Posts by Adam Cunningham
I Bet We Agree on More Than You Think
The right and left wings of the US need to start working together. Together they can bring balance back to this country. Everyday I read in the news about issues we should all be fighting over. Lately the stories about Kavanaugh are gobbling up every headline. People are sitting on the edge of their seats…
Read MoreInterview with Rami Abdel from Alter Experiences
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS | MoreThis week on Live to Sustain we sit down with Co-Founder of Alter Experiences, Rami Abdel. He and his wife Shantel Seoane, who is CEO & Co-Founder of Alter Experiences, started their company in 2016. Glamping is a growing trend in the US right now. According to…
Read MoreThese are the behind the scenes heroes of sustainability
Implementing sustainability requires more than a desire for change and a hope that someone else will make it happen. Sustainability requires hard work, innovation, intelligence, passion and science. In our latest podcast, What Does Sustainability Mean?, we help listeners understand sustainability by providing them with some basic definitions. Our intentions are always to break down what…
Read MoreWhat Does Sustainability Mean?
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS | More What does sustainability mean? Its a complex question with many answers. In today’s episode, Live to Sustain explains in more detail what sustainability means. Sustainability can be broken down into 3 sub-categories: Environmental, Economic, Social. A balance between these “pillars of sustainability” is required for…
Read MoreSocial Progress Index vs. GDP
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS | MoreIn this episode, Laura and Adam explain what the Social Progress Index is and how it compares to the GDP (Gross Domestic Product) as a measure of a countries health and well-being. GDP is a sum of the value of all goods and services produced in…
Read MoreBe Constructive Not Destructive
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS | More Live to Sustain is podcasting! Laura and Adam recently sat down to chat about being constructive vs destructive. We discuss: How to better communicate with loved ones and friends Being unifying not divisive Finding common ground Empathy Constructive criticism Electric Scooter Mania Solutions to the…
Read MoreInterview with Al Smith of Hawaii Ocean Ambassadors
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS | More Many people talk, Al Smith walks. Al is a great example of someone taking action. He and his ocean ambassadors take part in regular beach clean ups. Take a look at their Beach Clean Ups page on the groups website to get a better sense…
Read MoreTalking Sustainability with Aaron Taylor
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS | More We recently sat down with Aaron Taylor to chat about his experience in sustainable fashion. Growing up as a Southern California surfer, he learned at a young age to appreciate the importance of sustainability. We talk about: Sustainable fabrics and sourcing Aaron’s inspiration for pursuing…
Read MoreThe EPA is confusing me
I always thought the EPA was put in place to keep our environment and the people in it safe. So when I hear in the news that the EPA had to be forced by a court order to issue a ban on pesticides known to be harmful to people, I am utterly confused. Add to…
Read MoreReusable Napkins – A Lesson in Patience
At Live to Sustain we advocate for a paper towel free lifestyle. At home Laura and I do not use disposable paper towels. We pieced together a napkin set of about 30 or so cloth napkins. Some were bought at the swap meet for pennies. The rest we found while cleaning out some old stored…
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