Greening Up My Act: A Sustainable Living Podcast

Should You Live Off the Grid?

Maybe you've dreamed of living off grid with images of walking barefoot through bright green and swimming in streams, but is off-grid living sustainable? Join as we

Are Solar Lights Actually Bad for the Environment?

If you have heard negative things about solar power, you might be asking yourself are solar lights eco-friendly, or not? We look at solar lights' environmental impac

Ways to Upcycle Your Outdoor Space (and Still Make It Cute)

Upcycled outdoor furniture is often greener than buying new — and can still be cute as hell. If an upcycled outdoor space on a budget brings up images of shabby pallet co

Can Vertical Gardens Lower Your Cooling Costs?

If it's not data centers raising your energy bills, it's hotter days and months. Enter vertical gardens, also called green walls or living walls. We uncover whe

Why Your Fear of Bugs Could Be Blocking a Greener Life

You lie awake at night and wonder if you're doing enough to help the future of the planet. But there's something very close to home that you can do to make an i

4 Ways Insect Decline Might Totally Change Your Future

Bugs are disappearing, which means way more than your windshield being cleaner than it used to be. If this scares you, soothe your panic with us as you learn what you can

Urban Farms vs. Urban Food Forests — Which Is Better?

Urban farms are all the rage, but there's a different idea that might be even more impactful — food forests. It might sounds like something out of Fern Gully, but fo

Is Dr. Bronner's Really Sustainable? With Outdoor Minimalist [Crossover]

Welcome to our first ever collab episode! Dr. Bronner's has long been considered the gold standard of sustainable soap. It's a staple in outdoor kits, zero-wast

Are Perennial Vegetables Worth the Money?

Vegetables you only have to plant once? Sounds like a dream come true. Except it might be slightly more complicated than that. Join hosts Tiff and Kat as they take you on

Why Everyone Is Wrong About Vegetable Garden Costs

Sure, a vegetable garden can be expensive the first year. But hosts Kat and Tiff dive into vegetable garden costs over a span of a decade. Once you have your structures i

Mulch, or How to Keep a Pollinator Garden Alive

Sounds boring; isn't. Wondering how to grow a native garden? You might be surprised at the importance of a seemingly mundane addition: mulch. We cover all things mul

Does DIY Deer Spray Really Work?

If you're wondering just how god awful (but useful!) DIY deer spray is, listen in as we discuss the pros and cons of making it yourself. Learn why you don't nee

Which Native Plants Thrive in Container Gardens?

Small space doesn't have to mean small impact. Get practical tips for incorporating native plants into small areas like balconies and container gardens, and why it&a

[Replay] Can I Replace My Lawn with Clover?

In case you missed it the first time, take a listen to one of Tiff and Kat's favorite episodes during the break. They're back with season 10, all about getting

[Replay] The Real Real About Essential Oils

In case you missed it the first time, take a listen to one of our favorite episodes. In this episode, we come clean about essential oils and whether they're worth al

[Replay] Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner: You’ll Crap Your Pants at the Savings

Check out this revisit of one of our favorite previous episodes! In case you missed this the first time, learn all about the awesomeness of DIY all-purpose cleaner. You&a

Fjallraven: On Point or Overhyped?

To end their fashion-filled season, we examine one of the most popular sustainably brands: Fjallraven. Learn what sustainability promises they're making and whether

Amazing Garment Repair: A Mom-and-Pop You Can Use From Anywhere

If you're tossing holey sweaters or ripped jeans into the landfill every year, you might be surprised how simple repairs could extend their life and slash waste. In

Rothy's: Washable, “Sustainable” Shoes?

Discover the truth behind Rothy’s, the popular eco-friendly shoe company, and whether they’re genuinely making a difference or just greenwashing to sell more shoes. In th

Upcycled Leather Handbags: Animal Skin That’s Been Around the Block

Leather can come at a devastating human and environmental cost — but what if the leather in a new bag could avoid that problem? Hosts Tiff and Kat talk about Dana Cohen,