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Change Cycle

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

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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With headlines claiming that only a small fraction of plastic ever gets recycled, it is natural to question: is recycling real, or is it just a persistent myth? In this episode, Christine Yeager breaks down the complex reality behind residential recy... more

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Polystyrene often faces immense public scrutiny, but expanding polystyrene recycling requires building robust infrastructure rather than relying on empty slogans. In this episode, host Christine Yeager sits down with Justin Riney, Commercial Sustaina... more

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Navigating modern packaging regulations demands a direct look at practical EPR policy realities. Host Christine Yeager cuts through public skepticism to unpack what is genuinely happening across courtrooms, state agencies, and material recovery facil... more

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Extended Producer Responsibility is sweeping the nation, but packaging rules don't easily translate to used clothes. Host Christine Yeager sits down with Jessica Franken to unpack how modern Textile Recycling Policy collides with a hundred-year-old r... more

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Justin Riney
Commercial Sustainability Manager for the Americas at INEOS Styrolution and chair of the Polystyrene Recycling Alliance
INEOS Styrolution
Episode: How Polystyrene Recycling Is Winning The Circular Economy Debate With Justin Riney
Jessica Franken
Expert on textile recycling and EPR
SMART (Secondary Materials and Recycle Textiles Association)
Episode: Navigating Textile Circularity And Policy With Jessica Franken
Kathryn Walker
Executive Director, New York State Center for Sustainable Materials Management at SUNY ESF
SUNY ESF
Episode: Bridging The Systems Gap In Sustainable Materials Management With Kathryn Walker
Julia Curley
Founder and CEO of EsterCycle
EsterCycle
Episode: Transforming Mixed Plastics Recycling For Commercial Scale With Dr. Julia 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
Taelor
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

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Christine Yeager
Host of Change Cycle

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.8k 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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    AvaLalaCoaching
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome insights into a rapidly changing world

    Enjoyed Christine’s perspectives and great guests. Subscribed!

    Apple Podcasts
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    agupta33040511
    United Statesa year ago

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Great insights to navigate change—thought-provoking and practical.
Awesome insights into a rapidly changing world with strong guests.

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How Polystyrene Recycling Is Winning The Circular Economy Debate With Justin Riney
Q: If you were going to give somebody advice who is leading uncomfortable change, what would be three or so things you would emphasize?
Riney recommends having empathy and patience, explaining how the change benefits the people involved, and listening to feedback without becoming defensive.
How Polystyrene Recycling Is Winning The Circular Economy Debate With Justin Riney
Q: What did you bring to change their mind?
Riney says the alliance assembled a narrative linking collection, recycling, and end markets, supported by validated data showing that expanded polystyrene transport packaging exceeds the 30% recycling threshold.
Navigating Textile Circularity And Policy With Jessica Franken
Q: Tell us about SMART and its role in textile circularity.
SMART is the Secondary Materials and Recycle Textiles Association, a nearly 100-year-old trade group whose members include companies involved in collection, sorting, recycling (mechanical and chemical), and exporting textiles to prevent landfill disposal and keep materials circulating.
Navigating Textile Circularity And Policy With Jessica Franken
Q: How do you live with intention in your work and personal life?
I focus on personal boundaries and authenticity, which helps me be more productive, honest in dealings with clients, and create trustworthy, lasting relationships that support the broader work.
Bridging The Systems Gap In Sustainable Materials Management With Kathryn Walker
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about what the Center for Sustainable Materials Management does?
The center focuses on product stewardship (EPR for paper and packaging), conducting data-driven research, advising state policymakers, updating green procurement specifications, expanding recycling markets, and engaging in outreach. They also pilot and scale solutions with government agencies, universities, and industry partners, aiming to improve both the supply and demand for recycled materials.

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A solutions-forward show focused on accelerating the circular economy through practical policy, industry, and technology insights. Episodes center on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), recycling infrastructure, materials management, and real-world deployments—from bioplastics and compostable packaging to waste processing and circular fashion. Guests range from policymakers and researchers to startup founders and sustainability practitioners, offering data-driven strategies, implementation tips, and leadership guidance for driving measurable environmental and business impact.

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4. Julia Curley
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7. Meghan Ibach
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