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In this episode recorded live at Bard College's Brooklyn campus, Bard MBA faculty member Dr. Michael Shuman interviews Karla Pinzón, manager of curriculum development at Solar One. Karla discusses her vision for sustainability in New York City throug... more

In this live episode recorded during Climate Week NYC 2025, Bard MBA professor Renay Loper hosts a conversation with Alec Turnbull, co-founder of Climate Tech Cities and the Climate Film Festival, and Lauren Kiel, Global Head of Community Innovation ... more

In this special live episode recorded at Bard College's Brooklyn campus, host Renay Loper sits down with Reagan Richmond, a 2017 Bard MBA graduate who consults Fortune 500 companies on climate strategy, and Eban Goodstein, who leads Bard's Graduate P... more

In this episode, Bard MBA candidate Milana Pakes interviews Tamara Stands and Looks Back-Spotted Tail about creating sustainable earth-block housing for the Shanju Lakota tribe. Tamara shares her entrepreneurial journey from jewelry artist to sustain... more

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Recent Guests

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
Michael Shuman
Practitioner faculty member at Bard and a sustainability advocate
Bard College
Episode: Dr. Michael Shuman and Karla Pinzón on Local Power and Green Workforce Development
Reagan Richmond
Consultant for Fortune 500 companies on climate strategy and transition plans
Big Four Accounting Firm
Episode: Redefining Sustainable Business in 2025 - A Live Conversation with Reagan Richmond and Eban Goodstein
Eban Goodstein
Leader of Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability
Bard College
Episode: Redefining Sustainable Business in 2025 - A Live Conversation with Reagan Richmond and Eban Goodstein
Tamara Stands and looks back Spotted Tail
Founder of Lakota Women Business and member of the Sikandju Lakota tribe.
Lakota Women Business, LLC
Episode: Tamara Stands and Looks Back-Spotted Tail on Indigenous Entrepreneurship - Building Sustainable Housing Through Cultural Values
Lenore Kantor
Founder of Growth Warrior and an MBA career advisor at Bard College
Growth Warrior
Episode: Lenore Kantor on Authentic Alchemy - From Corporate Crisis to Personal Transformation
Ngozi Okaro
Executive Director of Custom Collaborative, a non-profit training immigrant and low-income women in sustainable fashion
Custom Collaborative
Episode: Donald Pollard Jr. & Ngozi Okaro on Fashion's Future: Balancing Innovation, Sustainability, and Ethics
Donald Pollard
Luxury retail expert, menswear designer, and professor in the College of Retailing, Hospitality, and Sport Management
University of South Carolina
Episode: Donald Pollard Jr. & Ngozi Okaro on Fashion's Future: Balancing Innovation, Sustainability, and Ethics
Michelle Gabriel
Designer, educator, director of the Masters of Science Program in Sustainable Fashion at IE NYC, former senior director at Mara Hoffman
IE NYC
Episode: Michelle Gabriel & Ken Pucker on Fashion Industry Sustainability - Policy, Education, and Business Innovation

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Renee Loper
Host of Lead The Change focusing on sustainability and innovative business practices.

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!

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    5
    Rebmarebma
    United States7 months 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 States7 months 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
    Philippines4 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
    Germany4 years ago

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Listeners highly value the insightful conversations that connect sustainability with business practices.

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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.
Communicating Climate in 2025 - Navigating Polarization with Action and Authenticity
Q: What do you think will surprise us in the shift of climate messaging over the next few years?
There's hope that the silent majority will begin to speak openly about climate and that personal experiences will drive conversations.
Communicating Climate in 2025 - Navigating Polarization with Action and Authenticity
Q: Do you agree that the urgency narrative is not really working anymore?
Yes, while the urgency narrative was valuable, there's a need to shift towards focusing on incremental progress and making the conversation personal and relatable.
Redefining Sustainable Business in 2025 - A Live Conversation with Reagan Richmond and Eban Goodstein
Q: What strategies are actually being done to drive progress in sustainable business?
Companies are broadening their risk discussions from just climate risk to also include nature risk, understanding their dependencies on natural ecosystems and taking action towards sustainable practices in their operations.

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Focusing on the intersection of business and sustainability, episodes typically highlight innovative practices and emerging strategies for a sustainable future. The content covers a wide range of topics, from climate change communication and corporate responsibility to sustainable fashion and Indigenous entrepreneurship. Noteworthy is the emphasis on community engagement and empowerment, showcasing how local initiatives can drive broader change. Guests often include experts and practitioners in sustainability, making the insights highly relevant for professionals aspiring to implement actionable solutions in their fields.

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