Millennials Gone Circular

What if one of the most powerful climate actions you can take… starts on your plate?In this episode, we’re diving into the world of food loss and food waste with filmmaker and sustainability advocate Vivian Davidson-Castro. From farm to fork, we unpack how and why food is lost or wasted across the supply chain, and what it really means for people, planet, and profit.Spoiler alert: if food waste were a country, it would be the third largest emitter of greenhouse gases globally. Yep, let that sink in.Together, we explore:The difference between food loss and food waste (and why it matters)How modern food systems became so disconnectedWhy most food waste actually happens at homeWhat circular food systems look like in practiceSimple, realistic actions you can take today to become a “food hero”We also chat about Food Synergy, Vivian’s documentary exploring food waste across all seven stages of the supply chain, and why storytelling is such a powerful tool for driving change.This is one of those episodes that might just change the way you look at your fridge, your leftovers, and your weekly shop.References & Resources:Food Synergy documentaryTrue Price - understanding the real cost of products beyond the price tagNational Zero Waste Council (Canada)Food recovery organisations mentioned:Susgrainable - turning spent grain into flourFloating Farm Rotterdam - circular urban agriculture in action

In this 13th episode of Millennials Gone Circular, we’re having a little chat about the magic of circular design, and why it’s one of the most powerful tools we have to reimagine business, products and systems for a regenerative future.Our guest, Anne Raudaskoski, is a pioneer in circular design and the founder of RE-Generous Unlimited. She’s also the author of Circular Strategies for Success, a practical guide to shifting from linear to circular models across business, product and customer experience development.Anne explains more about what circular design means, why design thinking has to being with understanding your customer, the Jobs to Be Done framework and how to apply it, how values and mindset are central to circular transitions, and more! “If nothing in your mindset changes, then probably nothing changes.”Resources & LinksAnne Raudaskoski on LinkedInCircular Strategies for Success – BookRE-Generous Unlimited

In this special Q&A edition, Caitlyn and Said respond to questions submitted by our listeners. Our listeners want to know more about redefining the purpose of business, exploring how beekeeping fits into a circular economy and how to live more circularly. Have a question for a future episode?We’d love to hear from you. Send us a voice note or message via our socials or email us at [email protected] by: Caitlyn Socwell and Said FadylProduced by The Waste Not SpotMillennials Gone Circular is a production of The Waste Not Spot. The Waste Not Spot recognises the many traditional landowners around the world and their continued stewardship of our planet. We pay our respects and offer our deepest gratitude.Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn: @TheWasteNotSpot

Here comes EP11 of Millennials Gone Circular! Angelica and Caitlyn sat down with Claudia Guerreiro of Conscious Marketing Movement to chat more about the power that marketing holds in shaping our world for the better. We look into how storytelling, branding and consumer psychology can either reinforce extractive systems or be a way forward for sustainability. We discuss: What conscious marketing is (and isn't)Why traditional marketing works against sustainability goalsHow to spot manipulative greenhushing and greenwashing tacticsExamples of conscious marketing in actionWhy we need marketers who are willing to speak up and act as agents of changeThis episode is a must-listen for anyone working in comms, branding, marketing or content, or anyone who's ever felt a little uneasy about the messages we absorb each and every day. "We don't need a handful of people doing zero waste perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly" - Anne-Marie Bonneau (Zero Waste Chef)Resources & Links MentionedClaudia Guerreiro on LinkedInConscious Marketing Movement WebsiteConscious Marketing by Carolyn Tate – Buy the bookPlastic Change Denmark Ad – “Toxicity” SpoofDanone “Dear Alice” AdTake ActionReflect on the marketing messages you consume: Do they align with your values?If you’re a communicator or creator, ask: How can I use my platform to inspire real change?Share this episode with your favourite comms colleague or ethical brand

In this episode 10 of Millennials Gone Circular, we’re slowing down a bit to explore a different kind of transformation: the one that starts within ourselves!Join co-hosts Caitlyn, Angelica and Said as they get stuck into:What values are, why they matter and how they shape our worldviews, behaviours and sustainability actionsThe concept of value priming and how messaging impacts what we care aboutThe Inner Development Goals (IDGs), a framework of 23 research-backed inner skills like empathy, courage and active listening that help us create outer impactHow developing these inner capacities is crucial for tackling global challenges like climate change, inequality and circular transitionsExpect personal reflections, practical tips, a few laughs and a reminder that whilst circularity is about systems, it’s also about us, too.If you’re a changemaker, community leader or a curious human trying to make better choices, this episode offers insights to help you lead with values and grow from the inside out.Links & Resources Mentioned:Common Cause Handbook (values exercise)Inner Development Goals FrameworkBrené Brown’s “Dare to Lead” Values ExerciseSelf Love Revolution podcast by Lou (recommended by Caitlyn)2040 FilmUntamed by Glennon Doyle"We can't solve the problems with the same thinking that created them" - Albert EinsteinListener Challenge:What are your top 1–2 personal values?Which IDG skill do you want to strengthen this month?Let us know in the comments or share on socials, we’d love to hear from you!Produced by The Waste Not SpotKeep it circular.

