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Change Cycle

Christine Yeager
Extended Producer Responsibility
Circular Economy
Sustainability
Recycling
Oregon
Change Management
California
Colorado
Waste Management
Composting
Personal Sustainability
Litter Gitter
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
Material Mapping
Textiles
Water Conservation
Community Engagement
People, Planet, Profit
Diversity In Construction
Sustainable Living

The amount of waste in the world will not go down if consumers and society refuse to make sustainability a key priority. In today’s highly globalized and commercialized world, recycling cannot continue to fail us. The amount of waste that could be recycled, and therefore the carbon emissions that could be avoided, are too large to ignore. We know circularity is not the only solution to climate cha... more

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In this episode of Change Cycle, host Christine Yeager explores how breakthrough university research and student-led innovation are powering the circular economy. Many people assume academic projects stay trapped in labs, but young entrepreneurs are ... more

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Scaling mixed plastics recycling requires moving past lab experiments into viable commercial operations. In this conversation, host Christine Yeager sits down with Dr. Julie Curley, founder and CEO of EsterCycle, to discuss breaking down complex pack... more

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Navigating packaging compliance gets tricky when regulatory definitions don't match market realities. Circular economy strategist Christine Yeager tackles the complex role of Chemical Recycling in state Extended Producer Responsibility frameworks. Sh... more

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Scaling circular economy operations requires turning sustainability strategies into capital expenditures that businesses can actually execute. Host Christine Yeager connects with Brandon Lapsys, CEO of Viably, to unpack what it takes to drive real ch... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Curley
Founder and CEO of EsterCycle
EsterCycle
Episode: Transforming Mixed Plastics Recycling For Commercial Scale With Dr. Julie Curley
Brandon Lapsys
Executive/Founder at Viably
Viably
Episode: How Waste Processing Drives Circular Economy Scale With Brandon Lapsys
Phoebe Tan
Founder of Taelor, AI-powered men's clothing subscription and rental service
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Episode: Scaling Circular Fashion With AI Data And Smart Logistics with Phoebe Tan
Meghan Ibach
Product zero waste specialist for Eco Products across the Rockies, Pacific Northwest, parts of the Southwest
Eco Products
Episode: How Certified Compostable Packaging Drives Real Circular Economy Impact with Meghan Ibach
Kate Bailey
Chief Policy Officer, Association of Plastics Recyclers
Association of Plastics Recyclers
Episode: How Colorado’s Packaging EPR Law Became Reality: Lessons In Circular Economy, Sustainability, And Policy Change With Kate Bailey
Vale Sigrist
Founder of Circular Mom Club
Circular Mom Club
Episode: Convenience As A Catalyst: How Circular Mom Club Is Disrupting Kid’s Fashion With Vale Siegrist
Kevin Hartley
Former Chief Innovation Officer and Chief Strategy Officer at Keurig Green Mountain, co-founder of Cambio
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Episode: From Plastic To Purpose: How Cambio Roasters Is Reinventing K-Cups With Sustainable Aluminum Innovation With Kevin Hartley
Christina Ross
Head of science and impact at Credo Beauty
Credo Beauty
Episode: Sustainable Industry Actions Without Policy Forcing Them - Interview With Credo Beauty
Allison Reser Hamburger
Director of Sustainability and Innovation at the Pet Sustainability Coalition
Pet Sustainability Coalition
Episode: Maintaining Sustainability In The Pet Industry With Allison Reser Hamburger

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Christine Yeager
Host of Change Cycle

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Great insights to navigate change

    I love listening to Christine‘s podcast. It’s always thought provoking and helps me think about how to navigate change better in work and in life

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    5
    AvaLalaCoaching
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome insights into a rapidly changing world

    Enjoyed Christine’s perspectives and great guests. Subscribed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agupta33040511
    United Statesa year ago

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Thought-provoking, with strong, practical guest.selection.
Insightful take on change management in sustainability topics.
Clear, actionable guidance for navigating regulatory shifts and market changes.
Engaging host with a strong emphasis on real-world impact.

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Transforming Mixed Plastics Recycling For Commercial Scale With Dr. Julie Curley
Q: What practical advice would you give to sustainability leaders facing change?
Lean on a trusted advisor network, be willing to leap in, articulate clear scale plans and costs, and embrace collaboration—change is ongoing, and success depends on building the right team and systems around you.
Transforming Mixed Plastics Recycling For Commercial Scale With Dr. Julie Curley
Q: What are the biggest market challenges for bioplastics recycling today?
The main hurdles are economic—virgin plastic remains cheaper than recycled material—and the need for reliable end markets and curbside/infrastructure improvements to capture adequate feedstocks.
Transforming Mixed Plastics Recycling For Commercial Scale With Dr. Julie Curley
Q: What makes EsterCycle different from other bioplastics initiatives?
EsterCycle focuses on recycling mixed bioplastics at scale using a chemical process, turning waste streams into feedstock and aiming to operate at commercial throughput rather than just lab scale, supported by advanced sorting and economic analyses.
How Certified Compostable Packaging Drives Real Circular Economy Impact with Meghan Ibach
Q: How do you convince a hauler or a compost facility to accept certified compostable packaging in their system?
Present data from field tests and real-world trials, offer hands-on support, and align the packaging design with the facility's specific process to reduce contamination and improve throughput.
Maintaining Sustainability In The Pet Industry With Allison Reser Hamburger
Q: Can you give the audience a rundown of what sustainability means in the pet industry?
Allison explains that sustainability in the pet industry centers on aligning healthy pet products with planetary health, focusing on ingredient sourcing, packaging circularity, and governance. The goal is to reduce environmental impact while maintaining affordability and product performance, with an emphasis on practical steps over abstract ideals.

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What is Change Cycle about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical pathways to scale circularity in business, policy, and packaging. Across episodes, listeners hear from policy makers, brand leaders, and sustainability experts about how Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and related regulatory changes reshape strategy, finance, and operations. Topics frequently cover funding for infrastructure, end-market development, coalition-building, and real-world implementations of circular packaging, with hosts highlighting actionable steps for compliance, governance, and driving measurable environmental and business results. A standout through-line is approaching sustainability as an iterative, systemic change process—requiring resilience, cross-sector collaboration, and clear demo... more

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1. Julia Curley
2. Brandon Lapsys
3. Phoebe Tan
4. Meghan Ibach
5. Kate Bailey
6. Vale Sigrist
7. Kevin Hartley
8. Christina Ross

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