The Ethical Business Podcast

Paul Galvin is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of SG Blocks, Inc., a leading innovator and designer of container-based structures. Founded in 2007, SG Blocks utilizes code-engineered cargo shipping containers to construct and provide safe, strong and green structures and environments. Galvin oversees all aspects of SG Blocks, from container sourcing to business development. Since inception, Galvin has played a key role in the Company’s growth and expansion. SG Blocks has grown in little more than a decade to count clients that are among the most recognized names in the country, such as Lacoste, Puma, Mini Cooper, Aman, Taco Bell, Marriott, Starbucks, Equinox and several branches of the US military, among other organizations and corporations. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: Why using recycled materials can lead to lower-cost, faster and greener constructions. How the SG Blocks construction process works. How clients and communities have responded to SG Blocks constructions. How high you can build with shipping containers, and A whole lot more! LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  SG Blocks   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

  This week we had the formidable Stephanie Devine on the show. Stephanie’s determination and grit is unparalleled. We explored her journey from experiencing breast cancer and not being able to find a soft, organic cotton bra with no underwine to a force to be reckoned with as she doggedly attempted to create the world’s first zero waste bra. Yes that’s right, a zero waste bra. That means, once you’ve done with it, it can be entirely composted. The Very Good Bra is still taking pre-orders until 16 July 2018 so get in quick! In this episode you’ll learn: – What inspired Stephanie to go on this challenging journey – All the places in the world she had to turn up in person to get the job done – All about Tencel and why it’s the only material the could be used – How to run an ethical crowed sourcing campaign – The strategies Stephanie used to smash her Kickstarter goal in 48 hours – The problems Stephanie has run into – How exactly the bra is zero waste – What’s next in this dream for Stephanie Links mentioned in this episode: – The Very Good Bra https://theverygoodbra.com/ – Cradle to Cradle https://www.c2ccertified.org/ – In the Beginning PR (Ethical PR) https://www.inthebeginningpr.com   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.  

Michael P Vandenbergh is the David Daniels Allen Distinguished Chair of Law at Vanderbilt University. He is also Director of the Climate Change Research Network and Co-director of the Energy, Environment and Land Use Program. Michael talks to us about his new book: Beyond Politics: The Private Governance Response to Climate Change. Far from a rallying cry to Governments to act when they’ve spent years and decades ignoring the problem, Beyond Politics, as the title suggests, goes into how the private and household sectors can combine to make a huge impact in mitigating climate change. If you have ever wondered how you, as in individual or a leader in your business, can become part of the solution to climate change, this book is full of inspiring knowledge for you. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: Why Governments have traditionally struggled to tackle this problem. Why we can’t expect any meaningful change from politicians. The magnitude of impact that small changes, at the household level can make to tackling the problem of climate change. How businesses can (and are already) help much more than bureaucrats. Why cleaning up your business practices can actually drive profitability, And much more.   LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Michael Vandenbergh Beyond Politics     Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

Jessica Kelly has spent the last few years cracking a major problem in the fashion industry – how to ensure your manufacturing is done ethically, while still maintaining your viability as a business. This is an issue that has plagued us, as well as many of our guests in the past. Jess identified this problem on her travels to the third world, and combined these experiences with her background in fashion to develop Thr3efold Ethical Fashion Brokers. Thr3efold fills the gap between smaller-scale fashion brands and the factories, by working directly with manufacturers to ensure better standards of work, safety and welfare for factory employees. In this show, Ross picks her brain about how they do it.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: What inspired Jessica to start Thr3efold How Thr3efold selects and audits its partners What advantages companies have found by starting to produce more ethically What are the major challenges facing the fashion industry What benefits the workers have enjoyed as a result of their involvement with Thr3efold And much more!   LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Thr3efold     Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.  

This week, we are honoured to be joined on the podcast by Natasha Milne of My Home Planet. Natasha is the author of 101 Reasons to Get out of Bed – an inspirational book comprising inspiring and uplifting tales from 101 amazing individuals, some of whom you know and some you don’t. The one thing they have in common is that they all have positive, uplifting stories to tell about why they get out of the bed every morning. If you feel sluggish and that maybe the future isn’t as bright as it used to look, this is the episode for you. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: Why Natasha decided to write this book, and what it’s done for her outlook on life How Natasha managed to get some super high-profile celebrities and global leaders to contribute Why it is that little things can make a big difference to your outlook on life How important it is to focus on what we can control, and how even this can make a big difference to the world. LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 101 Reasons to Get Out of Bed 101 Reasons on Richard Branson’s Blog My Home Planet Podcast     Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.  

