consultant, former international model, and ocean advocate, breaks down the hidden connection between fashion, synthetic fabrics, and environmental impact. From...
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Thrifting Changed Everything: How Jess Built Style, Saved Money & Reduced Waste
In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, we sit down with Jessica Georg (aka @GrayBarndoor), a longtime art teacher and secondhand fashion advocate who turned a simple Poshmark listing into a mindset shift that changed how she shops, styles, and lives.Jess shares how reselling on Poshmark helped…
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Why Gen Z Is Lost In Aesthetic Trends
In this Webisode, we sit down with Milan-based personal stylist Csenge Herpai to uncover what personal style actually means, beyond trends, aesthetics, and social media noise.From moving to Italy with two suitcases and no job to building a personal styling brand rooted in identity, presence, and...
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The Knowledge Gap Keeping Companies Stuck on Sustainability
In this ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes episode, Tafreed Butt sits down with Helena Mansell-Stopher, Founder of Products of Change (POC) and self-named “Chief Connector,” to break down how industries can reduce environmental impact by focusing on what Helena calls the real engine of sustainability:...
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The Woman Revolutionizing Ethical Fashion in Africa | Overconsumption, Exploitation, Sustainability
In this Webisode, Tafreed Butt sits down with Grace Achieng, founder of Gracelandic—a niche women’s slow fashion brand based in Iceland, rooted in Kenya, and evolving into an impact-driven ecosystem where fashion meets sustainability, innovation, and technology.Grace breaks down what “People,...
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Chronic Stress Feels Normal Now, But It Doesn't Have To
Modern life has made stress feel normal. Even when nothing is technically wrong, many people live in a constant state of pressure, anxiety, and mental noise.In this first-ever ZÁY SHEEN After Hours episode, Tafreed sits down with Wholistic Tania to explore the hidden connection between inner...
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Priscila Guedes on Sustainable Fashion, Modeling & Building a Human-Centered Industry
n this Webisode, we sit down with Priscila Guedes for a deep, honest conversation on sustainable fashion, modeling, and the human responsibility behind the industry. From navigating beauty standards to advocating for ethical production and cultural awareness, Priscila shares how lived experience,...
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Dressing Better on a Budget: The Secondhand Strategy
In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed sits down with April Perrin, a sustainable fashion stylist, content creator, and advocate for intentional shopping, to break down why so many people feel stuck in the cycle of buying clothes but still feeling like they have “nothing to wear.” April...
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Clothing Swaps vs. Thrift Hauls | Which One Actually Works? | Norbyah Nolasco
In Season 2, Episode 2 of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, I’m joined by Norbyah Nolasco, a high school teacher based in Hong Kong and a sustainable style creator who’s all about restyling, rewaring, and making fashion more circular.We talk about what secondhand really means in 2026, especially when…
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Fashion Designers Face Their Biggest Challenge Yet
Season 2 starts with a builder’s mindset. In this Webisode, Tafreed Butt sits down with Jack B. Wiese, Founder & CEO of On The Bias, a fashion design and production platform focused on improving the back-end infrastructure of the fashion industry.If you’re a designer, brand owner, or manufacturer...
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From Ecology to Advocacy ft. Lina Sutha | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
Some conversations stay with you long after they end. This episode is one of those. It’s about curiosity, lived experiences, and the small choices that quietly shape who we become and how we show up in the world.In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, host Tafreed Butt sits down with Lina Sutha…
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Dress Better, Waste Less | Conscious Fashion with Michelle Winn | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
In this insightful episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed Butt sits down with Michelle Winn, a self-taught fashion designer, secondhand boutique owner, and founder of Emmy’s Label, to explore sustainability, creativity, and the realities of building a conscious fashion brand.Michelle shares her...
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From IT Analyst to Sustainable Fashion Innovator ft. Liza Kazakova | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
In this inspiring Webisode, Liza Kazakova, co-founder of the sustainable fashion brand Võld Urban, sits down with host Tafreed Butt to share her remarkable journey from the IT industry to building one of London’s rising circular-fashion brands.Liza opens up about her transition from project...
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From Cancer Survivor to YouTube ft, Maureen Peeler | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
In this engaging conversation, Maureen, a cervical cancer survivor and YouTube content creator, shares her inspiring journey from battling cancer to empowering others through her channel. She discusses the importance of health awareness, the impact of community support, and her passion for...
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The Journey of Thrift the District ft, Stephanie Hernandez | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
In this episode, Stephanie Hernandez shares her journey from social work to founding Thrift the District, a sustainable fashion company. She discusses her experiences in social work and therapy, emphasizing the importance of personal style and sustainability. Stephanie provides valuable tips on...
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Fashion's Role in Sustainability with Sybil Stewart | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
In this engaging conversation, Sybil Stewart, a brand architect and sustainability advocate, discusses the importance of sustainable branding across various industries, particularly fashion and hospitality. She explains the concept of greenwashing, the significance of ethical production, and how...
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From Corporate to Creator Sewing a New Path with Katrina Lashmar | ZÁY SHEEN
In this engaging conversation, Katrina Lashmar shares her journey from corporate life to becoming a full-time content creator focused on sewing and fashion. She emphasizes the importance of sustainability in her work and discusses the challenges and rewards of creating content on platforms like...
