Beste Sustainable Future podcasts (2024)

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Wild Summer Weather 28:07

1d ago28:07

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This week Lucas & Eric cover the catastrophic weather events popping up with seemingly increased frequency. Is it El Nino or Climate ChangeDoor Lucas Daniels

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It's been a year!?! 30:11

8d ago30:11

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Well actually 56 weeks, but Lucas & Eric miss things occasionally. On this week's episode of the podcast Lucas & Eric talk homesteading, the immediate threat of the "heat dome" and, of course what has happened on the show over the last year and what to expect going forward.Door Lucas Daniels

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Climate News & Homesteading Wins, Losses & Lessons 33:39

15d ago33:39

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Get ready to dig in! This week on the Broken Shovel Podcast, hosts Eric and Lucas break down the hottest climate news, keeping you informed on the latest developments. Then, they'll be taking listeners on a deep dive into their personal homesteading journeys. Buckle up for an episode packed with hard-won victories, insightful losses, and valuable l…

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Digging into the New Ag Bill 35:35

22d ago35:35

35:35

In this episode of Broken Shovel, Lucas and Eric get down and dirty with the latest Agricultural Bill making its way through Washington. Is it a boon for small farms or a windfall for Big Ag? Lucas kicks things off by outlining the key provisions of the bill, and unpacking what it means for subsidies, conservation programs, and research funding. Er…

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Can AI Save the Farm? (And the Planet?) 32:18

29d ago32:18

32:18

In this episode of Broken Shovel, Eric and Lucas dig into the dirt on a hot topic: Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture. From driverless tractors to disease-detecting drones, AI promises a revolution in farming. But is it a boon or a bust for the future of food? We'll break down the potential benefits – increased yields, reduced waste, and even m…

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Homesteading v. Gardening 48:29

1M ago48:29

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Ever dreamt of a life less ordinary, one filled with fresh eggs, homegrown veggies, and the satisfaction of self-sufficiency? You might be considering homesteading or diving into the gardening world, but what's the difference? This week Eric & Lucas pull back the curtain on both practices.Door Lucas Daniels

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Fresh from the Farm: A History of Farmers Markets & 2024 Vermont Season Update 41:33

1M ago41:33

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Join Eric and Lucas as they harvest the rich history of farmers' markets! They'll explore how these marketplaces, bursting with fresh produce and local goods, first took root and blossomed into the vibrant community centers they are today. But that's not all! Digging into the fertile ground of Vermont, Eric and Lucas will dish the dirt on the excit…

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Episode 12: The Park West Palm - Golf Course or Community Center? 36:03

1M ago36:03

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Dave Andrews is the Director of The Path at The Park West Palm Beach. The Park West Palm project is a golf course designed for everyone to use, from beginners to professionals, with many of the amenities you’d find at a high-end private course. Once The Park was completed, Dave was part of the team brought in to develop programs, including “The Pat…

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Buckle up Buttercup It's Hurricane Season 33:20

2M ago33:20

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Join Lucas and Eric as they dive into all things tornadoes! Get the latest forecast for 2024's tornado season, including areas at risk, and peak months, Is it global boiling or El Nino? Join the conversation on R/eddit, TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Foraging into Spring! 35:39

2M ago35:39

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In this episode of Broken Shovel, Eric and Lucas get their hands dirty (and maybe a little green) as they delve into the exciting world of spring and summer foraging in Central Vermont! Join the conversation on R/eddit, TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Climate Anxiety, up close and personal 34:42

2M ago34:42

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This week Eric and Lucas discuss climate anxiety. How they feel about it, how they deal with and ways you can get support if you need it. 24/7 Crisis Line: 1-877-493-6216 (This is the number to call if you need to speak with someone urgently about anything related to farming life) Main Number: 802-318-5538 (This number is staffed during business ho…

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Climate Change Mitigation on the Homestead 53:18

