Sisters In Sustainability

Career Day with Ayanalis Cordero

Fri, 24 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000

This week we are talking about all things industry - all industries! We are joined by Ayanalis Cordera, your first-ever Miss Pretzel City's Teen, to discuss the variety of opportunities available to the next generation!

We examine the intersection between education and SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.

Unstoppable with Kristen Grifiths

Tue, 14 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Kristen Grifiths joins the #SISPod as we discuss her CSI Unstoppable!

This week we are examining the intersection between advocacy and SDG 10: Reduce Inequalities.

PhlebotomyFam with Kathrin Davis

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 12:05:00 +0000

Kathryn Davis sheds light on her impactful community service initiative, PhlebotomyFam, advocating for blood donation awareness. Join us as Kathryn shares her journey in fostering a culture of compassion and empowerment through sustainable healthcare practices, inspiring listeners to engage in life-saving acts within their communities.

Join us as we examine the intersection between blood donation and SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being.

Tails Of Giving with Adriana Pavon

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 15:00:00 +0000

We're thrilled to welcome Arianna Pavon, the passionate founder behind Tails of Giving, a community service initiative focusing on animal welfare. Join us as we dive into her inspiring journey and the impact she's making paw by paw!

Tune in as we explore SDG 15: Life on Land—where sustainability meets a wild adventure!

Building A Community with Deja Grissom

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 15:29:42 +0000

We are joined by a STEM professional and advocate, Deja Grissom to talk about gender equality and STEM education!

We examine the impact that representation has on growing STEM feilds as we discuss SDG 5: Gender Equality.

Planet Youth with Colleen McDermott

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 18:00:00 +0000

A true sister in sustainability has made her way to the #SISPod - all the way from North Carolina! We are hoined by Colleen McDermott, a sustainbility advocate, and the founder to Planet Youth, to discuss the power we have to protect our planet.

Join us as we discuss the intersection between our youth and SDG 13: Climate Action.

"Glowing" Together with Juliana Denick

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 19:00:00 +0000

From the GREATEST state in the U.S.A., we are joined by Juliana Denick to discuss her CSI Glowing Together: Shining a Light on Inivisible Disability.

Join us as we focus on SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Safe Institutions.

Building Resilience for Healthy Futures with Jordenne Butler

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Jordenne Butler joins us to talk about her CSI: Building Resilience for Healthy Futures!

Join us as we examine the intersection between future wellness and SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being.

STEM Education with Aariyana Britton

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Aariyana Britton joins the #SISPod to discuss the intersection between healthcare and STEM Education!

This week we are focusing on SDG 4: Quality Education.

The SPARK Project with Annette Addo-Yobo

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Annette Addo-Yobo joins us all the way from Texas to share her passion and desire to educate other on Autism Saftey.

We discuss the impact of Annette's mission on SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities as she fights for access and education state-wide.

Arts Education with Alexes Niekamp

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:29:33 +0000

Arts education is this week's focus as we are joined by advocate and educator, Alexes Niekamp!

SDG 4: Quality Education is this week's focus as we examine the intersection between education and the arts!

Alabama Mentoring Initiative with Ibby Dickson

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 15:00:00 +0000

This week we are joined by a true Alabama Girl and the Co-Founder of the Alabam Mentoring Initiative, Ibby Dickson, to discuss the power of mentorship.

Join us as we examine the intersection of mentoship and education through SDG 4: Quality Education.

Further With Finance with Sarah White

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Sustainability does not end with our environment! This week, we are joined by Sarah White, an advocate for financial education, to discuss the importance of financial literacy and its impact on our communities.

Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth is this week's focus as we dive into the importance of going "Further With Finance."

Choose Health with Kayla Myers

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Learning to love your body, create sustainble wellness decisions, and #ChooseHealth with Kayla Myers!

We discussed SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being as we examine the way that physical and mental wellness go hand in hand.

#LegislateHer with Imari Harris

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Bringing the Florida heat, Imari Harris joins the #SISPod to discuss the importance of women in the social justice system.

We discuss the impact that female advocacy has on SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.

Happy Hearts with Sarah Swift

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Colorado is our next stop on our national tour as Sarah Swift joins us to talk about the importance of heart health and her Community Service Inative, Happy Hearts!

This week we examine the impact that cardiac health and education can have on SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being.

Fighting Food Insecurity with Jualiana Clark

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Miss Iowa's Teen, Juliana Clark stops by to discuss Food Insecurity and her journey in the Miss America Organization.

Learn all about this week's topic, SDG 2: Zero Hunger.

Sustainble Agriculture with Caroline Holladay

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Massachusetts is up next on our national tour as we chat we sustainble agriculture specialist, Caroline Holladay.

