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Sustainability
Renewable Energy
Climate Change
Community Engagement
Circular Economy
Sustainable Development
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Interconnection
Sustainable Fashion
Public Policy
Sustainable Brands
Bard College
Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Justice
Corporate Responsibility
Mardi Gras
Energy Storage
Greenlight Energy Group
Fashion Sustainability
ESG

Exploring leadership and innovation in the field of sustainability.

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In this episode, Bard MBA candidate Ana Caka interviews Zainab James, founder of Vaz House Café, a jazz-inspired Caribbean specialty coffee shop launching in Manchester, Connecticut. Zainab traces the café's origins to making morning coffee for her g... more

In this episode, Bard MBA student Seamus Heady interviews Kristy Drutman, founder of Brown Girl Green and Green Jobs Board, about using creative storytelling to make climate work feel human, joyful, and actionable. Kristy explains why leaning into jo... more

In this episode, Bard MBA student Eric Sargent interviews John Edel, founder and director of Bubbly Dynamics, about transforming derelict Chicago industrial buildings into closed-loop ecosystems for small businesses. John shares the story behind The ... more

Renay sits down with Leonard E. Robinson — over forty-five years in environmental management, appointee under four California governors, former Acting Director and Chief Deputy Director of California's Department of Toxic Substances Control, Partner ... more

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Recent Guests

Ana Caka
MBA candidate
Bard College MBA in Sustainability
Episode: Coffee, Records, and Community: Launching a Purpose-Driven Cafe Featuring Zainab James
Seamus Heady
MBA candidate, filmmaker and documentarian
Flash Valley Films / Bard collaboration
Episode: Kristy Drutman on Climate Storytelling: Building Joy, Community, and Action in the Digital Age
Kristy Drutman
Founder of Brown Girl Green and the Green Jobs Board; creator of The Green Jobs Show
Brown Girl Green, Green Jobs Board
Episode: Kristy Drutman on Climate Storytelling: Building Joy, Community, and Action in the Digital Age
John Edel
Founder and Director of Bubbly Dynamics
Bubbly Dynamics (The Plant, Chicago)
Episode: John Edel on Adaptive Reuse and Circular Economy: From Meatpacking Plant to Thriving Industrial Ecosystem
Bill Fotsch
Engineer by training, long-time advocate of economic engagement and employee ownership models
Independent consultant/author on economic engagement
Episode: Bill Fotsch on Economic Engagement: How Employee Ownership Builds Businesses That Flourish
Ayana Fernandez-Pilgrim
Faculty member, Bard MBA program; founder and CEO of the Talent Cornerstone
Talent Cornerstone / Bard College
Episode: Ayana Fernandes Pilgrim on AI, Equity & Hiring — Navigating Change Without Losing Our Humanity
Carrie Ellen Phillips
Co-founding partner of BPCM Marketing and PR Agency, advisor to Bard MBA in sustainability, and architect of the New York Fashion Act.
BPCM Marketing
Episode: Carrie Ellen Phillips & Erin Beatty on Sustainable Fashion - From Policy to Upcycling
Erin Beatty
Fashion designer and entrepreneur, founder of Rentrayage, former creative director at Tory Burch.
Rentrayage
Episode: Carrie Ellen Phillips & Erin Beatty on Sustainable Fashion - From Policy to Upcycling
Karla Pinzón
Manager of curriculum development at Solar One
Solar One
Episode: Dr. Michael Shuman and Karla Pinzón on Local Power and Green Workforce Development

Hosts

Renee Loper
Host of Lead The Change
Renay Loper
Host of Lead The Change

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Great source for the future of sustainability and more

    High quality show, great production, amazing guests. Great source for keeping in touch with what’s happening on the front edges of climate solutions and more. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rebmarebma
    United Statesa year ago
  • Interesting guests

    Started listening this year and have found a few really interesting episodes about waste reduction that have been very enlightening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dmd928
    United Statesa year ago
  • Super informative!

    This podcast is an incredible resource for anyone looking to stay updated on the most relevant and innovative changes taking place in the world of business and sustainability. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    The Impact Report podcast, highlights all business and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roweereyes
    Philippines5 years ago
  • I love this podcast

    By far one of the most informing and interesting podcasts ever. This will forever be my favorite podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lolligesau
    Germany5 years ago

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The show is a valuable resource for staying updated on business and sustainability shifts.
High production quality and strong guests that cover forward-thinking sustainability topics.
Guests bring actionable insights on waste, policy, and corporate responsibility.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Coffee, Records, and Community: Launching a Purpose-Driven Cafe Featuring Zainab James
Q: What's the most rewarding part of this journey so far?
The most rewarding moments come from interactions with the community, including people reaching out for jobs who are inspired by Vaz House's values and the sense of belonging it creates.
Coffee, Records, and Community: Launching a Purpose-Driven Cafe Featuring Zainab James
Q: What does a typical day look like for you as a founder in these early days?
She describes a role balancing brand-building, coordinating a small but dedicated team, and pursuing funding opportunities while remaining transparent with customers about timelines and progress.
Coffee, Records, and Community: Launching a Purpose-Driven Cafe Featuring Zainab James
Q: Hey Zainab, it's such a pleasure to have you today. I'm curious how you started the cafe and what inspired you to open it in the first place?
Zainab shares that Vaz House was inspired by her grandfather's memory of coffee and Jamaica's heritage, blending Caribbean-inspired flavors with a direct-trade, sustainable approach, and choosing Manchester, Connecticut for a community anchor.
Dr. Michael Shuman and Karla Pinzón on Local Power and Green Workforce Development
Q: Tell me one or two things I should do that I haven't thought of, that would be really helpful for my agenda.
A public banking system could be established to retain local funds and support local businesses funding, modeled after North Dakota's banking system.
Dr. Michael Shuman and Karla Pinzón on Local Power and Green Workforce Development
Q: What kind of policies do you think need to be done at the city level to facilitate the kind of transition you're thinking about?
We need to engage utility companies on energy efficiency and ensure that local workforce development programs are prioritized to provide options and accessibility for New Yorkers.

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This series centers on leadership and innovation within sustainability, bringing in thought leaders from academia, policy, business, and social enterprise. Episodes frequently explore how capital, policy, and practical actions intersect to advance responsible business, equitable workplaces, and resilient communities. The conversations often highlight local impact, practical implementation of sustainability principles, and the tension between profitability and purpose, with guests offering frameworks for inclusive hiring, community-focused innovation, and climate-smart strategy. The show often features Bard College-affiliated experts and leaders from sustainability-focused nonprofits and firms, which gives it a distinctive emphasis on educat... more

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