Source of Good

Hueman Group Media and Cascale
Source of Good

We go beyond the label of your favorite products to show you all the ingenious ways they are being made better for the environment, better for people, and better for our future. In each episode, you’ll hear brands and manufacturers break down how they’re making products more sustainably. Source of Good is a co-production of award-winning producer Hueman Group Media and Cascale, the global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 1 HR AGO

    A Circular Economy Sofa with Dunelm

    Would you throw away a whole sofa because of one stain? Sometimes we have to, but those giant pieces of furniture wreak havoc on landfills. That's why Dunelm designed its Full Circle Sofa with modular pieces that can be swapped out, repaired, and even recycled. Lisa Ly, Senior Sustainability Manager at Dunelm, one of the UK's largest home furnishings retailers, explains this and other groundbreaking initiatives in its "Good and Circular" approach. To learn more about Dunelm, visit www.dunelm.com Check out Dunelm’s line of Full Circle Sofas: www.dunelm.com/category/home-and-furniture/furniture/sofas-and-chairs/full-circle-sofas Produced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 min

  2. 14 JAN

    The Power of Eucalyptus with Sappi Verve

    Did you know that eucalyptus trees grow more than six feet in a single year? It’s true! This is one reason why Sappi Verve uses eucalyptus to manufacture dissolving pulp, which becomes viscose. On today’s episode, Krelyne Andrew, Sappi Verve’s General Manager of Sustainability, explains how eucalyptus can help make more sustainable products. To learn more about Sappi Verve, visit www.sappi.com/the-spirit-of-verve Check out Gerber Childrenswear’s line of clothes made of sustainable viscose here: https://www.gerberchildrenswear.com/collections/our-softest-edit Produced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    14 min

  3. 17/12/2024

    From Farm to Closet: the Icon Coat by Eileen Fisher

    The timeless style Eileen Fisher is known for isn’t just a product of its creative design. It’s also linked to the brand’s sustainable sourcing and practices. In this episode, Susan Scow, Sustainability Specialist at Eileen Fisher, breaks down the steps to produce one iconic piece.  To learn more about Eileen Fisher’s Icon Coat, visit: eileenfisher.com Produced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    14 min

  4. 03/12/2024

    How To Make Clothes From Wood with Lenzing and Reformation

    Trees are more than just bark, branches and leaves. They contain a secret ingredient that is critical to a more sustainable fashion industry. In this episode, Thomas Matiz, Product Sustainability Specialist at Lenzing Group, takes us into a fairy tale world where responsibly managed forests become fabric. Except, it’s not magic. It’s science.  To learn more about Lenzing visit lenzing.com   Check out Reformation’s line of TENCEL-based clothing at thereformation.com/collections/tencel Produced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min

  5. 12/11/2024

    Can Sneakers Be Carbon-Neutral? with Brooks Running

    If you’re a runner, you probably know about Brooks Running’s legendary Ghost sneaker. In this episode, Gabriel Mens, Sustainability Manager at Brooks Running, walks – or should I say runs - us through the process of building a truly sustainable shoe.  To learn more about Brooks Runnings, visit www.brooksrunning.com Produced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min

  6. 29/10/2024

    Turning Trash Into Treasure with Recover and Primark

    Making clothes out of recycled cotton may sound like a new idea, but Recover has been doing it for 75 years. Based in southeastern Spain, the textile company is a leading expert in turning old clothes and industrial waste into new garments. In this episode, Orsolya Janossy, Recover’s Senior Sustainability Manager, breaks down Recover's process, the importance of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and why clothes made from recycled materials just makes sense. To learn more about Recover, visit recoverfiber.com Check out Recover’s collaboration with Primark here: recoverfiber.com/collaborations/primark Produced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min

  7. 15/10/2024

    The Factory for the Future with CIEL Textile and Levi’s

    How does a clothing factory become a force for positive change? In this episode, we explore CIEL Textile’s AQUARELLE Samudra facility, a sun-drenched building powered by renewable energy surrounded by low-impact landscaping and boasting programs that foster a vibrant workforce. Listen as Sarbajit Ghose, Asia Executive Director of CIEL Textile, shares their innovative and sustainable approach to manufacturing. To learn more about CIEL Textile, visit cieltextile.com Check out Levi’s Classic Western Shirt here Produced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min

  8. 01/10/2024

    From Climbing Glaciers To Saving Them: The Rick Ridgeway Story

    We kick off our first season with a true legend: mountaineer, environmentalist, writer, filmmaker and Cascale co-founder, Rick Ridgeway. In this episode, Rick recounts how his breathtaking adventures on the world’s highest peaks ignited a lifelong commitment to sustainability. He takes us behind-the-scenes on the creation of Cascale and the Higg Index tools. Produced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min

  9. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Introducing: Source of Good

    We go beyond the label of your favorite products to show you all the ingenious ways they are being made better for the environment, better for people, and better for our future. In each episode, you’ll hear brands and manufacturers break down how they’re making their products more sustainably. Source of Good is a co-production of award-winning producer Hueman Group Media and Cascale, global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2 min

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About

We go beyond the label of your favorite products to show you all the ingenious ways they are being made better for the environment, better for people, and better for our future. In each episode, you’ll hear brands and manufacturers break down how they’re making products more sustainably. Source of Good is a co-production of award-winning producer Hueman Group Media and Cascale, the global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Hueman Group Media and Cascale
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Hueman Group Media
  • Show Website
    Source of Good

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