Join us as we discuss the intersection between sustainble agriculture and SDG 2: Zero Hunger.

Protect, Preserve, Conserve with Emily Beale

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Miss Deleware, Emily Beale joins the #sispod to talk about her CSI, Protect, Preserve, Conserve: Environmental Advocacy.

Join us as we discuss SDG 15: Life On Land and the impact each of us can have on conservation.

Check Your Heart with Jude Maboné

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +0000

A very special guest joins the #SISPod this week as we introduce Miss District of Columbia! After suffering from a heart attack at the age of 16, Jude Maboné made it her life's mission to educate our communities on the importance of heart health and the benefits of CPR and AED awareness.

This week, we examine the impact that life-saving skills have on SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being.

Feed Your Future with Cassandra Pinataro

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Sustainble Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger, is our focus this week as we are joined by wellness advocate and aspiring popstar, Cassandra Pinataro!

All the way from Tennessee, Cassandra aims to eductae us about the importance of feeding your future. Keep up with the UN's 17 Sustainble Development Goals and remeber that sustainability starts with you!

Stitch Don't Ditch with Carmen Macías

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Carmen Macías joins us all the way from Montanna to discuss the importance of sustainable fashion!

Each of us has the power to be thoughtful, smart shoppers! This week we discuss Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production!

Communication Disorders with Monica Fenwick

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +0000

From Connecticut, we are joined by a future SLP and Communication Disorders educator, Monica Fenwick!

Join us as we examine SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities and the impact that thoughtful communication can have on a variety of communities.

R & R For A Better Tomorrow with Delilah Sichmeller

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +0000

SEASON 2 PREMIER - All the way from California, Delilah Sichmeller joins us to talk about the importance of reusing, recycling, and making simple changes for a greater impact!

We discuss Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production and the power each of us has to make positive, sustainable change!

Back To Earth Composting with Colleen Falicki

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +0000

SEASON ONE FINALE: We are joined by a sustainability professional and the founder of Back To Earth Composting, Colleen Falicki, to talk about the power of the individual!

We examine SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities and the impact that each of us can have on making the world more sustainable.

Adolescent Wellness Checkups with Sydnee Cantley

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +0000

A cancer survivor and youth wellness advocate, Miss Gulf Coast 2023, Sydnee Cantley joins us to examine the intersection between mental health and physical wellness.

We discuss SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being and the way parents can help support their children in getting the mental and physical health they need!

Better Lives for LGBTQ+ Youth with AK Hazel

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week, we sat down with the first nonbinary Miss Pennsylvania candidate, AK Hazel, to discuss what we can do to help support LGBTQ+ youth!

Join us as we examine how AK is working to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by advocating for the next generation.

Reach From Within with Kaysha Florvil

Fri, 26 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000

As we round out Mental Health Awareness Month, we are joined by Miss treasure Coast - Kaysha Florvil, to discuss emotional wellness and the impact that mental health has on SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being.

Tyler's Triumph with Alysa Bainbridge

Fri, 19 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000

We are joined by the outgoing Miss Pennsylvania, a mental health advocate and the founder of Tyler's Triumph, Alysa Bainbridge.

Here to remind us that even "Miss Pennsylvania struggles," and to examine the intersection between stigma and mental health, we continue our discussion of SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being.

The World Is Better with YOU In It with Elaine Ficarra

Fri, 12 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000

What do you get when you mix a pre-med student with a mental health advocate? This week's guest, Elaine Ficarra, of course!

As a continuation of Mental Health Month, join us as we examine the impact advocacy has on SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being.

#NoShameInBrainPain with AmandaGrace Krier

Fri, 05 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Mental health is on of the most common struggles for young people today. The #SISPod is joined by Certified Peer Support Specialist, AmandaGrace Krier, to break down the stigma surrounding mental health.

From Guest Host to Interviewee, AmandaGrace shares her story with the world. Follow along as they examine how mental health plays into Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being.

Sustainability Starts With You with Victoria Vespico

Mon, 01 May 2023 21:53:07 +0000

We are flipping the script this week as Host, Victoria Lin, takes the hot seat to discuss her program Sustainability Starts With You! We are joined by our fabulous guest host, AmandaGrace Krier, to discuss what happens when individuals come together behind one goal.

Sustainability may start with you, but together we can create a greater impact. SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals is our focus for this week as we examine the global impact of individual action and collaboration.

Take Action In Fashion with Miranda Moore

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Miranda Moore, an Environmental Engineer with UGI Utilities (and the "original" Sister In Sustainability), joins the #SISPod to discuss sustainable fashion and the importance of responsible production and consumption.

Follow along as they examine how fast fashion is changing due to Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.

