The Circular Economy technology podcast that explores how technology can enable the transition to a circular economy. As we face major global issues such as climate change, waste crises, and biodiversity loss, it's clear that the traditional linear economy needs to change. We must transform how we manage resources, make and use products, and deal with materials at the end of their life. A circular economy offers part of the solution, and technology can help make it a reality. Join the podcas ...
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Behind the Creator is a frank and open-discussion podcast with successful creators, NoCoders and entrepreneurs. We speak to those selling products, time and expertise in a global market, asking them how they got to where they are now and where they are headed. We chat with solopreneurs building a business and growing a platform in an increasingly connected world. And we talk to industry influencers and stalwarts to hear about the future of the creator economy. Brought to you by the creators ...
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Erica Schneider: Building an authentic platform and selling knowledge as a creator
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Erica Schneider's journey from in-house content lead to entrepreneur provides a roadmap for aspiring creators and established professionals alike. Her candid reflections, innovative content strategies, and no-nonsense advice offer a refreshing perspective on navigating the intricacies of personal branding and digital entrepreneurship. Quitting a fu…
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Circular Tech in Fashion Re-commerce | E3: Redefining Fashion's Future
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Welcome to the highly anticipated finale of our mini-series on Happy Porch Radio - "Exploring Circular Tech: Re-commerce in Fashion." In this compelling Episode 3, your hosts Barry O'Kane and Emily Swaddle, alongside a stellar line-up of guests, continue their exploration into the dynamic world of fashion re-commerce. Get ready to dive deep into th…
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Kyle Kane: The role of AI in modern marketing and business building
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When you're the fractional CMO for some 60 businesses (soon to be 100), you must have your finger on the pulse of technology developments and the power of AI. As an accomplished content creator, executive producer, TEDx speaker, award-winning marketer and brand expert, Kyle Kane is certainly all of that. Having delivered creative campaigns for some…
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Barry O’Reilly: From Dot-Com to Nobody Studios - the evolution of a modern entrepreneur
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In this episode of Behind The Creator, we welcome Barry O’Reilly, a forward-thinking and opportunistic entrepreneur and author. Known for his significant contributions to agile development and his revolutionary approach at Nobody Studios, Barry shares his fascinating career trajectory from his early days in the tech scene of the dot-com boom and hi…
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Circular Tech in Fashion Re-commerce | E2: Redefining Fashion's Future
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Welcome to the second episode of our intriguing mini-series on HappyPorch Radio-"Exploring Circular Tech: Re-commerce in Fashion". Your hosts, Barry O'Kane and Emily Swaddle, navigate the fascinating realms of re-commerce in the fashion industry alongside esteemed guests Joe Metcalfe from Thrift+, Jessica Potter from Used and Loved, and Wilson Grif…
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Darren Pallatina: The Pink Gangster talks LinkedIn mastery and mental health
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In our third episode, we spoke to Darran Pallatina, the LinkedIn profile optimization expert and self-styled Pink Gangster. We talked about the secrets of building a profile that converts, including SEO, featured content, banners and more. We dove into the Social Creator Project and the gargantuan effort that went into bringing 9 experts together f…
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Circular Tech in Fashion Re-commerce | E1: Behind the Threads
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Behind the Threads: The Interplay of Tech and Circularity in Fashion Re-commerce Welcome to the first episode of a brand-new mini-series on HappyPorch Radio-"Exploring Circular Tech: Re-commerce in Fashion". We delve deep into the transformative effect of re-commerce within the fashion industry, focusing on the role of software and technology, the …
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Ilan Dray: How culture shock gave birth to a new business philosophy
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In our second episode, we spoke to author, philanthropist, UX designer, and philosopher Ilan Dray. We talked about his upbringing and how the shock of moving from Haifa to Paris at the age of 6 paved the way for 'Fusion Experience', his insightful new take on how businesses should function across every department. Expect to hear advice and guidance…
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Exploring Circular Tech: Re-commerce in Fashion: Trailer
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We are back with a special season of HappyPorch Radio! Our hosts Barry O’Kane and Emily Swaddle are back and excited to take a deep dive into the role of technology in the dynamic realm of fashion re-commerce. What can you expect from this upcoming 3 episodes special? The role of technology in shaping the second-hand marketplace Unique challenges a…
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Tim Hanson: From SEO Consultant to AI-powered SaaS business owner
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In our first episode, we spoke to content expert, SEO consultant, and now SaaS business owner, Tim Hanson. We explored his journey to consultancy, why he was always destined to work for himself, how he thrived through the pandemic, and why now running a SaaS business 'just makes sense'. Expect to hear advice and guidance on: How to build an audienc…