What exactly are circular business models, and how do they differ from traditional models that dominate the global economy?In this episode, we break down the concept of circular business models in a way that’s easy to understand, actionable and relevant. We chat about product-as-a-service, sharing platforms, reuse, refill and remanufacturing. We explore how these models are helping businesses reduce waste, keep materials in use and regenerate natural systems.Your co-host Caitlyn Socwell moderates the conversation, with circularity expert Said Fadyl guiding us through the ins and outs of circular business models (which was his Master’s thesis topic!) Angelica Barrios also brings in real-world examples from around the globe, helping connect theory to practice.We talk about:What circular business models are (with simple examples)Why they aren’t more widespread yetWhat you can do as a consumer, professional, or founderHow entrepreneurs can build businesses aligned with circular principlesThis episode is for anyone who wants to understand the how of the circular economy, not just why it matters.Resources & LinksThe Waste Not Spot Retreat – October 2025 in GreeceHow to avoid a Climate Disaster Connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook: @TheWasteNotSpotIf you enjoyed this episode, please follow, share, or leave a review. It helps more circularity-curious people find our show!

This is EP08 and we’re joined by Fernanda Drumond, Head of Collective Action & Disaster Management at the H&M Foundation. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on inclusive circularity, and why centering people in circular systems is key to building a more sustainable world.We discuss:What “inclusive circularity” means in the textile sectorWhy the informal sector is needed to scale circular practicesA real-world case study: the Collective Impact model piloted in BengaluruLessons for brands, consumers and sustainability professionalsHow to design for dignity, equity and climate actionFernanda shares her personal journey into this work, challenges conventional sustainability narratives and leaves us with hopeful and practical ideas for what a just, circular future can look like.Resources & LinksFernanda Drumond on LinkedInTextiles Circularity Gap ReportH&M Foundation: Inclusive CircularityEarth4All (Club of Rome)Action StepsRethink your role in circular systems. How are people being included or excluded?Explore how your organisation can partner with or learn from informal sector workersReduce. Reuse. Recycle. Reflect on who benefits from circular solutions

In Episode 7 of Millennials Gone Circular, we sit down with Tashina Alavi, a marketing professional at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, working to showcase the world of forestry as a sustainable career path.In this inspiring conversation, Tashina shares how her winding journey helped her find her place in the sustainability movement. We explore how unexpected career paths, creative skills and diverse voices are essential for building a more sustainable and circular future.This episode is a reminder that there’s no one “right” way to make an impact. In fact, you can have a lasting impact in any role!In This Episode:Finding your entry point into sustainability and circularityHow forestry and nature connection shaped Tashina’s view of environmental systemsThe power of communication and storytelling in climate actionWhy diverse skills and backgrounds are needed in sustainabilityHow staying curious and open can lead to unexpected and meaningful career paths📌 Resources Mentioned in the Episode:UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)⁠Tashina Alavi on LinkedIn⁠🎙️ Follow & Subscribe: @thewastenotspot📩 Join our Millennials Gone Circular LinkedIn & Facebook Communities