Sustain(Ability) with Caroline Scarola

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Caroline Scalora, a sustainable podcaster and advocate, joins us to talk about our own Sustain(Ability)!

In the multifaceted world of Sustainable Development, Goal 13: Climate Action is the focus for this week as we honor Earth Month.

The "I" In Confidence Project with Kailee St. Pierre

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 14:00:00 +0000

"Would you measure confidence the same way for a man and a women?"

We are joined by Kailee St. Pierrre to discuss her work with the "I" In Confidence Project. Join us as we examine the intersection between confidence and Gender Equality through Sustainable Development Goal 5.

The Regenerative Gala

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Sustainable development and advocacy comes in many forms. As a precursor to Earth Month, we are joined by the Co-Founder of We Are The General Public and host of the Regenerative Gala - an event that uses fashion to lead people back to soil and earth restoration.

Join us as we look at SDG 15: Life On Land and discuss the impact that fashion can have on our planet.

Health Empowerment and Equity with Riley Slate

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Riley Slate, a Hospitalist Physician Assistant, advocate for health empowerment and equity, and the outgoing Miss Lehigh Valley, joins us to discuss how our healthcare system is impacted by global inequities.

We talk about the impact of that SDG 3: Good Health and Wellbeing and how self advocacy and informed decision making is crucial to receiving necessary care.

Advocacy and Girl Scouting with Maddie Sheffel

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Sustainable organizations not only impact the sustainable development movement, but inspire it. We are joined by Maddie Sheffel, a Gold Award Girl Scout and Miss Pennsylvania's Teen candidate to discuss the intersection between sustainability, service, and scouting.

Advocating for Youth Civic Engagement with Shakira Jackson

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Shakira Unique Jackson joins the #SISPod to discuss the importance of civic engagement in the next generation.

Follow along as they examine how the youth if today can impact Sustainable Development Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions.

Music is Medicine with Emmie Perkins

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Here to share her love for performing and explain how "Music Is Medicine," we are joined by Emmie Perkins, Miss Mississippi 2022.

This week, we will exam the impact that music has on the sustainability of our communities through the lens of Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Wellbeing

Sickle Cell Warrior with Ayana Johnson

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 15:00:00 +0000

We are joined by Miss Virginia's Teen, Ayana Johnson, a Sickle Cell Warrior and the founder of Ayana's Hope Cells.

Equality in care and medical innovation are the keys to ensuring people everywhere receive the medical support that they need. Join us as we examine Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Wellbeing as it relates to sickle cell disease treatment and awareness.

Project PCOS with Shannon Cattie

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 15:00:00 +0000

The #SISPod is joined by Shannon Cattie, a Bio Chemist and women's health advocate, to discuss Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and struggles women face when receiving medical care.

Follow along as they examine how medical care for women is impacted by Sustainable Development Goals 3: Good Health and Well-Being and 4: Gender Equality.

Think Global, Act Local with Brittany Costello

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Water is everywhere, that's why it is our most important resource. This week we are joined by Environmental Scientist, and watershed advocate, Brittany Costello to examine how we can protect our watersheds and keep our water clean.

Follow along as our host, Victoria Lin, and this week's guest examine Sustainable Development Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.

Act It Out with Sarah Slocum

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Art is everywhere, that's why our guest, Sarah Slocum, is here to highlight the importance of the performing arts.

Following along as Sarah, and our host, Victoria Lin, look at how Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, is impacted by the performing arts.

Sustainable Shareable Solutions with Hannah Wellborn-Lewis

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Environmental Sustainability is the focus of the first episode of the year! Our host, Victoria Lin, is joined by Hanna Wellborn-Lewis, a young woman that is passionate about protecting our watersheds and keeping our water clean!

Follow along as they examine Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water

UNSHAKEABLE with Arianna Spurlin

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Host, Victoria Lin, is joined by Arianna Spurlin to discuss Parkinson's Disease advocacy and education.

Follow along as they examine how Parkinson's Disease is impacted by Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Wellness

Literacy Is Lit with Lizzie Shacklett

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Join host, Victoria Lin, as she welcomes guest, Lizzie Shacklett, the author of "I Read Before Bed," to discuss the importance of literacy in today's youth.

Follow along as they examine how literacy plays into Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.

Welcome To The #SISPod

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 03:55:00 +0000

Sisters in Sustainability is a podcast designed to help highlight young women and their impact on the growing sustainability movement. In 2015, the United Nations released 17 Sustainable Development Goals centered around improving the quality of life for the global population. From climate action, to social justice reform, sustainability is a global issue that impacts us all. Together, we can tackle these goals and help to make the world a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable place

Join the #SISPod and follow us on Instagram @sustainabilitystartswithyou