Liza Mosseiva is a social business veteran and co-founder of GlobeIn, a Silicon Valley company revolutionising the subscription box industry with its mission to deliver joy by empowering and connecting remarkable, remote artisans to mindful customers. GlobeIn was inspired by Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and the ‘father’ of microfinance. Like Yunus, GlobeIn is a big proponent of the idea that businesses can – and should – exist not just for the purpose of making money but also for the purpose of solving social issues. GlobeIn works to empower remarkable artisans in remote areas with the tools to build sustainable businesses. It does this by providing them a platform to sell their products at scale, while giving consumers a unique opportunity to access some truly amazing, one-of-a-kind small batch products. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:  All about Liza’s journey to the foundation of GlobeIn. How the GlobeIn team source their products from small producers and artisans all over the world. How GlobeIn assures the quality of its handmade products. All about the challenges of dealing with production challenges. How the subscription box model can support producers achieve long-term economic gain. How GlobeIn keeps its products interesting and relevant, month after month. What impact they have already been able to have on their suppliers’ lives.   LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: GlobeIn Grameen Bank     Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.  

  Christina Zipperlen is the founder and designer of the ethical jewelry & clothing brand Ananda Soul. Christina never considered herself a business woman but rather an artist and a yogi. When she moved to Bali in 2008, her intentions were to share her own encounters with spirituality, her insights on overcoming body image issues and the importance of living sustainably and in deep respect of the planet. Ananda Soul was born as the result of her expression of those values in form of wearable art. Today, Ananda Soul ethically manufactures beautiful jewelry, clothing and accessories for sale in its store and to customers all over the world. Most impressively, Ananda Soul is a product of the set principles that have been in place ever since day one and which drive every business decision Christina takes. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: How Christina has managed to keep her business aligned with her principles and mission.Why Christina has chosen to partner with local community organisations to make her community better. How Christina is using her business as a tool for social good. What consumers can do to make the world a better place. Why purpose-driven business is always better than profit-driven business. How Christina created a novel way to get street kids into school.   LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: www.anandasoul.com   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.  

Mark Lefko has coached and mentored more than 100 CEOs and company presidents, bringing with him 35 years of real-world C-level business experience. A thought leader in the fields of leadership and sustainability and Founder and CEO of Lefko Group, Mark serves on several advisory boards and is known for his high-energy, insightful speaking engagements. “Global Sustainability,” Mark’s second book, aims to inspire executives to rally around the concept of doing well while doing good. In it, he interviews 21 world-leading CEOs including Sir Richard Branson, Marc Benioff (Salesforce.com) and Blake McCoskie (TOMS Shoes) as well as the leaders of global juggernaut companies including Cargill, Dow Chemical, Unilever and Tata. Mark breaks down the approaches and philosophies of these titans into straightforward lessons that readers can implement into their daily lives. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: How Mark managed to access such an incredible group of CEOs for his book. Why the world’s top CEOs are prioritising investing in the future. How CEOs are managing the need to invest in sustainability against the imperative of short-term profit (and why it’s so hard). What exciting initiatives leading companies are involved in already. The the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals are driving the next phase of global business. Why companies may choose not to focus on all of the goals. What is next for the world of global sustainability. How you can learn from their experience and make your own life more sustainable. LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: MarkLefko.com UN Millennium Development Goals UN Sustainable Development Goals Unilever – Sustainable Living DSM The Tata Trusts COP21 Triple Bottom Line Honest Tea Seth Goldman   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

Danny Almagor is a modern-day Renaissance man. Along with his wife, Berry Liberman, Danny founded ‘Small Giants’ – Australia’s first B Corporation – to create, support, nurture and empower businesses and entrepreneurs that are shifting us to a more socially equitable and environmentally sustainable world. Small Giants has founded and invested in a range of ethical businesses, including: Tom Organic, The School of Life, Dumbo Feather Magazine, The Cape Ecovillage, Beyond, STREAT, and many more. Danny was also a founder of Engineers without Borders Australia. In addition to Danny’s numerous business achievements, he is the Founding Social Entrepreneur in Residence at RMIT and sits on the Advisory board for the Gross National Happiness Centre in Bhutan. In 2016 he was awarded the Order of Australia. He also set a Solar car record: for travelling from Darwin to Adelaide.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: How Danny manages to fit it all in (you may not like the answer). What motivates him to work so hard. Why Small Giants is structured as a B Corporation. What Small Giants looks when making an ethical investment. How to get started in ethical entrepreneurship. How Danny got involved in the Bhutan Gross National Happiness project. And much more. LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Small Giants (http://www.smallgiants.com.au/) The List of Small Giants Portfolio Companies (http://www.smallgiants.com.au/family-of-businesses/) Gross National Happiness Centre, Bhutan (www.gnhcentrebhutan.org)   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