In Episode 6 of Millennials Gone Circular, we kick off our Climate Change Series by getting down to the basics of climate change in an easy-to-understand way. This episode gives a foundation for anyone looking to better grasp what climate change is, why it matters and why we should care. We explore the causes of climate change, the effects of global warming and introduce the important concept of planetary boundaries. We also break down the difference between weather and climate, explain why everything on Earth is interconnected and discuss why climate change impacts vulnerable communities the hardest.If you want a simple, honest guide to understanding climate change science, this episode is the perfect place to start.In This Episode:Climate Change Explained - What it is, how it started and why it mattersCauses of climate change - Human activities vs. natural processesHow greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane contribute to global warmingEarth as a system - Why changes in one part of the planet affect everything elsePlanetary Boundaries -The nine critical Earth systems and how we are pushing them beyond safe limitsWhy we should care - Climate migration, impacts on vulnerable communities and the growing need for global climate action📌 Resources Mentioned in the Episode:UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)Stockholm Resilience Centre – Planetary Boundaries ResearchIntergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) ReportsNASA Climate Change Basics📢 Want to Take Action?Share what you learned with a friend, family member or colleague.Reflect on the climate changes you've witnessed in your local area (and let us know!) News Sources⁠https://www.voguebusiness.com/story/events/refiberd-wins-the-cfda-x-ebay-circular-fashion-fund⁠⁠https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2025/mar/19/its-beautiful-dont-you-think-the-urban-miners-unearthing-treasure-in-belgiums-homes-and-garages⁠⁠https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/circular-economy/⁠⁠https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/money/14626927/john-lewis-store-changes-cost-shoppers/⁠⁠https://time.com/7198461/brazil-recycling-co-ops-helping-turn-plastic-waste-into-shoes-veja/⁠🎙️ Follow & Subscribe: @thewastenotspot📩 Join our Millennials Gone Circular LinkedIn & Facebook CommunitiesEmail us your stories [email protected]

In this episode of Millennials Gone Circular, we’re joined by Tomáš Slaný—a sustainability consultant and musician originally from Slovakia, now based in Berlin. Tomáš brings a super personal and reflective take on what it means to live sustainably, and is kind enough to offer us his insights drawn from both his professional background in environmental chemistry and his everyday lifestyle choices.We explore the cultural influences that shaped his sustainability mindset, how small decisions—from taking the stairs to buying secondhand—can have a ripple effect, and why it’s okay to start where you are. Tomáš also opens up about climate anxiety, and how his creative practices like music help him process big emotions and envision a better future.In this episodeHow upbringing and regional context shape our awareness of sustainabilityWhat it really means to live a “sustainable” lifestyleDealing with guilt, anxiety, and internal contradictionsWhy slowing down and connecting with values is essentialThe role of creativity in navigating sustainability and hopeResources & Links:Connect with Tomáš on LinkedInGood On You – Ethical Fashion AppTomáš’s SoundCloudWant to take action?Download Good On You and explore the ethical ratings of your favourite fashion brandsTry buying secondhand this month instead of newReflect on one daily habit you could adjust to align more closely with your valuesFor the next week, observe yourself when making a decision on what to buy. What prompted the act of buying that item? Awareness is the first step to making positive changes!What does sustainable living look like in your part of the world? Share your thoughts with us, we'd love to hear! 🎙️ Follow & Subscribe: @thewastenotspot📩 Join our Millennials Gone Circular LinkedIn & Facebook Communities

In this episode, we’re joined by Tracy Sutton, Founder & Director of Root, who has spent over 24 years helping businesses reduce their environmental impact through circular economy strategies, sustainable design and packaging innovation.We chat about the reality of circularity—what works, what doesn’t and what’s needed to move forward. Tracy shares firsthand insights from working with global brands like Diageo, Unilever and Costa, highlighting the biggest barriers to implementing circular systems and what businesses need to do to make circularity truly scalable.📌 In This Episode:- What sustainability and circularity really mean—and why they’re often misunderstood- Why circular business models fail (and how to fix them)- The role of materials, products, and business models in circularity—what should we prioritise?- How to accelerate systemic change in businesses and policymaking- Tracy’s biggest lessons from 24 years in the industry🎧 Listen now: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7b99AYUkQbak6kh3stEezC?si=0d5e1dd4908a481f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/millennials-gone-circular/id1793906665📌 Resources Mentioned in the Episode:- Learn more about Tracy’s work at Root- Ellen MacArthur Foundation – Circular Economy Resources- UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)- Circularity Gap Report 2024 – Circle Economy: - What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)? - The Blue Planet Effect📚 Book Recommendation: Cradle to Cradle by William McDonough & Michael Braungart 📢 Want to Take Action? Here’s How!- Ask yourself: How circular is your lifestyle or business?- Support businesses using circular economy principles—look for repairable, refillable, and durable products.- Push for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)—advocate for businesses to take responsibility for their waste.- Start the conversation! Share your thoughts on circularity and sustainability with us.💬 What’s the biggest challenge you see in adopting circular practices? Drop us a comment!🎙️ Follow & Subscribe: @thewastenotspot📩 Join our LinkedIn & Facebook Communities: Millennials Gone Circular

