Simply B. Sustainable

Recycling can be hard... Let's make it SIMPLE! In this episode, I'll give you the do's and don'ts of recycling and explain how to read plastic numbers and recycling labels. Just because it has a recycling symbol does NOT mean it's able to be recycled in your single stream pick-up from home. I'll cover the importance of composting, the staggering amount of waste generated, and a cool solution for those unrecyclable plastics! (Like those snack bags and other bag-type plastics) Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:35 My simple confession: I'm a garbage hoarder 01:51 The Simple Truth 04:35 Plastic Bags are a no 06:56 How to read the numbers on plastic for recycling 10:27 What you can recycle 12:00 Bubble wrap mailers 13:38 Reading the. "How 2 recycle" labels 14:53 Snack Bags 15:12 Eco Bricks! 16:36 Amazon Bags 17:29 Glass 19:32 Things you cannot Recycle 21:00 Why we want to put less in the Landfill 22:12 Joke of the week 22:49 Commercials 24:19 Drink of the week For more, check out my website: www.simpyb.world

Plastic-Free July is coming to a close but that doesn't mean your efforts of using less plastic have to. Join me for a day in the life of less plastic consumption pt 1! Here are my simple sustainable swaps to get you from coffee to lunch! Plus my beer of the week and a few codes to save you some cash! Frownies: code SIMPLE for 10% off Litefoot Refillery: PlasticFreeJuly 15% off Huppy Toothpaste: PlasticFree 20% off ClearSteam: BrookeChase 10% off

Celebrate Plastic-Free July! Swap these 14 plastics most found in the ocean. Start or improve your last-free journey in person or online at Lite Foot Company. More Show notes: https://www.simplyb.world/post/celebrate-plastic-free-july-swap-these-14-ocean-invaders You Tube Video: https://youtu.be/zJNUb0SZZSs

Pt 3 of my Unrecipe Series which I'm calling 'Zero Cooks' bc I give zero *cooks* (jk) it's a no-cook Asian Rainbow "Stirfry" created on accident by me using what I have in the fridge before it goes bad. It was so delicious I had to share! Suggested Ingredients: purple cabbage carrots avocado green onion shrimp coconut aminos or soy sauce fresh garlic (or powder) fresh ginger (or powder) lemon or lime salt, pepper everything bagel seasoning cumin chili powder and sriracha Simple Swap: A "use first" basket for unused veggies etc. instead of putting things in drawers where you can't see them. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pnOhtmexKrc Full show notes: https://www.simplyb.world/post/zero-cooks-my-asian-rainbow-stir-fry-unrecipe ClearSTEM: 10% off Code: BROOKECHASE (Cleared 20 years of hormonal acne in 7 days!) FROWNIES: 10% off Code: SIMPLE (Smooth wrinkles while you sleep!)

Join me and special guest, Maria Vaughn of CORcomposting as we dive into all things composting! The environmental, social, and economic benefits Why we should all compost What happens when we don't and How to compost: Do's and Don'ts It is SO SIMPLE! We'll share our practical tips for getting started including methods and materials. "If it grows - it goes!" Composting has a significant environmental impact and is important in sustainable living. If you've ever wanted to get started, this episode is for you! Learn more about CORComposting here: https://www.corcompost.com/ Have a question? Send us a message on Instagram: @Simp.ly.b or @corcompst

In this bonus episode, Brooke shares simple recipes to reduce food waste by using food scraps. She emphasizes the importance of not wasting food and highlights the staggering amount of food waste in the world. Brooke provides tips on organizing the refrigerator to reduce waste and 16 simple recipes and ideas to avoid contributing to food waste. The world wastes about 2.5 billion tons of food every year, with the United States discarding the most food. Organizing the refrigerator can help reduce food waste by keeping track of what needs to be eaten first. Salads, soups, charcuterie boards, pasta dishes, omelets, and potato dishes are great ways to use up food scraps. For more show notes and recipes : https://www.simplyb.world/post/16-simple-scrappy-recipes

Stop wasting food with my simple tips! First, we'll go over the simple truth with the stats on global and American food waste. Check out my favorite blogger @goingzerowaste on how to avoid food waste and for scraptastic recipes, tips and more! Beer of the week: Pacifico I can help! Follow me and send me a message on Instagram @Simp.ly.b Tell me what foods you waste most often and I'll help you cut back!

