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Nov 7
1h 10m

Ep 93: Sustainability at the Thanksgivin...

Nethra Rajendran and Cecilia Rios
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This week on Sustainability Defined, Cecilia and Nethra are bringing the conversation to the Thanksgiving table. 

We're breaking down how to talk about the climate crisis with the people we love, tackling eco-guilt and burnout, and navigating hope. 

Join us for a chat with Nivi Achanta, the founder of The Soapbox Project , about the power of remaining joyful when approaching sustainability and community in fueling collective action. Tune in for a grounded, honest convo that'll leave you feeling connected and ready to spark change. 

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