Lorraine Sanders is the host of the popular ‘Spirit of 608’ Podcast, where she supports empowering women & building female thought leadership at the intersection of Fashion, Entrepreneurship, Science and Technology. We talk with Lorraine about the ins and outs of building ethical businesses, how to get started in ethical business – whatever your industry – and how bootstrapping businesses can attract free PR to help them achieve fast growth.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – What it takes to build an ethical business today – How to get started in ethical business – What makes a good podcast guest – How to attract free PR for the good work you’re doing – The latest trends in sustainable and ethical business and consumerism LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: – Spirit of 608 Podcast     Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

Megan Kitt is the founder of Tuli, an ethical business that is working to improve womens’ lives in Uganda by bringing their traditional paper jewelry products to the global market. Tuli’s mission is to empower resourceful, hard-working people in Uganda to earn long-term, sustainable incomes and, in doing so, fight poverty. Tuli uses the fashion industry to bring a large market to women in Uganda who would otherwise have little access to buyers. They work with our partners in Kampala to create designs relevant to today’s fashion market. Megan’s background is as a model and freelance journalist, which means she possesses a unique blend of experience that is perfect for combining social enterprise with fashion. Even better for us, her perspectives make for a deeply engaging interview. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: Why Megan left her glamorous international career to start a grassroots business in a very poor country. How Megan has trained her artisans to develop products that appeal to the Western market. How Tuli ensures consistent product quality. How Tuli has managed to develop a network of bricks and mortar retailers stocking their products. What are the most important elements of building a business that truly helps lift people out of poverty. How Megan built Tuli from an idea and a passion into a thriving business concern. Why it’s important to follow your passion in life. LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Tuli   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.  

Dave Willis is the co-founder and chief strategy adviser at Clarius Mobile Health; a company seeking to revolutionise the medical imaging industry by bringing cheap, durable devices into the hands of those that most need the help.   Clarius’ flagship product is its handheld ultrasound device, which is battery powered and connects wirelessly to a smartphone or tablet, using the computing power of the phone or tablet itself. Through use of an app, doctors and nurses in the world’s most unforgiving locations can finally see what’s underneath the skin.   This invention has huge implications in all areas of internal medicine, not least maternal health where problematic births can be predicted and odds of survival increased in the world’s poorest regions. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – About Dave’s background and why it has brought him into this unique area of medical engineering. – All about the device, how it works and how it was developed. – What problems the device is designed to solve. – How small innovations can make a big difference in the developing world. – And much more. LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: – Clarius Mobile Health   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

Chris Gove is one of the founders of the Saltwater Brewery – a Florida-based brewery that is turning the world of eco packaging upside down with its invention of the ‘edible six pack rings’. Tackling the age-old problem of six pack rings that pollute the oceans and strangle innocent sea life (are there other kinds?) the Saltwater Brewing Co joined forces with an engineering firm and an advertising company to develop and launch their incredible product. Unlike traditional six pack rings, the edible six pack starts to biodegrade as soon as it enters the ocean, turning from useful beer carrying device into harmless organic matter in a few days. And, even better, it’s produced from waste products from beer production. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: – Why and how the Edible Six Pack came about. – What it is, how it’s made and what happens to it after you’re finished with it. – Why the ocean is important to Chris and his partners. – Why so many people are interested in this innovation. – How environmentalism fits the ‘Saltwater’ ethos. – And much, much more! LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: – Saltwater Brewery – Saltwater Brewery on Twitter – Edible Six Pack Rings on Youtube   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

Arabel Lebrusan is a pioneer in the jewelry industry. Arabel was one of the first to introduce sustainable and fair trade practices into making her high-end masterpieces and she continues to blaze an ethical trail by continually improving the way she makes her own jewelry, including as a strong advocate for recycled gold and ‘green gold’. At the same time, Arabel is on a quest to make her whole industry better by spreading the word about ethical jewelry and raising awareness of what we are actually buying.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – Why ethical jewelry is important – What is ‘material exploitation’ in the jewelry industry? – How she first discovered ethical gold and worked to certify ‘green gold’ – What questions you need to ask when buying jewelry – Why jewelry is all about ‘traceability’ and ‘sustainability’ – Arabel’s thoughts on fair trade – What is ‘ethical’? – The difficulties with pursuing an ethical niche – Why it’s harder to ethically source gemstones than diamonds – How the jewelry industry can be fixed LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: – Arabellebrusan.com – Arabel at TEDx – The Kimberley Process – Canadian Diamond Regulations – Oro Verde ‘Green Gold’  Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.  

