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HappyPorch Radio: Circular Economy & Technology

Barry O'Kane
Circular Economy
Artificial Intelligence
Wearr
Repair
Technology
Circular Connect
Kolekt
Waste Data
Product As a Service
Data
Munich
Fashion Rental
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
Rental Economy
Firmhouse
Homecycle
Advanced Clothing Solutions
Cirkel Supply
BIYU
Extended Producer Responsibility

The Circular Economy technology podcast that explores how technology can enable the transition to a circular economy. As we face major global issues such as climate change, waste crises, and biodiversity loss, it's clear that the traditional linear economy needs to change. We must transform how we manage resources, make and use products, and deal with materials at the end of their life. A circular... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when unwanted laptops and phones become more than just an e-waste problem?

In this episode of HappyPorch Radio, Barry O'Kane speaks with Elaine Brown, Chief Executive of The Edinburgh Remakery, a social enterprise and charity working at... more

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The tailoring workforce in the US has been shrinking for decades. And the ones that remain aren't easy to find or get an appointment with.

In this episode of HappyPorch Radio, Barry O'Kane speaks with Robin Atkinson and Cash Acrey, the husband-and-w... more

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Most commercial kitchens have no clear picture of what they are throwing away, when, or why.

In this episode of HappyPorch Radio, Barry O'Kane speaks with Anastasia Dellis, CEO of Orbisk, a platform that uses AI and computer vision to make food wast... more

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The same handbag. Thirty different platforms. Hundreds of dollars between listings. And no way to know what it's actually worth.

In this episode of HappyPorch Radio, Barry O'Kane speaks with Chris Lucas, founder and CEO of Secondsense, a platform th... more

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Recent Guests

Robin Atkinson
Founder and CEO of Upkept
Upkept
Episode: Repair at Scale with Robin Atkinson and Cash Acrey - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Cash Acrey
CFO and CTO of Upkept; finance professor
Upkept
Episode: Repair at Scale with Robin Atkinson and Cash Acrey - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Anastasia Dellis
CEO of Orbisk
Orbisk
Episode: How AI Makes Food Waste Visible with Anastasia Dellis - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Chris Lucas
Founder and CEO of Secondsense
Secondsense
Episode: Why Data Is the Crown Jewel in Luxury Resale with Chris Lucas - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Tom Passmore
CIO and co-founder of Disposal
Disposal
Episode: Waste data and the magic away place with Tom Passmore - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Thierry Sanders
Founder of Kolekt
Kolekt
Episode: Curiosity Before Technology: Building Kolekt with Thierry Sanders - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Amelia Woodley
Sustainability leader with ~25 years of experience
Self-described sustainability leader, former roles across nuclear, defense, construction, rail, and retail
Episode: Logic and Magic: The Human Side of Circular Transformation with Amelia Woodley and Vin Sharma - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Vin Sharma
Researcher focused on the social dimension of the circular economy
University of Exeter
Episode: Logic and Magic: The Human Side of Circular Transformation with Amelia Woodley and Vin Sharma - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Lika van Kerkhoven
Co-founder of Green Pulse, Netherlands-based company that decommissions used medical equipment.
Green Pulse
Episode: Circular Marketplace for Medical Equipment with Lieke van Kerkhoven - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic

Hosts

Barry O'Kane
Host of Happy Porch Radio; known for driving conversations on circular economy, technology, and market ecosystems; often collaborates with co-hosts to unpack complex topics.
Jo Weston
Co-host who facilitates discussions and shapes episode narrative; focuses on circular business models and practical implementation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Insightful discussions on circular economy + tech

    This show has been a delightful discovery. Barry & Emily are extremely smart and kind hosts. The conversations are relaxed and comfortable and feature guests who are doing amazing work for the circular economy. Highly recommend if you are interested in more advanced CE discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The sisters
    Netherlands3 years ago
  • A great set of interviews. Each season brings new interesting insights.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mgifford
    6 years ago
  • The insider information for those at the coal fa e of web development

    Happy porch is a podcast for the people in and around the digital development community with a focus on digital agencies and content management systems Like Umbraco.

    Find out how agencies are using the tools and the community to build and grow clients, and build better tools to service clients.

    The second season focuses on umbraco and the community that has grown around it and supports it.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    rav42
    United Kingdom9 years ago
  • Happy Porch deserves a hi5yr

    Fantastic podcast covering all things Umbraco. This is what was missing from my podcast collection.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MykeBates
    United States9 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests consistently praised for practical insights and real-world applicability.
Some reviews mention a strong focus on circular tech that's especially valuable for practitioners.
Praise for approachable hosting style that makes complex topics accessible.
Listeners appreciate balanced discussions between data-driven analysis and human-centric change.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How AI Makes Food Waste Visible with Anastasia Dellis - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Q: What makes Orbisk's approach different for busy kitchens?
The system is designed to be frictionless and plug-and-play, requiring no extra steps from staff, with instant setup, no pause-dispose features, and AI-driven recommendations that chefs can accept or reject.
How AI Makes Food Waste Visible with Anastasia Dellis - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Q: What is Orbisk and how does it work in a kitchen?
Orbisk uses a camera over a waste bin linked to a scale to capture everything discarded, with AI identifying containers, ingredients, and waste, and a dashboard delivering tailored insights to each role in the operation.
Why Data Is the Crown Jewel in Luxury Resale with Chris Lucas - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Q: How did you decide to turn this into a business so quickly after the TikTok moment?
I acted quickly when the opportunity appeared, leveraging the viral moment to fundraise and build a team; the momentum beat overthinking, leading to a rapid, truly entrepreneurial sprint toward product and market fit.
Why Data Is the Crown Jewel in Luxury Resale with Chris Lucas - Exploring Circular Tech: Technology isn't magic
Q: Tell me what the product looks like today and who your audience is.
The consumer platform secondsense.co aggregates listings from multiple vendors, normalizes attributes like size and material, and shows the fair market value based on comparable transactions, aimed at luxury handbag shoppers who want price transparency and confidence in buying secondhand.
Renting vs as-a-service with Patrick Hypscher
Q: What led you to circularity and to start Circularity.fm?
My background in business economics and philosophy, combined with hands-on entrepreneurial work in SaaS, drew me to circularity as the natural extension of building economic models that serve people and the planet. My experience at Bosch Siemens Home Appliances exposed me to circular business models like BlueMovement, which shaped my path.

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The show centers on how technology accelerates circular economy initiatives, with in-depth conversations about data, platforms, and services that enable sustainable business models. Episodes frequently explore rental and as-a-service approaches, repair and care in consumer journeys, and policy/data considerations that shape circular design. Notable strengths include practical, hands-on guest stories, a focus on real-world implementation, and a willingness to tackle governance, partnerships, and global scalability. Listeners are likely to be practitioners and decision-makers in sustainability, product, and tech fields who want actionable insights for building or investing in circular solutions.

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