Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) In this special bonus episode featuring Eco-Minded Kids, I sit down with Fenton: an 8-year-old waste management enthusiast who’s already making a big impact in our community! Known as the “neighborhood trash guy,” Fenton shares his passion for recycling, reducing waste, and even educating neighb…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) You’re about to uncover the truth about the products you’ve trusted with your most intimate care. This episode isn’t just another discussion on periods— this is the information you deserve to know, but no one’s telling you. Join me as I chat with Jennifer, the co-founder of Tampon Tribe, who exp…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Hey Mamas! In this episode, I'm taking a break from our usual topics to share a more personal journey with you. Lately, I've been diving deep into the concept of inner child work—reflecting, releasing, and reconnecting with who I’ve always been at my core. I’m excited to share how embracing my i…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Hello, Mamas! Welcome back! In this episode, I'm sharing my personal journey and insights on how to create a more peaceful and organized living space through the power of toy rotations. If clutter and disorganization make you feel stressed and overwhelmed, you're not alone. I'll walk you through…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Hey mamas! Today, we're diving into the world of cloth diapering to help you avoid the most common mistakes and empower you to have a more positive experience. In this episode, we're revealing the top three mistakes parents often make when using cloth diapers: Improper Fit: I'll teach you essent…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Welcome back, eco-minded mamas! In Part 2 of our enlightening conversation with Cassandra Mulhern (mama of 2 and Cycling Syncing expert from Cycle Synced), we dive deeper into the transformative practice of syncing up your life with your menstrual cycle and its profound impact on family dynamics…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Do you dread your period every month? You're not alone. Join Katie as she shares the powerful tool that brought her from loathing her menstrual cycle to joyfully embracing it through the life-changing practice of cycle syncing. In this episode, Katie welcomes Cassandra Mulhern, a cycle syncing e…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Hey mamas! ✨ If you're looking to save money, reduce waste, and build a supportive community, this episode is for you. Join me, Katie Kurpanek, as I unpack the secrets behind the Buy Nothing Challenge and share practical tips to help you start saving today. Discover how this powerful movement ca…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) So we have talked about this before: the average family in the U.S. spends over $9,000 in their baby's first year. And that does not even include childcare! It feels like there are a million things that your baby needs, especially within their first year. And especially if this is your very firs…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) The rising cost of living is killer right now, especially when it comes to groceries! According to data from the Census Bureau in the United States in 2024, families with kids spend an average of $331/week on groceries. Our family of 3 has been averaging $240/week on groceries over the past year…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Hi, mama! I’m so happy you’re here. This space is being held for you every week, with support for sustainable living – sometimes “sustainable” relates to being eco-friendly, or your finances, but other times, it relates to your well-being. I’m Katie, a mama, coach & podcaster focused on empoweri…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) There is ONE thing that consistently makes or breaks my feeling of stability in any given week and will either save me or cost me the most time. In today's episode, we're going to dive right into what this one thing is and why it matters so, so much -- plus my beginner tips for you so that you c…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Skincare can be incredibly confusing and overwhelming when you’re browsing beauty shelves at the store or you're bombarded with ads online, and especially for us eco-minded mamas! We’re trying to make sure we’re not being greenwashed by companies who seem like they’re good for us, good for the p…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) There’s no getting around it– mealtime is often the most stressful time for many families. The weight that we feel as primary caregivers to make sure our kids have all the nutrition they need and to even get them to eat what we serve at all can be really frustrating... In today’s episode, we’re …