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The Art of Up-cycling with Julia Van Almsick | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
In this conversation, Julia, a personal stylist from Munich, discusses her approach to sustainable fashion, emphasizing the importance of utilizing what is already in one's closet. She explains her process of working with clients to enhance their personal style while promoting sustainability...
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Exploring Sustainable Tourism with Cassidy Wilson | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
In this conversation, Cassidy Wilson shares her experiences and insights on sustainable tourism and solo traveling. She discusses her journey from her first solo trip to Aruba to her aspirations to move abroad and work in sustainable tourism. Cassidy emphasizes the importance of building…
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How Science Meets Sustainable Fashion? | Dr. Heather Masson-Forsythe
What happens when a scientist, storyteller, and sustainability advocate teams up with fashion to reimagine the industry’s future?In this episode, Tafreed (host & founder of ZÁY SHEEN) sits down with Dr. Heather Masson-Forsythe, scientist, communicator, and founder of Communitique, to explore how...
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Slow Threads, Loud Impact | Real Talk Behind Building a Conscious Brand | ft, Shaina Munro
What does it really take to build a sustainable fashion brand in a fast-fashion world? In this episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, Tafreed sits down with Shaina, founder of Arlo and Olive, for an honest conversation about the joys and challenges of running a slow fashion brand.🎧 In this episode,...
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Happy Feet & Ethical Threads: The Ghanaian Path to Sustainable Fashion | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
What does it take to build a sustainable fashion brand in Ghana—and what lessons can the world learn from it? 🌍In this episode, Tafreed (host & founder of ZÁY SHEEN) sits down with Samuel Kumi-Gyau, Ghanaian climate advocate, entrepreneur, and founder of Gold Coast Tokota—a sustainable footwear...
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Sustainability as a Lifestyle: Fashion, Family & Self Care | Sheridonna Wilson
What if sustainability was more than a trend — but a lifestyle, built one small choice at a time?In this episode, Tafreed (host & founder of ZÁY SHEEN) sits down with Sheridonna Wilson, fashion designer, CEO of Sheridonna Designs, and founder of the Unity Fashion Institute Foundation (UFI). From...
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From Fast Fashion to Future Threads | The Sustainable Latina™ Story 🌱
What happens when a fashion designer who once created for icons like Prince and Janet Jackson walks away from the glitz of fast fashion to fight for the planet?In this powerful episode, we sit down with Clementina Martínez-Masarweh — The Sustainable Latina™, a fashion disruptor, artist, and...
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Fashion With Purpose: Sustainability, Inclusivity & Creativity | feat by, Azucena Morales
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Azucena Morales, founder of Lillium Flos, to explore how fashion can be both sustainable and inclusive. From her cultural roots and personal journey to designing adaptive garments and upcycling fabrics, Azucena proves that style can empower, uplift, and...
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The Psychology of Buying - Why We Keep Shopping? | feat by, Aleksandra Wlodarczyk
💡 If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why do I keep shopping when I don’t need more clothes?” – this episode is for you.In this episode, we sit down with Aleksandra Wlodarczyk – a fashion industry veteran with over 20 years of experience, from fast fashion sourcing in Bangladesh and Turkey to…
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The rise of Vegan Luxury Shoe Fashion feat. Desirée Dupuis | VOES & CO.
In this episode, we sit down with Desirée Dupuis, visionary founder of VOES & CO., the vegan leather footwear brand redefining what it means to create fashion without compromise. 🌿👟 Featured in Forbes, Desirée has been called the “Nike of Vegan Fashion,” proving that style, sustainability, and...
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From 5 Fabric Types to Fashion Innovation feat, by Natasha Nogan | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
In this inspiring conversation, we sit down with Natasha Nogan, a sustainable fashion pioneer with 20+ years of experience, to explore how fabrics, culture, and ethics shape the future of fashion.✨ What you’ll discover in this episode:Natasha’s journey from sewing at age 7 to founding Benu...
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From Fast Fashion to Conscious Living | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes x Tyler Chanel 🌿
In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Chanel, sustainability advocate, content creator, thrifter, and conscious mother, to explore her inspiring journey from modeling in the fast fashion world to embracing an eco-conscious lifestyle. ✨ What you’ll hear in this conversation:♻️ Tyler’s powerful...
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Rewear, Rethink, Revolutionize: The Power of Mindful Fashion | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes ft. Jenna Flood
In this inspiring episode of ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, host Tafreed Butt sits down with sustainable fashion advocate Jenna Flood to explore the power of rethinking the way we dress.From her early days as a minimalist fashion content creator to becoming a voice for slow, conscious style, Jenna shares…
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Fashion That Feels Like You: Nick on Authentic Style & Ethical Design | ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes
In this episode of the ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes, we sit down with the incredibly creative and thoughtful Nick, a designer whose work blends sustainability, personal identity, and bold self-expression.From their first designs to the journey of moving to NYC, Nick opens up about what fuels their...
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ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes is a sustainability podcast focused on sustainable fashion, ethical business, conscious living, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Hosted by Tafreed Butt, each episode features founders, designers, educators, activists, and creators sharing authentic stories about slow fashion, circular design, climate awareness, mindful consumption, and personal growth. From fast-fashion's impact to building ethical brands, ZÁY SHEEN Webisodes delivers practical insights, inspiration, and honest conversations that are shaping the future of fashion and sustainability.
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