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In a world facing an environmental crisis, more and more people are turning to homesteading as a way to live more sustainably. Broken Shovel is a podcast for homesteaders, aspiring homesteaders, and anyone who is interested in learning more about sustainable living. Each week Lucas & Eric discuss global policies and their impact on climate change, how to create a sustainable homestead and how to affect change in your own back yard. Whether you’re just starting out on your homesteading journe ...
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Our creative jobs are changing, and our habitat is at risk. We must meet these challenges at the new frontiers of design. Join hosts Ross Lovegrove and Ila Colombo for bi-weekly conversations that explore the intersection of design, art, and innovation. For Love & Design offers an inside look into the creative process and ventures into unexplored territory to find inspiration for revolutionary ideas.
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How can corporations green-able rather than green-wash? As sustainability climbs the global agenda, Accenture assembles experts, influencers, and innovators to help leaders and board members keep abreast of the hot topics. Listen for sensible advice – and sometimes surprising solutions – that can help businesses make a positive difference.
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Join Eric and Lucas as they harvest the rich history of farmers' markets! They'll explore how these marketplaces, bursting with fresh produce and local goods, first took root and blossomed into the vibrant community centers they are today. But that's not all! Digging into the fertile ground of Vermont, Eric and Lucas will dish the dirt on the excit…
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Join Lucas and Eric as they dive into all things tornadoes! Get the latest forecast for 2024's tornado season, including areas at risk, and peak months, Is it global boiling or El Nino? Join the conversation on R/eddit, TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDe către Lucas Daniels
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This week Eric and Lucas discuss climate anxiety. How they feel about it, how they deal with and ways you can get support if you need it. 24/7 Crisis Line: 1-877-493-6216 (This is the number to call if you need to speak with someone urgently about anything related to farming life) Main Number: 802-318-5538 (This number is staffed during business ho…
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In this episode of Broken Shovel, Lucas and Eric explore how homesteaders can make a big impact on climate change through small-scale actions. They'll delve into the benefits of planting native trees and shrubs for erosion prevention, a critical step in protecting our precious soil. Ever feel overwhelmed by the climate crisis? Lucas and Eric will a…
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This week on the show, Eric and Lucas get down in the dirt (well, maybe not literally) with a Vermont forecast unlike any other. We're ditching the 7-day outlook and diving headfirst into the long term! El Niño might be packing its bags, but La Niña's moving in. What does this mean for the Green Mountain State? Will Eric be right about the last fro…
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Join Lucas and Eric as they gear up for the astronomical spectacle of the year: the total solar eclipse happening right here in Vermont on April 8th, 2024! They break down the science behind a total solar eclipse and what Vermonters can expect to witness during this rare event. Our hosts emphasize the crucial role of safe eclipse viewing. They'll d…
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Ready to ditch the dirt on traditional farming? Buckle up, because Lucas & Eric are getting down and dirty with regenerative agriculture! This week, we're talking about a revolutionary approach that goes beyond just "sustainable." We're diving into practices that heal our soil, boost yields, and even fight climate change. Think farming that's good …
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Before COVID-19 hit, in January 2020, 388 million children worldwide were being fed every day at school. Soon after lockdowns began, that number plummeted to 18 million, but just two years later, in 2022, it had recovered, and more — school feeding had reached 420 million children. Labelled the world’s largest social security net by the United Nati…
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This week on Broken Shovel, get ready for a deep dive into the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) history! Eric takes the reins, guiding you through the agency's triumphs and tribulations – from tackling environmental disasters like flaming rivers to the ongoing fight for a cleaner future. But wait, there's more! Spring is approaching, and the g…
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This week Eric and Lucas discuss composting! Ever toss banana peels and eggshells down the garbage disposal with a pang of guilt? Well, fret no more, composting comrades! This episode is your one-stop shop for turning kitchen scraps into garden gold. We'll delve into the fascinating world of browns and greens, the dynamic duo of successful composti…
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After interviewing a member of the Nepal organizing committee ahead of opening day, I was excited about covering my first ever World Social Forum (WSF). He suggested that at least 30,000 and as many as 50,000 activists from over 90 countries would attend the three-day event. But day 1 disappointed me. The march through the centre of Kathmandu was l…
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It’s becoming difficult to avoid the metaverse. It’s become an inevitability in both the workplace and our social lives, but how can we approach it responsibly? Mariana Cabugueira is an architect in the three dimensional virtual universe. But what does this entail? And what are the ramifications of moving our social and professional lives into a di…
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Join Lucas and Eric on "Broken Shovel: Homesteading for a Sustainable Future," as they dive into an intriguing conversation on the evolution of solar energy in Vermont. Unraveling the state's solar voyage since the 1950s, this episode unfolds Vermont's commitment to innovation, environmental consciousness, and community spirit. It highlights how th…
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Dive into an all-encompassing episode where we cast light on a myriad of intriguing topics. From the adventurous world of homesteading with the launch of our Versure Artisan and Farmer's Market to the potential future of the classic small pickup truck, we leave no stone unturned in this captivating conversation. We dig deep into the car industry's …
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Recycling! That is good stuff, right? We can all do it, it's just as simple as rinsing a bottle or can and putting it in the right bin. This week Lucas & Eric discuss recycling, how it's grown and changed as a global industry, and what we should expect from our government and neighboring countries. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm…