HAPPY EARTH DAY! Try this #SimpleSWAP to celebrate everyday. Swap that plastic, disposable razor for a nice weighted, reusable one and never buy a whole new razor again, just blades! The simple truth is that over 2 billion plastic razors are thrown in landfills yearly, in the USA alone! That's enough to wrap around the Earth 5 times, EVERY YEAR! Safety razors are a cost-effective and long-lasting option. I'll tell you about my experience, the brands I've tried, and why I'll never got back a disposable one again. Stick around for my weekly Simple confession, Beer of the week: Compass Rose IPA, and the joke of the week. For a great acne solution try ClearStem! To smooth wrinkles and release the tension in your forehead try all-natural alternative to botox, Frownies. Codes: • ClearStem: BrookeChase • Frownies: Simple It's a great time to try my favorite Earth-friendly brands! Papaya Pact Leaf Litefoot Bombas Plant paper tp Huppy Try it? Tell me what you think! @simp.ly.b

Today's simple swap is to use less paper towels for cleaning up that little mess with a reusable towel instead. I know you can do it! The world creates 695,000 tons of paper towel waste every day! Learn my simple tips on how to start using reusable towels, including repurposing old towels, cutting up new ones, and few products I really like! (the Unpaper towels and Swedish towels) My Amazon zero waste-list https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/H70N3L9P6BN2?ref_=wl_share Don't miss my simple confession, drink of the week, and the joke of the week has me "rolling" - pun intended. Use my Discount Codes: 10% off Frownies: SIMPLE ClearStem: BrookeChase Simply, B.

Earth Day Simple Swaps Series Episode #4: Why you should swap your bag of store bought lettuce for your homegrown lettuce! Imagine a world of fresh lettuce always available! Here's why and how... it's the gift that keeps on giving and it's SO SIMPLE. Check out my Instagram to see my lettuce plant @Simp.ly.b Want more about why you should grow your own lettuce? Check out this blog: https://zerowastefamily.com/why-you-should-grow-lettuce

Ditch the plastic in your kitchen with these 3 simple sustainable swaps! Let's talk about the environmental impact of using plastic wrap in the kitchen. I'll show you three swaps I love instead that are simpler, prettier and work just as well -if not better! We'll dive into the simple truth of plastic wrap and how these 3 swaps are sustainable alternatives that keep food fresh. Discount Codes: Frownies: SIMPLE ClearStem: BrookeChase

It's 12 days until Earth Day so guess what! We're doing my 12 favorite simple sustainable swaps! I did not expect this swap to be very exciting. In fact, what is so exciting about TP at all? This is not normal TP! Plantpaper toilet paper is amazing and I will never go back to tree paper again. Tune in to why this is such a great simple swap and how much of a difference you can make by simply switching your toilet paper! https://plantpaper.us/ Discount Codes: Frownies: SIMPLE ClearStem: BrookeChase

It's EARTH MONTH! Celebrate with 5 simple sustainable tips! Today's episode is a special collaboration with Ashley LaButte, podcast host of "Power Up Yourself." She asked me to share 5 simple sustainable tips and that's just what we did. SIMPLE! Ladies, if you're looking to reclaim yourself, her podcast is for you. Connect with Ashley on Instagram @ashley.labutte. Tell me your favorite sustainable tip on social media @Simp.ly.b If you would like more info on sustainable events check out my new website www.simplybsocial.net Simply, B. Discount Codes: Frownies: SIMPLE ClearStem: BrookeChase