Chris Frager is the co-founder of Stitch and Loom, a company that supports traditional artisans to keep their ancient crafts alive while sharing their beautiful handwoven rugs with buyers all over the world. Co-founder Matt and Chris share a fondness for traditional Mexican crafts and have spent the last couple traveling through Mexico partnering with artisans. By chance, they encountered an exquisite rug that was handwoven in Oaxaca by a master Zapotec weaver. They traveled to the village of Teotitlan Del Valle where a community of indigenous weavers have honed their craft for 2000 years. There they met the Bazan family and began collaborating with them along with the Mendez family. They primarily use traditional Native American patterns while incorporating more vibrant, contemporary color schemes.  Their sourcing methods mirror the direct trade methods seen in the coffee industry where they travel down to Oaxaca and meet every weaver. They create personal relationships and effectively eliminate 3rd party textile factories. They choose to partner with small, family-run workshops that they know and trust, ensuring the fair treatment of all the workers. Over the last year, Matt and Chris have been welcomed into the Zapotec community and have developed a deep affinity to the Zapotec people and their ancient culture. Stitch & Loom focuses primarily on the weavers and their story, with the hopes of sustaining an indigenous community and their art for generations to come.  Stitch & Loom is based in Portland, Oregon.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: – How travel inspired the business – How seeing a rug sent them on an adventure and led them to quit their careers – Why it’s best to focus on one thing – How they choose the families they partner with – Why they are so passionate about this ancient craft – How they brought their product into the 21st century – Challenges working with remote indigenous communities – How they ensure consistency in quality and supply – How they determine pay for their workers LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: – Stitch and Loom – Elephant Branded interview – Woodfolk Accessories interview   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

  Woodfolk accessories is the business and passion of Julia Denes, an Australian entrepreneur who has built a thriving wooden jewelry business that not only makes beautiful pieces but helps support sustainable development among local artisans in Nepal. The business’ core tenets are honesty and compassion, emphasizing harmony with natural materials and partnering with local women, families and cooperatives to develop unique, ethical and fashionable wooden jewelry.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – Why Julia made the switch from producing fine jewelry to ethical wooden jewelry – How she found her artisans – How she pays her artisans – Why ‘trade’ is more important than ‘aid’ – How she sources her ethical materials – Why building a relationship with your employees – as well as your customers – is key to success – The impact of the recent earthquake in Nepal on her business – Why an ethical, natural business is important to her – How Julia supports communities in need – Customers’ responses to the ethical focus of the business LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: – Woodfolk Natural Accessories – Woodfolk on Facebook  Thanks for Listening!

Catherine Van Der Meulen was the International Brand Manager for fast fashion brand Supre for over 14 years. During this time, she learned the ins and outs of an industry with a lot of ethical challenges, from oppressive labor conditions to the widespread use of toxic dyes. Since parting ways with Supre, Cath has shifted her focus to helping other brands adopt more ethical approaches through her consultancy, Think Business Services. In this episode, we enjoy a wide-ranging discussion about her fashion past, her awakening and the future of the fashion industry globally.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – What instigated Cath’s change in perspective about how business should be done. – What is meant by ‘conscious capitalism’. – Why it’s important to align your actions with your values. – Why her past actions make her feel ‘ill’. – The toxicity of cottons and dyes. – The problems with ‘fast fashion’. – The paradox of fast fashion companies working to become more sustainable. – How companies can make changes to becomes more ethical. – The challenge of working in a family business. – What is meant by ‘conscious business’? – Examples of sustainable business models. – Benefits of a ‘B Corp’ assessment. – The importance of incremental change. – Suggestions for your Christmas shopping this year.   LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Think Business Services Supre Cotton On B Corp Assessment Keep Cup The True Cost (Movie) Erin Brockovich Tom Organic Cotton Tampons H&M Sustainability and Recycling Whole Foods Patagonia Black Friday Second Hand swap Unilever’s B Corp transition Impact Investment Group Andrew MacLeod: Episode 6 of the Ethical Business Podcast Ethical Jobs: Episode 11 of the Ethical Business Podcast Rolfe Larson and the Social Impact App: Episode 20 of the Ethical Business Podcast Raw to Store Good on You app Country Road UNICEF Moeloco Flip Flops Christmas – What is the point of it all?   The show notes for this episode are at: FairMarketeers.com/episode22     Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

