No Ordinary Cloth: Intersection of textiles, emerging technology, craft and sustainability
Mili TharakanTextiles matter! It is the most ubiquitous and powerful material we live with - it has the power to fulfil both our senses and our soul.
Join Mili Tharakan, a Smart Textiles innovator and researcher with 20+ years of experience, as she speaks to textile makers, engineers, bio-chemists, material scientists, artists, innovators and others who are pushing the boundaries of the Textile and Fashion in... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 35 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Fashion & BeautyDesignArts | |||
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In this episode, we step into very different territory. We leave the factory floor and the chemistry lab behind, pull on our wellies, and head into the wetlands. Our guest is Julian Ellis-Brown, CEO and Co-founder of Ponda — the biomaterials company ... more
We’re used to thinking about sustainability at the point of purchase: what fibres a garment is made from, whether it’s certified or recycled. But the truth is, what we do with a garment after we buy it – how we wash it, whether we repair it, and what... more
We tend to think a running jacket performs because of its fabric. In reality, much of what we experience – the colour, the way water beads on the surface, how quickly it dries – comes from an invisible layer of chemistry added after the fabric is mad... more
Have you taken a close look at the label on your running jacket? It probably mentions a list of materials such as nylon, polyester, elastane — but what it doesn't say is that these materials are born from fossil fuels, made with toxic chemistry, and ... more
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- Accessible and engaging!
Although I am no expert in the fields of textiles, tech, or sustainability, this podcast is engaging, the conversations warm and accessible, and I love how the host draws out personal stories to help the listener connect with the guest.
Apple Podcasts5JamAshPan
United States9 months ago - Inspiring!
This podcast has really helped me get inspired and feel more connected to the textile industry in a way that seems tangible. I love hearing about the newest and potential technologies that already exist, or currently are on the rise. With microplastics overflowing the earth, I believe sustainable textile materials is an extremely important topic going forward.
Apple Podcasts5caeruuleanUnited States2 years ago - Excellent & informative show
I love this podcast, Mili’s show captures the conversations about textiles and technology that you wish you were in the room to hear about!
Apple Podcasts5shinerhilldesign
United Kingdom2 years ago - Perfect Intersection of Textiles & Tech
Whether you have a textile background, a STEM background, or some combo of both, this podcast is for you! The interviews have been so interesting and really brings the technology and textiles in such a unique perspective. I have learned about so many interesting people and work being done by them. Couldn’t recommend this podcast enough!
Apple Podcasts5Michelle_P_OUnited States2 years ago - Fascinating journey into the world of Textiles!
What a wonderful find. Everything you never knew about the world of textiles presented in a captivating way. Definitely recommend.
Apple Podcasts5Juyt76446United Kingdom3 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #228 | United States/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #38 | United Kingdom/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #171 |  Canada/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #79 |  France/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #86 |  Australia/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  Germany/Arts/Design |
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Across recent episodes, the discussions center on how textiles intersect with technology, sustainability, and circular design. Topics range from regenerative cotton farming, soil health, and supply-chain transparency to stitchless garment manufacturing, emotion-driven durability, and the use of high-tech materials and smart textiles. The show often features founders, researchers, and brand leaders unveiling practical innovations, field trials, and ecosystem-building efforts that aim to decarbonize fashion, reduce waste, and empower communities. Noteworthy throughlines include storytelling for certification and mass balance, nearshore manufacturing, and the social dimensions of sustainable fashion, from heritage craft to circular business mo... more
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3. Textile Innovation
4. The Long Thread Podcast
5. The Business of Fashion Podcast
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1. Julian Ellis-Brown
2. Charlotte Krist
3. Shay Sethi
4. Wajahat Hussain
5. Jun Kamei
6. Jean François Benoit
7. Matthias Foessel
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