Having a party can be a lot of work, trying to avoid excess waste can be even more challenging. But not now! Listen to this episode for your checklist on how to throw to have more fun with less waste at your next gathering in 7 simple sustainable steps! For More Show Notes: https://www.simplyb.world/post/7-simple-steps-to-throwing-a-sustainable-party A Sustainable Party: 7 Simple Steps Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:18 Simple Truth 03:561 Make a plan 05:072 Invitations 05:433 Decorations 08:524 Skip the single-use items 09:26 Frownies Commercial 10:355 Tips for using Reusable (real) items 13:426 Food 16:387 Water Station 17:368 Proper Disposal!!! 20:42 Recap Want to learn more? Follow and tag me on Instagram @simp.ly.b or @simplybsocial so I can thank you for listening!

Sustainable Fashion Part 3! We are talking STYLE to make the most out of the clothes you already have in your closet, what pieces can fill the gaps, and how to pair unexpected complementary pieces. Join me and special guest, Costume Designer, and owner of Chunky Possum, Erin LaRoche as we discuss how to bring your self-expression to life as an art through clothing. Erin gives tips on finding your colors, dressing for your body type, and upcycling clothes! 00:00 Intro 01:13 Meet Erin LaRoche 07:39 Erin in Film 10:45 Frownies: Code SIMPLE 11:44 The Essentials 14:22 Comfort is King 16:08 The essentials 16:08 Brooke's Essential Picks 21:21 How to style: opposites attract 23:27 Upcycle and embellish! 25:19 Chunky Possum 28:28 Sustainability in Fashion 33:32 STYLING IS EVERYTHING- opposites attract! 37:33 How to choose colors for your skin tone 39:23 Dressing for your body type 41:28 The joy of the swap 45:25 Donating Locally and Supporting Shelters 46:43 Beer of the Week, Joke of the Week, Simple Swap and Closing Remarks For more show notes visit www.simplyb.world

Celebrate Valentine's Day with LOVE instead of stress and stuff. Find out what really happens when we buy cards, chocolate, and diamonds, and join me on a simpler path. After all, nothing says romance like caring for our planet. I'll show how as always, keep it simple! From festive decor, gift ideas, what to wear on your date, and drink and dessert recipes this episode is sure to sweeten your sweetie his Valentine's Day! 00:00 Intro 00:32 Simple Truth 04:20 What can we do? 07:28 Festive Decor 11:27 DIY Gift Ideas 14:02 Mindful Gifts 17:38 Fashion 20:57 Desert 23:27 Drink 24:57 Simple Swap 25:42 "Beer " of the week 25:58 Joke of the week For show notes visit: https://www.simplyb.world/post/a-simple-valentine-s-day Welcome to my Simple World!

If your closet is bursting at the seams but you've got nothing to wear this episode is for you! I'll show you how to simplify your wardrobe and organize your closet to give you back your time, confidence, and STYLE! I'll share my journey of how I did this myself, and teach you how to create formulas "uniforms" for easy, and stylish outfits for YOUR lifestyle. I highly recommend this book- "The way she wears it" by Dallas Shaw. https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-way-she-wears-it-dallas-shaw/1125456388 It goes along perfectly with this episode and the next one. A must-read, especially if you are new to fashion, minimizing your closet, or want to maximize what you have for style! PLUS Your Simple Swap Beer of the Week My Simple Confession Tips on taking care of your clothes Mindful purchasing Choosing sustainable fabrics Your joke of the week and a preview of upcoming topics. Takeaways Declutter your closet and keep only the clothes you love Organize your closet according to your space and needs Put things on display Create outfit formulas or "uniforms" When you make new purchases be mindful of it's purpose Take care of your clothes by line- drying, using a sweater shaver, lint roller, and steamer. Consider displaying the clothes and accessories you love to double as decor. Fill in the gaps in your wardrobe mindfully, focusing on quality and versatility. Chapters Introduction Simplifying Your Wardrobe What is a Simple Wardrobe? Decluttering Your Closet Organizing Your Closet Creating Your Uniforms Taking Care of Your Clothes Filling in the Blanks Sustainable Fabrics Beer of the Week: Untitled Art Blog with more notes coming soon! www.simplyb.world