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Show Notes: Education simply cannot keep up with the future of design and architecture. Artificial intelligence, quantum computing and machine learning are moving at such a rapid pace that colleges and universities are struggling to keep up. How can we look at the past to prevent a future devoid of creativity and originality? In this episode, Ross …
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Eric and Lucas are kicking off the New Year by talking about waste reporting in China and India when compared to the US, and fuel usage estimates for snow clearing and their impact on the climate. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm, Facebook, or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.comDe către Lucas Daniels
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This week Eric and Lucas are talking about the forestry and logging industry in Vermont. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.com For a 15% discount on all handmade hearth brooms at brokenshovel802.com enter code HEARTH at checkout, from 11/25-12/25De către Lucas Daniels
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This week Eric and Lucas discuss fishing practices and how fish are being impacted by climate change. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.com For a 15% discount on all handmade hearth brooms at brokenshovel802.com enter code HEARTH at checkout, from 11/25-12/25…
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This week Eric & Lucas are discussing the fall and rise of the wolf population, biodiversity, and the advent of the coywolf in the US. Join the conversation on TikTok @BrokensShovelFarm or email us at BrokenShovel802@gmail.com For a 15% discount on all handmade hearth brooms at brokenshovel802.com enter code HEARTH at checkout, from 11/25-12/25…
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This is the Sustainable Futures Report for Thursday, the 30th of November, and finally, it's time to move on. This is the 477th episode and the final episode after 15 years of publication. After careful consideration I’ve decided that the Sustainable Futures Report will not return. Before I go I’ll take the opportunity to comment on COP28, which st…
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Every era has had a signature material - stone, iron and wood spring to mind. Today, it’s plastic. And our oceans are full of it. The result of this new environment is a demand for design innovation like we’ve never seen before. But as we look forward to this future, it is equally important for designers to look back — reflecting on where we’ve com…
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If I asked you to name the world’s most deadly diseases I’m guessing that you might say HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, cholera, maybe even COVID-19. In fact, those have all been major killers throughout human history – and some like TB continue to be so, especially in low-income countries. But there is one group of diseases that is responsible for the dea…
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Design is not just a vehicle for commercial gain. Today, it is increasingly viewed as a transformational tool for social change. But what is ‘design thinking’? Charlotte Fiell’s book ‘The Story of Design’ chronicles the history of this approach. In this episode, Charlotte discusses what this means in the era of artificial intelligence and environme…
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Ep. 5. AI has the ability to reference the past, present and future of design in an instant. It’s forced designers to re-think not just what they create, but why they do it. No more art for art’s sake. Far beyond making work that just looks nice, creatives must consider the cognitive meaning behind their work, so AI doesn’t get the upper hand. This…
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If you’re like me, you’ve probably heard a lot of negative talk about the media in recent years. Much of it has focused on the integrity of the so-called mainstream or legacy media that has dominated the information landscape in recent decades, or longer. These attacks, which sometimes actually degenerate into physical assaults, call into question …
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Ep.4 Historically, artists took influence from their nation’s socio-political history. A patchwork of triumphs, defeats and political turmoil guided aesthetic decisions. Today, a new tapestry of influence has emerged through algorithms and artificial intelligence. Designers must navigate this, ensuring individual creativity and cultural identity is…
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On this week's episode of Broken Shovel Lucas and Eric talk about how they prepare for winter on their individual homesteads, have a brief overview of the latest climate news and receive some clarity on what an endocrine disruptor is. To contact the show email brokenshovel802@gmail.com or you can reach Lucas on TikTok @brokenshovelfarm…
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Ep.3 Pablo Picasso is widely quoted as saying ‘Good artists copy, great artists steal’. In an era where algorithm-generated Instagram suggestions have become the new moodboards, it’s easier than ever to be a copycat. Being original is getting harder. But what does ‘originality’ actually mean anyway? In this episode, Ross and Ila discuss the pursuit…
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This week on the Broken Shovel Podcast Lucas & Eric are discussing lawns, their history, their cost and the "no-lawn" or rewilding movement. The graphic mentioned in the show about biodiversity can be found here Lucas can be found on tiktok @brokenshovelfarm To contact the show email us at brokenshovelpodcast802@gmail.com…
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“If you were waiting for a couple of years to see how the Taliban would perform, we now have a pretty good idea. We can see that they have moved, step by step, back towards how they ran the country in their first period in power,” says UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, in this episode. The human…
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Ep. 2 Bricks, mortar and hard hats: all features of the traditional building site. But construction is rapidly changing. Imagine if drones started laying bricks and buildings could self-adapt to their environment. Such developments are already emerging in modern architectural practice, proving that coding and AI will be crucial tools for the next g…
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Lucas, Eric and Lily discuss the G20 summit in India, the inclusion of the African Union and our meetup at the Tunbridge World Fair. This episode references a previous episode Vermont's Tragic Frost To contact the show email us at brokenshovelpodcast802@gmail.com If you can make a donation to help people in Libya please pick a charity from this LIS…
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