Stefan Klumpp is the founder of Mobile Jazz, one of the world’s leading mobile development companies. He’s built up a company with an incredible team culture, and he’s managed to do it by giving his employees the freedom to work however they want – and from wherever in the world suits them. Stefan himself lives and works while travelling in his campervan all over Europe, chasing the waves as an avid kite surfer. In this interview, we talk to Stefan about his amazing journey, his philosophy of work and management and how he has managed to achieve meteoric success by breaking a lot of traditional rules and simply focusing on happiness. Stefan’s latest project is called ‘optimizing for happiness’ – which allows him to share his philosophy on living the life you want with the world. Through ‘optimizing for happiness’, Stefan is proving that you can achieve everything you want in life – and be genuinely happy – if you have the right approach and work smartly towards that goal.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – Stefan’s journey from a high school drop out to Stanford self-driving cars to a very successful entrepreneur – How the discovery of kite surfing changed Stefan’s life – Stefan’s secret for assessing and taking risks and how he avoids fear – How Stefan accidentally fell into app development and now leads one of the top companies in the world – Mobile Jazz’s innovative approach to people and culture – How Mobile Jazz survives and thrives with no sales people – Why employee happiness is Mobile Jazz’s top priority – The impact of paying everybody the same base salary – The rationale behind discussing culture in team meetings every week – What Stefan has discovered really motivates people – The challenges of finding and building a great team culture – How he has inverted traditional management models – Why people turn down companies like Facebook and Google to work for Mobile Jazz – Why Mobile Jazz downsized the company for cultural reasons – Why you should optimize for happiness rather than money – The importance of breaking goals into smaller and more achievable steps LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: – Mobile Jazz – Optimizing for Happiness – Optimizing for Happiness on Facebook – Optimizing for Happiness – The Book – Stanford self-driving car research – VW Electronic Research Lab – Maverick by Ricardo Semler – Sweden’s shorter work week pilot – MONEY Master the Game by Tony Robbins – Momentum tab – StefanKlumpp.com     Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

Rolfe Larson is a passionate expert in social enterprise, who has spent his long career helping not-for-profit businesses find ways to make money and improve the world. At the same time, Rolfe has spearheaded efforts to educate consumers about making purchasing decisions that have a positive impact on their world – buying from businesses that use their profits to do good. Most recently, he launched the ‘Social Impact App’, which allows you to search within cities for the right businesses to buy from – those that support local groups or charities to achieve great things with the money you spend.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – What is meant by a ‘social enterprise’. – How Rolfe helps social enterprises develop. – How social enterprises balance the social side against the need to make profits. – How to have a positive impact the next time you buy something. – Changes in social entrepreneurship over time. – Developments in consumer behavior and the move towards purchasing for impact. – How to align your values with your consumption. – Why entrepreneurship is within all of us. LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: – Rolfe Larson and Associates – The Social Impact App – Rolfe’s Book: ‘Venture Forth: The Essential Guide to Starting a Moneymaking Business in Your Nonprofit Organization’ – Women’s Bean Project   Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.

Shannon O’Donnell is living a life most of us only dream of. For the past seven years, she has been traveling the world and sharing the stories of people and places that you wouldn’t otherwise hear. Venturing off the beaten track and focusing on longer, deeper relationships with her destinations has allowed Shannon access to incredible experiences that she shares with tens of thousands of devotees on her popular blog, A Little Adrift. In 2013, National Geographic rewarded Shannon for her terrific storytelling ability by naming her as a ‘Traveler of the Year’. This honor has opened many doors and allowed her to reach an even greater audience, but has not moved her from her firmly-held principles. In this interview, we delve into some of those, as we try to get to the heart of what motivates Shannon to keep exploring and uncovering new, inspirational, stories. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – How Shannon has been traveling the world for seven years. – Why travel continues to be special to her. – How she became National Geographic ‘Traveler of the Year’. – Why she is passionate about uncovering local businesses, entrepreneurs and social enterprises. – What stories she feels are important to amplify. – The story behind her ‘Grassroots Volunteering’ database and how she provides this service for free. – What Shannon would like her legacy to be. – The sense of responsibility she feels as a result of her ‘good fortune of circumstance’. – How she transitions to travel. – The principled approach she takes to advertising on her blog. – What’s next. LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: – National Geographic Traveler of the Year – A Little Adrift (Shannon’s Blog) – Grassroots Volunteering – Akha Ama – Grassroots Volunteering Ambassador’s Program – Tim Ferris’ 4 Hour Work Week – Shannon’s Book     Thanks for Listening! Please subscribe to our show on iTunes or Stitcher.