2M ago53:18

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In this episode of Broken Shovel, Lucas and Eric explore how homesteaders can make a big impact on climate change through small-scale actions. They'll delve into the benefits of planting native trees and shrubs for erosion prevention, a critical step in protecting our precious soil. Ever feel overwhelmed by the climate crisis? Lucas and Eric will a…

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Vermont Forecast: El Niño Out, La Niña In, But What About the Last Frost? 41:08

3M ago41:08

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This week on the show, Eric and Lucas get down in the dirt (well, maybe not literally) with a Vermont forecast unlike any other. We're ditching the 7-day outlook and diving headfirst into the long term! El Niño might be packing its bags, but La Niña's moving in. What does this mean for the Green Mountain State? Will Eric be right about the last fro…

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Vermont Goes Dark: A Total Eclipse Guide (Safety & Sustainability) 49:56

3M ago49:56

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Join Lucas and Eric as they gear up for the astronomical spectacle of the year: the total solar eclipse happening right here in Vermont on April 8th, 2024! They break down the science behind a total solar eclipse and what Vermonters can expect to witness during this rare event. Our hosts emphasize the crucial role of safe eclipse viewing. They'll d…

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Growing Beyond Green: It's Time for Regenerative Ag! 45:57

3M ago45:57

45:57

Ready to ditch the dirt on traditional farming? Buckle up, because Lucas & Eric are getting down and dirty with regenerative agriculture! This week, we're talking about a revolutionary approach that goes beyond just "sustainable." We're diving into practices that heal our soil, boost yields, and even fight climate change. Think farming that's good …

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Governments worldwide prioritize school feeding for its multiple benefits 41:41

3M ago41:41

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Before COVID-19 hit, in January 2020, 388 million children worldwide were being fed every day at school. Soon after lockdowns began, that number plummeted to 18 million, but just two years later, in 2022, it had recovered, and more — school feeding had reached 420 million children. Labelled the world’s largest social security net by the United Nati…

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From Burning Rivers to Cleaner Skies: A History of the EPA 55:49

3M ago55:49

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This week on Broken Shovel, get ready for a deep dive into the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) history! Eric takes the reins, guiding you through the agency's triumphs and tribulations – from tackling environmental disasters like flaming rivers to the ongoing fight for a cleaner future. But wait, there's more! Spring is approaching, and the g…

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From Trash to Treasure: Turning Kitchen Scraps into Black Gold 40:27

4M ago40:27

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This week Eric and Lucas discuss composting! Ever toss banana peels and eggshells down the garbage disposal with a pang of guilt? Well, fret no more, composting comrades! This episode is your one-stop shop for turning kitchen scraps into garden gold. We'll delve into the fascinating world of browns and greens, the dynamic duo of successful composti…

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Water Water, not everywhere 42:21

4M ago42:21

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This week Lucas & Eric talk water. What is it, where is it and why is it disappearing? Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Mining 58:05

4M ago58:05

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This week Lucas & Eric discussed the environmental disaster that is surface mining. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Voices from the World Social Forum 2024 13:08

4M ago13:08

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After interviewing a member of the Nepal organizing committee ahead of opening day, I was excited about covering my first ever World Social Forum (WSF). He suggested that at least 30,000 and as many as 50,000 activists from over 90 countries would attend the three-day event. But day 1 disappointed me. The march through the centre of Kathmandu was l…

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USDA Hardiness zones 48:23

4M ago48:23

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This week Eric & Lucas discuss the change to the USDA hardiness growing zone recommendations. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Greenwashing 51:20

4M ago51:20

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This week Eric & Lucas discuss the practice of Greenwashing consumer products, as well as entire industries. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Mariana Cabugueira: Design and the Metaverse 37:53

4M ago37:53

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It’s becoming difficult to avoid the metaverse. It’s become an inevitability in both the workplace and our social lives, but how can we approach it responsibly? Mariana Cabugueira is an architect in the three dimensional virtual universe. But what does this entail? And what are the ramifications of moving our social and professional lives into a di…

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Solar : From Early Struggles to Future Prospects 37:44

