54: The Fly of Sustainable Fashion (feat. Swap DC)
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With the world getting warmer and the effects of our consumption habits beginning to compound. It encouraging that know there our people like this weeks guest is making moves to make a difference. Zsameria is the founder and curator of SWAP DC. A pop-up event approach to creative recycling in Washington, DC that fosters a fun and diverse community around swapping for residents who want to reduce, reuse and live a more sustainable lifestyle. SWAP DC aims to bring awareness to the consequences of consumerism in  our environment and our culture. In this week's episode we dive into topics such as: The Value of Quality Clothing Getting the Most out of Your Thrifting Experience Building Authentic Community Events  Consequences of our Consumption Habits  How to Reduce Waste at Home  Want to continue the conversation on this week's episode and see the video? Join the Conversation after listening to this episode join the conversation with ⁠The Afro Beets Podcast Patreon⁠. Want to start growing your own food? ⁠Sign up for our email list⁠ to download your free garden location quiz. (replace updated website hyperlink) Want to learn more about our today's guest? Get more information on Swap DC on their Website  Check out Swap DC on Instagram Want to get the word out about the podcast? Leave a ⁠Rating and Review⁠. Connect with us on Instagram and Threads  Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afrobeets/message
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