Join me and special guest, Johnny Daly as we discuss and expose the second largest polluting industry on Earth. Learn the shocking details of waste and the environmental impact of the fashion industry. We will skim the surface of "fast fashion" and explore sustainable fashion options, suggestions for disposing of unwanted garments, conscious fashion choices, and I'll give you Pt. 1 on how to simplify your wardrobe. For a natural alternative to Botox try FROWNIES! Use Code: SIMPLE for 10% off. Beer of the week Simple Swap Fashion Jokes Sustainable brands: https://goodonyou.eco/most-ethical-and-sustainable-clothing-brands-from-us/ Try the Take-back bag for unusable clothes: https://fordays.com/collections/take-back-bag/products/take-back-bag Deep peep the facts: https://nerc.org/news-and-updates/blog/nerc-blog/2018/01/02/lets-take-on-industry-polluter-2?gclid=Cj0KCQiAtaOtBhCwARIsAN_x-3Io5WD1NX03PFN1u9Jwe90-qOLuwCQu_q1DrPkmZQPZ2FSX2LKtwVYaAtD3EALw_wcB Fast Fashion Facts: https://earth.org/statistics-about-fast-fashion-waste/ Share what you've learned with me or ask me a question @simp.ly.b or visit www.simplyb.world

Simply Declutter in 3 Steps! Join me with special guest, Nicole Dillon the founder of Planetize, to help transform your clutter into clarity. We share insights on the psychological and practical benefits of decluttering and give actionable tips and strategies for listeners to begin! Learn the shocking facts about storage in America and the impact of excessive stuff. We'll teach you how to start decluttering big or small and help you with tips on how to decide what stays, and what goes. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Introducing Nicole Dillon and Planetize 03:00 The Shocking Facts About Storage 06:56 The Problem of Excessive Stuff 07:56 Nicole's Journey into Decluttering 10:30 Decluttering and Sustainability 12:44 The Psychological Benefits of Decluttering 15:24 Methods of Decluttering 18:31 Decluttering Process with Planetize 25:08 Deciding What to Keep 33:38 Organizing and Disposing with Intention 36:28 Getting Creative with Storage 38:40 Regifting and Reusing 39:35 Simple Swap of the Week 42:22 Beer of the Week 43:23 Recap and Decision-Making Process 44:09 Quick Tips for Staying Organized 46:40 Mindset and Environmental Impact 48:51 Changing the Stories We Tell Ourselves 49:44 Preview of Next Week's Episode Find more about Nicole Dillon and her company Planetize: https://www.planetize.org/ Check out my website for my blog, social, Facebook group, and more! https://www.simplyb.world/ Sources: https://www.governing.com/context/too-much-stuff-americans-and-their-storage-units https://www.neighbor.com/storage-blog/environmental-impact-of-self-storage-facilities/ For Tips from Marie Kondo https://konmari.com/

This is the time of year when we are all decluttering. This is great but what no longer serves you is not TRASH! Learn how to overcome our throwaway culture. I'll highlight the environmental impact of excessive waste overflowing landfills and teach you where to donate unwanted items, support community initiatives, give tips for responsible disposal, and recycling do's and don'ts. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Trash and the Throwaway Culture 03:16 Chapter 1: The Environmental Impact of Trash 06:05 Chapter 2: The Consequences of Excessive Waste Generation 10:21 Chapter 3: Donating and Community Initiatives 17:16 Chapter 4: Responsible Disposal and Recycling 23:26 Chapter 5: Recycling Do's and Don'ts 26:29 Conclusion: Taking Action and Making a Difference Resources Staples Recycling: https://www.staples.com/deals/it-s-recycling-day-every-day/BI3000592#recycle-list Places to donate that pick-up: https://www.moving.com/tips/charities-free-donation-pickup/ Check out my website for my blog, social, Facebook group, and more! https://www.simplyb.world/