Episode 3 of Millennials Gone Circular is here! This time, we’re getting stuck into the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—where they came from, why they matter and how a circular economy plays a crucial role in helping us achieve them.In This Episode, we'll answer:- What are the SDGs, and how did they come to be?- How circularity connects to key SDGs, like SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption & Production), SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure).- Why are we falling behind on the SDGs? (Hint: We’re only on track to achieve 15% of targets globally 😨).- How can we accelerate action and make real progress toward a more sustainable future?🎧 Listen now: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7b99AYUkQbak6kh3stEezC?si=0d5e1dd4908a481f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/millennials-gone-circular/id1793906665📌 Resources Mentioned in the Episode:- Learn about the SDGs: UN Sustainable Development Goals- UN’s 2023 SDG Report (Tracking progress globally)- Circular Economy & SDGs – Ellen MacArthur Foundation: - Planetary Boundaries & Climate Science – Stockholm Resilience Centre- The Brundtland Report (1987): The origins of sustainable development - The Take Action SDG Quiz: Find out which SDG resonates with you! Want some Ideas to Take Action? Here are some you could try:- Identify which SDG aligns most with your values and lifestyle using the [Take Action SDG Quiz].- Try a plastic-free day if SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption & Production) resonates with you.- Go meat-free on Mondays if SDG 13 (Climate Action) is your thing.- Support women-owned businesses to contribute to SDG 5 (Gender Equality).Let us know your favourite SDG and why? Let us know in the comments!📩 Join our LinkedIn and Facebook Community: Millennials Gone Circular

Welcome back to Millennials Gone Circular! In this episode, we break down the fundamentals of sustainability and circular economy—what they mean, where they come from and how they are linked. We also introduce our Good News segment, where we share positive sustainability wins from around the world. This week, we highlight: Renewable energy growth – The IEA reports a record-breaking increase in renewable energy capacity. 🌞 The Right to a Healthy Environment – The UN is recognising environmental rights as human rights. AI & Circular Economy – AI is helping businesses make smarter, more sustainable decisions. In our deep dive, we unpack:What is sustainability? Its origins, history and how it’s more than just a buzzword.What is circular economy? How it works, its principles and why it’s a tool we use to achieve sustainability.Measuring progress – Earth Overshoot Day, the Circularity Gap Report and why we need to do better.Key Takeaways: Sustainability has been around longer than we think—its roots go back to Indigenous communities and early civilisations. Circular economy is about rethinking systems, designing out waste and regenerating nature. We’re currently only 9% circular—but even doubling that could help keep us within the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C target.Resources Mentioned: • 🌍 World Overshoot Day • 📉 Circularity Gap Report 2024 (Circle Economy) • 🎬 Go Circular Documentary • 🔄 Ellen MacArthur Foundation • 🌎 Global Risks Report 2025 | World Economic Forum • ⛵ Ellen MacArthur’s Solo Sailing JourneyFollow us on Instagram & Facebook at @thewastenotspotJoin the Millennials Gone CircularLinkedInor Facebook Communities!Your Homework: Check out Curiosity's Go Circular Documentary (VPN may be required)! Link above. We would appreciate it so much if you follow, rate or share this episode with a friend or colleague to help us reach people who want to learn and make a difference in their corner of the globe. Thanks for being part of the community!

Get to know your hosts! We are Angelica, Caitlyn & Said, three 'guilty-as-charged' millennials passionate about sustainability. We share our personal journeys, career transitions and the defining moments that sparked our passions. We chat about growing up in different parts of the world, navigating professional shifts and about how our diverse backgrounds shape the way we view circularity today. We also introduce the mission of Millennials Gone Circular - to explore sustainability through a regional lens, breaking down complex topics and inspiring action. We also reflect on what we hope to offer the world through this podcast. It doesn't matter if you're new to sustainability or a seasoned pro, you are welcome! Welcome to the community that is dedicated to building and spreading positive change. Resources: - Carl Sagan's "Cosmos" - A great example of breaking down complex topics for everyone. Follow & Connect with us: Instagram & Facebook: @thewastenotspot Join the LinkedIn Community: "Millennials Gone Circular (by The Waste Not Spot)" Join the Facebook Community: "Millennials Gone Circular (by The Waste Not Spot)" Have a topic or guest suggestion? Let us know! [email protected]

Millennials Gone Circular is a podcast by millennials, for millennials who are passionate about global sustainability and keen to take action in their own corner of the world. Hosted by Angelica Barrios, Caitlyn Socwell and Said Fadyl, three millennials with super diverse global backgrounds and a shared passion for sustainability. This podcast helps millennials understand complex sustainability topics and examples from around the world and inspires you to take action at home, community or in your workplace. Whether you're a sustainability pro or just starting on your journey, this podcast is for you. Welcome!