5M ago37:44

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Join Lucas and Eric on "Broken Shovel: Homesteading for a Sustainable Future," as they dive into an intriguing conversation on the evolution of solar energy in Vermont. Unraveling the state's solar voyage since the 1950s, this episode unfolds Vermont's commitment to innovation, environmental consciousness, and community spirit. It highlights how th…

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The rise and fall of the small pickup 39:34

5M ago39:34

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Dive into an all-encompassing episode where we cast light on a myriad of intriguing topics. From the adventurous world of homesteading with the launch of our Versure Artisan and Farmer's Market to the potential future of the classic small pickup truck, we leave no stone unturned in this captivating conversation. We dig deep into the car industry's …

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Vermont Roads 40:09

5M ago40:09

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This week Lucas & Eric are talking about Vermont roads, the state with more dirt roads than any other. Buckle up, Eric gets firey in this one ( language warning ). Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Recycling! 43:40

5M ago43:40

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Recycling! That is good stuff, right? We can all do it, it's just as simple as rinsing a bottle or can and putting it in the right bin. This week Lucas & Eric discuss recycling, how it's grown and changed as a global industry, and what we should expect from our government and neighboring countries. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm…

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Neil Leach: Are we teaching architecture wrong? 41:15

5M ago41:15

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Show Notes: Education simply cannot keep up with the future of design and architecture. Artificial intelligence, quantum computing and machine learning are moving at such a rapid pace that colleges and universities are struggling to keep up. How can we look at the past to prevent a future devoid of creativity and originality? In this episode, Ross …

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Episode 11: Inspiring Diversity and Inclusion in Golf 32:24

5M ago32:24

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Welcome, golf enthusiasts! I'm John Failla, your host on the Golf Sustainability Podcast. In today's episode, we're honored to have Sandy Cross, the Chief People Officer at the PGA of America, as our guest. Sandy will share insights on a topic close to my heart—inspiring diversity and inclusion in golf. In this engaging conversation, Sandy and I de…

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Episode 10: Saving a Golf Course 41:16

6M ago41:16

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Welcome! In today's episode, we're honored to have Tom Coyne, Author and Golf Course Owner. Tom’s vision for reviving Sullivan County Golf Club in 2024 is nothing short of spectacular. With a focus on enhancing both the golfing experience and overall atmosphere, Coyne is set to transform the 180-acre, nine-hole course into a golf destination. On th…

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Episode 9: A Fresh Take at Audubon International 46:55

6M ago46:55

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Welcome to Episode 9 of the Golf Sustainability Podcast! In this timely conversation, host John Failla engages with Frank LaVardera, the Director of Environmental Programs for Golf at Audubon International. Together, they delve into the intricacies of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program (ACSP), the Signature Program, and Audubon International…

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Waste and Fuel use on the Homestead 42:31

6M ago42:31

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Eric and Lucas are kicking off the New Year by talking about waste reporting in China and India when compared to the US, and fuel usage estimates for snow clearing and their impact on the climate. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Birds of Vermont 23:10

6M ago23:10

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This week Lucas & Eric are talking about the birds of Vermont and why biodiversity is so important to a sustainable future. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Trees - it was just a matter of time until we talked about trees. 31:30

6M ago31:30

31:30

This week Eric and Lucas are talking about the forestry and logging industry in Vermont. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.com For a 15% discount on all handmade hearth brooms at brokenshovel802.com enter code HEARTH at checkout, from 11/25-12/25Door Lucas Daniels

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The wide world of fish in Vermont and beyond 31:50

6M ago31:50

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This week Eric and Lucas discuss fishing practices and how fish are being impacted by climate change. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.com For a 15% discount on all handmade hearth brooms at brokenshovel802.com enter code HEARTH at checkout, from 11/25-12/25…

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The path of CFC’s and DDT in history 36:50

7M ago36:50

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This week Lucas & Eric discuss CFCs, DDT, and their history and legacy. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.com For a 15% discount on all handmade hearth brooms at brokenshovel802.com enter code HEARTH at checkout, from 11/25-12/25Door Lucas Daniels

