Posts by Mariska Nell
204: What It Really Takes to Build a Sustainable Product (From a Bootstrapped Founder)
In this episode, I shares the real story behind building a sustainable hard-goods brand in the pet industry, unpacking the engineering, manufacturing, certification, and financial trade-offs that most people never see. From design constraints and material decisions to B Corp, 1% for the Planet, and sustainability reporting, this is an honest founder-level look at what…
203: It’s Not Just Toilet Paper: The Hidden Cost of Everyday Products (and What to Do Instead) with Sahar Karoubi
In this episode of Mama Earth Talk, we talk to Sahar Karoubi, founder of Bambuyu, a sustainable tissue company challenging the way everyday household products are made and consumed. Together, we unpack something most of us use daily, toilet paper, and explore the hidden systems behind it, from deforestation and material sourcing to the real…
202: How to Build a Sustainable Wardrobe with Julia Dietmar, Co-Founder of OpenWardrobe.
In this episode, we chat with Julia Dietmar, Co-Founder and CEO of OpenWardrobe, a platform helping people use what they already own and make smarter fashion choices. Julia shares how a messy closet sparked her sustainability journey, how OpenWardrobe helps digitize closets and plan outfits with AI, and why the most sustainable choice is wearing what you already have. We also explore her Style Blueprint approach and the real impact of fashion’s overproduction and waste.
201: Plant-Based Holiday Tips with Molly Patrick: Simple, Joyful, and Sustainable Eating for You and Mama Earth
In this episode, we chat with Molly Patrick, co-founder and CEO of Clean Food Dirty Girl, about her off-grid roots, the power of imperfect progress, and how to bring more plants to your plate this holiday season. Molly shares simple swaps, crowd-pleasing festive dishes, and tips for joyful, sustainable eating that nourishes you—and Mama Earth.