Author: Sarah Robertson-Barnes

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Ep. 39: Sustainable Home Renovation — How to Reduce Waste and Choose Materials That Last with Brittany Steptoe Wright

In this episode of the Sustainable in the Suburbs podcast, Brittany Steptoe Wright discusses sustainable renovation practices, highlighting the importance of durability over trends and how maintenance extends the life of our belongings. The conversation emphasizes the practical aspects of sustainable design, waste management, and the value of antique pieces in creating lasting, functional homes.

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Ep. 38: Things I Don’t Buy Anymore (Eco-Frugal Living to Reduce Waste and Save Money)

Buying less is a powerful climate action! In this episode of the Sustainable in the Suburbs podcast, I chat about my decade-long journey into sustainable living and the stuff I’ve quit buying. It’s all about using what you have, doing waste audits, and realizing that not buying anything is the best choice for the environment.

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Ep. 37: Sustainable Decluttering — Why Letting Go Isn’t Neutral

In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, we talk about the importance of mindful decluttering and donation practices. By recognizing that decluttering is part of the buying cycle, we can create healthier habits around possessions. Embracing community-based solutions and slowing down the decluttering process will also help us break up with buying things we don’t need.

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Ep. 36: How to Host a Clothing Swap — Sharing Clothes & Building Community

In this episode, we explore the cycle of buying and donating clothes, emphasizing the value of clothing swaps. These swaps not only promote sustainable living by keeping garments in use locally but also foster community connections. Consider hosting or attending a swap to embrace this encouraging approach to fashion!

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Ep. 35: Rethinking Sustainable Fashion, Consumption, and Personal Style with Sabs Katz

This episode explores the profound connection between sustainable fashion and our relationship with clothing. Featuring Sabs Katz, the discussion highlights reducing consumption through creativity, mending, and community swaps. It encourages thoughtful dressing and prioritizing connection over trend-chasing, inspiring a mindful approach to personal style for everyone.

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Ep. 34: How to Quit Using Paper Towels (and What to Use Instead)

In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, we’re reconsidering paper towels and talking about practical alternatives. By exploring the environmental impact of single-use products and suggesting small changes, like relocating paper towels, this episode highlights how mindful decisions can lead to impactful, sustainable habits in daily life.

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How to Quit Using Paper Towels (and What to Use Instead)

Paper towels have become a standard part of most kitchens, which makes them easy to overlook — and worth examining a little more closely. They’re practical, familiar, and easy to reach for — which is exactly why they’re such an interesting place to pause, especially when you start thinking about how to quit using paper…

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Ep. 33: Fewer, Better Things — How to Reduce Kitchen Clutter and Waste

Our homes are full of things we barely notice — until they start to feel heavy. Duplicate pantry items, forgotten gadgets, drawers that never quite work the way we want them to. And suddenly, everyday life feels harder than it needs to be. In this episode, I’m joined by Sasha Mazzuca, founder of Disch and…

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Ep. 32: Overstimulation, Overconsumption, and the Pressure to Do More with Gillian Gabryluk

Looking for tips on living with more intention in the new year? Gillian Gabryluk emphasizes the importance of slowing down and reconnecting with ourselves. By practicing stillness and focusing on values-based living, we can move into the new year with clarity and intention, embracing sustainability through small shifts.

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Ep. 31: What Actually Works (and What Doesn’t) in Sustainable Living — Lessons From a Year of Podcasting

After releasing 31 episodes — something I am frankly amazed at — I wanted to take a few minutes to look back on this first year of the Sustainable in the Suburbs podcast. What worked, what has been harder than expected, and what I’ve learned along the way. In this short solo episode, I reflect on…

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