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Episode 8: GCSAA’s Shared Vision for the Future 44:23

7M ago44:23

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Welcome to an engaging episode of the Golf Sustainability Podcast, with host John Failla and Kevin Sunderman, the Chief Operating Officer of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). Kevin, a seasoned executive in the world of golf, presents GCSAA’s inspiring vision for the future. From his early days as a golf enthusiast in r…

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Wolves, Coyotes & Coywolves 29:33

7M ago29:33

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This week Eric & Lucas are discussing the fall and rise of the wolf population, biodiversity, and the advent of the coywolf in the US. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.com For a 15% discount on all handmade hearth brooms at brokenshovel802.com enter code HEARTH at checkout, from 11/25-12/25…

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And finally - time to move on. 15:28

7M ago15:28

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This is the Sustainable Futures Report for Thursday, the 30th of November, and finally, it's time to move on. This is the 477th episode and the final episode after 15 years of publication. After careful consideration I’ve decided that the Sustainable Futures Report will not return. Before I go I’ll take the opportunity to comment on COP28, which st…

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Episode 7: Off Course Golf’s Impact on the Game 46:57

7M ago46:57

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Welcome to a fascinating episode of Golf Sustainability! In this enlightening conversation, your host, John Failla, engages in an in-depth dialogue with Greg Nathan, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Golf Foundation (NGF). Together, they explore the dynamic world of off-course golf and its profound impact on the golf industr…

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The Anthropocene Epoch 48:24

7M ago48:24

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This week Eric and Lucas explore the timeline of the Anthropocene Epoch and discuss every step along the way. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.com For a 15% discount on all hearth brooms at brokenshovel802.com enter code HEARTH at checkout, from 11/25-12/25…

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How design can go beyond plastic with Peter Fiell 41:49

7M ago41:49

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Every era has had a signature material - stone, iron and wood spring to mind. Today, it’s plastic. And our oceans are full of it. The result of this new environment is a demand for design innovation like we’ve never seen before. But as we look forward to this future, it is equally important for designers to look back — reflecting on where we’ve com…

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NCDs are killing the Caribbean 36:17

7M ago36:17

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If I asked you to name the world’s most deadly diseases I’m guessing that you might say HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, cholera, maybe even COVID-19. In fact, those have all been major killers throughout human history – and some like TB continue to be so, especially in low-income countries. But there is one group of diseases that is responsible for the dea…

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Microplastics 37:15

7M ago37:15

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The modern wonder that is plastic, a purely man-made instrument of our own destruction. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.com For a 15% discount on all hearth brooms at brokenshovel802.com enter code HEARTH at checkout, from 11/25-12/25Door Lucas Daniels

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Hunting in Vermont 39:29

8M ago39:29

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This week Lucas and Eric discuss hunting in Vermont and how it is a necessary component of wildlife conservation. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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Charlotte Fiell: what is design thinking today? 46:00

8M ago46:00

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Design is not just a vehicle for commercial gain. Today, it is increasingly viewed as a transformational tool for social change. But what is ‘design thinking’? Charlotte Fiell’s book ‘The Story of Design’ chronicles the history of this approach. In this episode, Charlotte discusses what this means in the era of artificial intelligence and environme…

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Rivers & Hippos OH MY! 29:52

8M ago29:52

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This week Lucas and Eric discuss the impact that climate change is having on rivers and the Columbian Hippo Situation. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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How human creativity will outsmart AI 37:57

8M ago37:57

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Ep. 5. AI has the ability to reference the past, present and future of design in an instant. It’s forced designers to re-think not just what they create, but why they do it. No more art for art’s sake. Far beyond making work that just looks nice, creatives must consider the cognitive meaning behind their work, so AI doesn’t get the upper hand. This…

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Halloween 38:56

8M ago38:56

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This week Eric and Lucas discuss Halloween origins and it's evolution to the plastic production it is today. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDoor Lucas Daniels

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