SJSU Green Campus Podcast
By SJSU Green Campus
SJSU Green Campus PodcastAug 18, 2021
From Idea to Impact: 'One Day One Action'
Embark on a journey with hosts Trena Noval and Sue Mark as they unravel the impactful 'One Day, One Action' campaign on the SJSU Green Campus Podcast. Join the passionate interns from the Office of Sustainability at San Jose State University as they share inspiring insights into the profound impact of small actions creating significant change. Tune in for a compelling exploration of sustainable initiatives and discover how every action contributes to a greener, more sustainable future.
Episode 9:Say No to Fast Fashion
In episode 9 we delve into the world of sustainable fashion, learn how to positively impact our clothing choices, and discover how saying "No" to fast fashion can be a powerful step towards a more environmentally conscious and socially responsible wardrobe. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to align their style with their values and make a difference in the world of fashion.
Episode 8: Sustainable Cooking
In the 8th episode of the SJSU Green Campus podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Anne-Marie Bonneau and Mary Mackey, two chefs who prioritize sustainability in their cooking. Anne-Marie Bonneau, also known as the Zero Waste Chef, is an advocate for reducing food waste and living a more sustainable lifestyle. She is renowned for her innovative and tasty recipes, as well as her blog and cookbook, "The Zero Waste Chef," which provides helpful tips and strategies for minimizing food waste in the kitchen. Mary Mackey is a plant-based nutritionist and educator who manages the blog "The Wholesome Vegan." She is committed to promoting a vegan lifestyle by offering nutritious, whole-food-based plant-based recipes, as well as education and tools to assist individuals in transitioning to a plant-based diet.
Episode 7: Fighting Eco-Anxiety with Seedlings
On the 7th episode of the SJSU Green Campus podcast, we meet with Matt Sandy, the founder of Seedlings, an email newsletter created to connect people and inspire them to make a more sustainable future. Seedlings is building a social ecosystem to bring together college communities to think and work green, encouraging students to channel their eco-anxiety into compassion, excitement, and action!
Episode 6: An Introduction to Zero Waste
On the 6th episode of the SJSU Green Campus podcast, we meet with the owner of Source Zero waste shop in Downtown San Jose, Ashley Merz to discuss different tips on how to implement zero waste into our lives. Ashley graduated from UCSC with a degree in Anthropology and love for the environment, she decided to create this shop in downtown for the community to have access to refill their soaps, detergent, lotions, and so much more.
Episode 5: Let's Talk Burritos with Green Ninja Team
On the 5th episode of the SJSU Green Campus podcast we will be introducing Green Ninja which started out as a research program at SJSU and began to expand with other partners becoming an educational program for children! At Green Ninja, their purpose is to empower environmental leadership through a deep understanding of science.
Episode 4: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people among Australia
Our the fourth episode of the SJSU Green Campus Podcast we had special guest from Australia, Professor Melissa Haswell who teaches at University of Sydney and Queensland University of Technology. This episode focuses on the Australia's environmental challenges and how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people help preserve Australia. You don't want to miss this special episode!
Episode 3: Food and Environment with Wendy Smith (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist)
Join us for the third episode of the SJSU Green Campus Podcast featuring Wendy Smith, a professor at San Jose State University. This episode we focused on how sustainability is related to nutrition, food security and the effects of COVID-19 pandemic. We also discuss ways we can personally incorporate more sustainability into our everyday eating patterns.
Guest: Wendy Smith/Prof. Smith teaches Hunger and Environmental Nutrition in the Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences at SJSU. Wendy has a Masters in Business and is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Wendy has a varied background in technology marketing, PR, nutrition consulting, and more recently teaching. She’s a fitness and nutrition/healthy eating enthusiast and enjoys her daily runs, walks with her dog, Zen and her family time with her husband and sons.
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Episode 2: Tree Knowledge for All with Violet Awwad (Our City Forest)
Join us for our second episode where we talk with Violet Awwad, a California Climate Action Corps fellow serving with the urban forestry non profit, Our City Forest about the importance of trees for our physical and environmental health, along with how you can get involved with Our City Forest.
Guest:
Violet Awwad is a California Climate Action Corps (CCAC) fellow serving with the non-profit Our City Forest. Violet received her Associate of Science degree in Natural Science and Mathematics from Napa Valley College where she transferred to the University of California, Berkeley to study sustainable environmental design and food systems. She has experience in urban agriculture, energy and water efficiency programs, and now urban forestry education. As a California Climate Action Corps fellow with Our City Forest, she is co-operating the Green Silicon Valley Schools program with her co-fellow, Bryan Graybill. Together, they focus on planting trees and shrubs in schools located in historically underserved areas as well as educating the community on the importance of urban forestry on our health, the environment's health, and climate change.
Other Resources:
- AmeriCorps Openings at OCF: http://www.ourcityforest.org/americorps-openings
- OCF FAQ's: http://www.ourcityforest.org/faq
- Volunteer with OCF: http://www.ourcityforest.org/volunteers
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourcityforest/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OurCityForest
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ourcityforest
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Episode 1: Sustainable Tourism with Heather Duplaisir
Join us for our premier episode, featuring Heather Duplaisir, a professor at San José State University in the Department of Public Health and Recreation, as she discusses what sustainable tourism is and tips on how to travel sustainably.
Guest:
Heather Duplaisir is a professor at San José State University in the Department of Public Health and Recreation where she has been teaching since 2019. She has a Master of Science in Recreation from San Francisco State University where her focus was on sustainable tourism. Her publications include the textbook: Girling, R., Gordy, H. & Lanier, P. (2016) The Good Company: Sustainability in Hospitality, Tourism and Wine New York, NY: Business Expert Press. As well as the article: Duplaisir, H., Látková, P., Wilson, J., & Everette, M. (2019). "Impacts of Participation in Socially Responsible Tourism on Tourist’s Attitudes and Future Behavior: Amazon Watch Journey to Ecuador." Journal of Tourism and Leisure Studies 3 (2): 1-19. She was the winner of the International Award for Excellence for Volume 3 of the Journal of Tourism and Leisure Studies for this article in May 2019. Most recently, she was awarded the Lecturer Faculty Early Career Teaching Award through the CHHS at SJSU 2020 - 2021. She also has an Outdoor Educator Certification awarded by the National Outdoor Leadership School in August 2012. She has spoken at tourism conferences both globally and locally on sustainable tourism.
Articles for further reading:
- Regenerative Travel/Tourism: https://www.regenerativetravel.com/
- Voluntourism: https://ecotourism-world.com/tourism-with-benefits-volunteer-travel/
- WWOOF: https://wwoof.net/
- Greenwashing: https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2008/jul/06/green.ethicalholidays
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- @sjsugreencampus on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook / TikTok
- More about us at sjsu.edu/sustainability