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S7E17: Circular Insights: Season 7's Journey through Sustainability with Barry O’Kane and Emily Swaddle
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Welcome to our final, Wrap-Up episode of Season 7! In this episode, we reflect on all the fascinating conversations we’ve had in season 7. We have spoken to a range of consultants, experts, trainers and advisors who help others transition to circular economy practices. We express our gratitude for the diverse and inspiring guests who have shared th…
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S7E16: From Research to Action: Dr. Lynn Wilson's Circular Design Synergy
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Welcome to episode 16 of HappyPorch Radio! In this, final episode of Season 7 we have a fascinating conversation with Dr.Lynn Wilson, an expert in circular fashion and sustainable design and CEO at Circular Design Synergy (Circular DS). Dr. Lynn talks about the importance of shifting from linear models to circular ones, emphasising that true sustai…
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S7E15: Revolutionising the Circular Paradigm with Nellie Cohen from Anthesis
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Welcome back to HappyPorch radio and our newest episode! In episode 15 we engage in a captivating discussion with Nellie Cohen, the Director of Circular Business Models at Anthesis Group, a leading global sustainability advisory firm and certified B Corp. Nellie talks about the shift in circularity over the past decade, from merely suggesting the i…
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S7E14: Navigating Post-Growth Strategies with Cécile van Oppen from Copper8
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Welcome to another episode of HappyPorch Radio! In episode 14 our hosts engage in a very insightful conversation with Cécile van Oppen, who is the Co-Founder of Copper8, a consultancy that helps build the circular economy. The conversation explores the shift from circularity as a niche topic to a mainstream strategic focus, as well as the emergence…
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S7E13: Driving Circular Economy Transformation with Christian van Maaren and Anne Rademaker
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Welcome back to a new episode of Season 7! In this episode we interview incredible guests Christian van Maaren, founder and CEO of the Excess Materials Exchange and Anne Rademaker, an independent adviser and consultant in the Circular Economy space. We continue the theme of zooming out to gain a higher perspective on the transition to a Circular Ec…
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S7E12: Exploring the Servitization Journey with Iain McKechnie from Advanced Services Group
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Welcome back to our new episode of Season 7! In episode 12 we interview Iain McKechnie, the Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Advanced Services Group within Aston Business School. The discussion centres around the concepts of Servitization and Advanced Services and their connection to the Circular Economy. Iain describes servitization as a …
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S7E11: Embracing the Circular Mindset with Ivonne Bojoh from Circle Economy
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Welcome back to a new episode of HappyPorch Radio! Episode 11 features an outstanding interview with Ivonne Bojoh, the COO and Digital Director of the Circle Economy Foundation in Amsterdam. The Foundation's mission is to double global circularity to approximately 17% by 2032 to combat climate breakdown. Ivonne joined Circle Economy and developed a…
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S7E10: Empowering Change for a Circular Economy with Fleur Ruckley from Topolytics.
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Welcome back to the newest episode of HappyPorch Radio! In episode 10, our hosts interview Fleur Ruckley, a Circular Economy and Resource Management Consultant. Fleur currently works at Topolytics on their analytics platform that uses data analytics, mapping and machine learning to make waste and resource management more transparent, more efficient…
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S7E9: Creating a Sustainable Future: Circular Economy Consultancy with Vivian Shi from Oakdene Hollins.
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Welcome to our new episode of HappyPorch Radio! In episode 9 our host engages in a captivating conversation with Vivian Shi, a Senior Managing Consultant at Oakdene Hollins, a UK-based circular economy consultancy specialising in sustainable practices. The consultancy, despite being a small team, works with a wide array of private and public client…
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S7E8: Unveiling Circular Economy's Potential: Carbon Literacy and Sustainable Practices with Debbie Ward from Cirklo Consult
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Welcome to another episode of HappyPorch Radio. In episode 8, our hosts engage in an insightful conversation with Debbie Ward, the Director of Cirklo Consult. Debbie's expertise in circular economy training, education, and advisory services, as well as her passion for sustainability, make her an inspiring guest. We explore the challenges and possib…
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S7E7: Scaling Sustainable Impact: Pieter van Exter's Expertise at Metabolic
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Welcome back to episode 7 of HappyPorch Radio! In this episode, we are honoured to interview Pieter van Exter, Director of Product at Metabolic Software. Pieter's background in circular economy and decarbonisation projects with Metabolic Consulting sets the stage for discussing his transition to Metabolic Software and the development of Link, a Saa…
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