Raising Eco Minimalists
A community for those raising kids who care about the wellbeing of their mind, body, community, & the earth. Living a low waste and minimalist lifestyle can often feel like going against the grain of society. And when you throw kids into the mix? Finding a community of like-minded individuals to learn from, support, find encouragement, and overall who share the same values - at a similar level - can be challenging. This podcast is that community. Join me, your host, a self-described anxious eco-minimalist, every other week as I dive deep into issues and topics related to living an eco-friendly and minimalist lifestyle with kids. But above all, form a community that raises kids who care about the wellbeing of their own minds, bodies, and our earth (and everything that calls it home.) Be sure to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode.
Episodes
36 episodes
A conversation about shifting values and wondering if your efforts matter with Jessie Stokes - ep 34
In this episode, I'm talking with Jessie Stokes, owner of the Tiny Yellow Bungalow zero waste shop and blog. Jessie is also the author and creator of the Zero Waste Vegan Cookbook. Together, Jessie and I have an honest conversation abou...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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31:51
10 tips for secondhand shopping with tweens - ep 33
Secondhand shopping with tweens can be a whole different experience. You may start receiving pushback or asks for particular brands or character-type clothing. In this episode, I'm sharing 10 tips for navigating shopping for tweens...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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34:41
Book review: Spit that Out! The Overly Informed Parent's Guide to Raising Healthy Kids in the Age of Environmental Guilt - Ep. 32
In today's episode, I'm reviewing the book Spit That Out! The Overly Informed Parent's Guide to Raising Healthy K...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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23:40
After the move: how we are establishing roots, building community, and learning - ep. 31
In part two of my story of how we downsized by half and moved five hours away to a small town where we knew no one, I'm sharing about how we are working to establish new roots. I'm sharing how we're working to build our community in man...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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32:06
Why we uprooted our lives, downsized by half, and moved to where we knew no one - ep. 30
We're back! It's season 3, and we're approaching the third anniversary of the pod. In this episode, I'm sharing my family's story of why we uprooted our lives, downsized our belongings by half, and moved five hours away to a small town ...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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34:02
Why you and your kids need to know about 988 - ep. 29
TW: Suicide, mental health crisisFull transcriptHave you heard of 988? It's a new mental health, substance abuse, emotional crisis, and suicide...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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27:08
How to raise kids who are feminists and value equality - ep. 28
In today's episode, I'm talking all about the fallout of SCOTUS overturning Roe vs. Wade. I'm sharing how access to reproductive rights and choice is directly linked to how we approach the climate crisis, as well as many tips on how to raise ki...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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32:43
Kid friendly, eco-minimalists swaps that will save you money - Ep. 27
Full episode transcriptWhat's your sustainability personality quizSee all episode...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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44:23
How to raise a global citizen with Jess and Jen - ep. 26
Jess Purcell of Thoughtfully Sustainable (episode 5) and Jen Panaro of Honestly Modern (
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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34:55
A low (zero) waste Easter with kids - ep. 25
Looking for ways to enjoy a more eco-friendly Easter with kids? In this episode, I dive into all types of eco-swaps and resources to help you do just that. A zero-waste Easter? Here you come.
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23:49
The importance of reading and representation in books with Dr. Artika Tyner - Ep. 24
Today I'm speaking with the incredibly Dr. Artika Tyner - the founder of the Minnesota-based organization 'Planting People, Growing Justice'. Its mission is to raise awareness about illiteracy in kids and how that contributes to the cradle to p...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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34:14
Minimalist Parenting & Safe Lawns for our Kids with Linda Yin - ep. 23
In today's episode, I'm talking with fellow eco-minimalist parent Linda Yin. She's an enthusiastic minimalist (her words), and has found her sustainability land in the form of safe lawn advocacy for all kids and living beings. In this e...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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46:05
How to enjoy an eco-friendly Valentine's Day with kids - ep. 22
Valentine's Day with kids can be hard to navigate, because on one hand, we want our kids to be able to participate in the card exchange and other activities at school or daycare. But, the traditional activities can cause a lot of waste. So what...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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16:52
How to reduce food waste at home (with kids) - Alison of ends & stems - ep. 21
Got food waste? Over 30-40% of all food is wasted. Yet, we have people in our own communities and elsewhere that are going hungry. We know composting is important, but reducing food waste first is the goal. However, when we thro...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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40:31
Season 2 Intro - We're back!
The pod is back for another season, and this episode is a quick recap of where we started and where we are going. It's also a mushy two minutes of gratitude and appreciation and excitement for you being here. Subscribe to ensure you nev...
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Season 2
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Episode 0
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3:57
Bonus! The top four things you can do in 2022 as an eco-minimalist raising kids
In this bonus episode - I review the top five episodes of 2021 (season one), and share four things you can do in 2022 to help you and your kids manage your mind, body, community, and planet.
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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25:31
How to graciously tell someone: "no gifts, please" for yourself and your kids - ep. 19
In this episode, I'm talking about a topic that everyone is talking about (just not to each other). And that topic is how to tell someone: "no gifts, please". As we move into the holiday season, many people are wondering how they c...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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35:21
A Low (zero) Waste Halloween with Kids - Ep. 018
Americans spend BILLIONs of dollars a year on Halloween celebrations. The amount of waste that goes into the items we buy is a lot. Not to mention, expensive! I even give lots of ideas to the common question: what do I hand out to trick or trea...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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32:50
Boundaries & Simply Sustainable Parenting with Lindsay Short - Ep. 17
In this episode, I'm talking with Lindsay Short of Simply Sustainable Parenting. Lindsay and I cover a variety of topics, but the meat of the episode is focused on something I think many of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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39:42
How to Stop Overscheduling - Ep. 16
Research shows that kids who are overscheduled don't eat as well, sleep as well, or make friends as well as kids who aren't overscheduled. Additionally, overscheduling kids when they're younger can lead to things like anxiety, depression, and h...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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25:14
Raising Young Changemakers with Stacy C Bauer - Ep. 15
The future of our planet can sometimes feel very bleak - especially for those of us who have kids. Oftentimes we find ourselves asking what their future will look like, how much weight will they have to carry, and what will become of our societ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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40:32
Science for kids at home (and why it's important) with Medinah Eatman - Ep. 14
You know science is important, but do you really know why? How does incorporating science for kids at home help with living sustainably? And what about kids who don't have access to good science learning? In this episode, I'm talking wi...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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41:38
What is light pollution (and why is it a problem) with Caitlin Johnson - Ep. 13
Artificial light pollution at night - what is it? Why is it a problem - especially for us and our kids? In this week's episode, I'm talking with Caitlin Johnson, founder of the Twin Cities (Minnesota) chapter of the International Dark Sky Organ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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35:00
How to reduce plastic with kids (and is it all bad?) - Ep. 12
Single-use plastic and kids. They seem to go hand and hand, right? During the month of July, millions around the world partake in a challenge called 'Plastic Free July'. But reducing plastic can be daunting and overwhelming. And what if I...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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34:55
How to compost at home with kids with Jen Panaro - Ep. 11
Have you ever wondered how to compost at home? Or maybe you've thought about it but feel overwhelmed. Maybe you're already a composter but interested in learning about other methods, or how to get kids involved. In this ep...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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37:46