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Hey there, mamas! In this episode of The Eco-Minded Mama Podcast, we're exploring the incredible influence parents have in raising environmentally conscious kids. As a former teacher-turned-coach & mama, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of parental guidance in shaping children's…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Welcome back to our conversation with licensed therapist and parent coach, Tiffani Domokos! This is Part 2. In Part 1, just before this episode, we discussed strategies for identifying the root challenges that continually trip up our progress when building new habits and how to reinforce the cha…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) How many times have you found yourself frustrated when you set out new goals or new habits you want to maintain in your life, and then chasing after them just feels impossible? Long-lasting change is hard enough to reach as one person, but when you’re also juggling the busyness of #momlife, work…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Are you an eco-minded mama?? Let's find out... Welcome to The Eco-Minded Mama Podcast! In this relaunch episode, Katie Kurpanek invites you to explore the journey of eco-conscious parenting and sustainable living. Reflecting back on how a personal trauma led to something brand new and beautiful,…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Do you ever find yourself wondering how you, as one individual person, could actually make a dent in the earth’s carbon footprint – especially when you’re up against giant wasteful corporations and carbon emissions that you have no control over? Do you find yourself worried about the kind of fut…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) The average family spends over $9,000 in their baby’s first year, and that does not include childcare! When my husband and I became first-time parents in 2020, we saved over $6,500 in our baby’s first year and have continued to save thousands more since with sustainable swaps! For many of you li…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Hello, dear listeners. I'm Katie Kurpanek, the host of the All Things Sustainable podcast. Today, I'm sharing an episode that is deeply personal and raw, one that comes from a place of vulnerability and love. October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month in the US, and it feels like the rig…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Join us in the fascinating world of cohousing with the final guest speaker in this Season 4, featuring Trish Becker, Executive Director of the Cohousing Association of the United States. Cohousing is all about shared time, shared space, and shared commitment. Tune in as Trish guides us through t…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Ready to spice up your family meals and routines?? Join us in this new episode as we welcome back the wonderful Ashley from Hey Ashley Renne. She's not just a sustainability advocate and social media guru AND the author of a new cookbook – she's a real mom who knows the ins and outs of creating …

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) In this empowering episode, we dive into the world of sustainable motherhood with the incredible Shayla, a crunchy-mama icon, YouTuber, and Podcaster from "Hey Shayla." Join us as we explore the challenges and triumphs of transitioning into motherhood while maintaining a sustainable lifestyle. S…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Discover the eye-opening world of nontoxic living as we dive into building a safer home with guest speaker Loni Brown, a Healthy Home Expert, Interior Decorator, and founder of Entirely Eco & Wholesome Nest. Join us on this journey to create a healthier living environment for you and your family…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Join us in this empowering episode as we explore practical strategies and gain confidence in sustainably balancing work and breastfeeding. Our guest, Jillian Rothe, Founder & CEO of MAMMaway, shares valuable insights and advice to help you navigate these challenges with ease. Learn how to confid…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Embark on a transformative journey as we explore the remarkable world of hypnobirthing and its profound connection to sustainable living. Join us for an empowering discussion with Dana McCausland, a Hypnotherapist & Hypnobirthing Coach, as we uncover the dance between control and release during …

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Welcome to the 3rd and final part of this bonus series where we'll be focusing on "Amplifying Impact: Empowering Communities for Collective Sustainable Change." Join our guest speaker once more, Tiffani Domokos, a Therapist & Change Management Coach, as we conclude the series, empowering ourselv…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Welcome to Part 2 of this bonus series, where we explore "Mindful Progress: Navigating Overwhelm & Cultivating Sustainable Change." Join us for an enlightening discussion with our guest speaker, Tiffani Domokos, a Therapist & Change Management Coach. In this episode, Tiffani continues the conver…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Are you looking to make changes in your life that align with your values, but finding it hard to get started? Feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to begin, or how to keep going? Join us for Part 1 of this special series as we explore the topic of "Living in Alignment: Creating Lasting Change…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Happy Holidays!! In this BONUS episode, Katie Kurpanek, Eco-Living Coach and Podcast Host, shares her favorite go-to's for sustainable gift ideas! The holidays, or any special occasion, can present challenges when you want to give something your loved ones will truly enjoy while sticking to your…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) This beautiful series is coming to a close and in this final episode, Katie Kurpanek, Eco-Living Coach and Podcast Host, shares her own personal journey into embracing the "vegan" title and how a plant-based diet has impacted her physically, as well as all the unexpected ways veganism has comple…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Have you learned so much about the meat and dairy industries and/or the benefits of a plant-based diet but the one thing holding you back from embracing the "vegan" title is the fear of change? The anxiety of challenging the status quo? Do you have worries like-- what about the holidays? And wha…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) "When our actions don't match our words, we wound our souls." Dr. Sailesh Rao, world-renowned systems engineer specialist, executive producer, speaker and author, joins Katie Kurpanek, Eco-Living Coach and Podcast Host, to recognize our place of belonging within nature -- exactly as we are. Dr. …

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Is it ethical to push for a plant-based / vegan world? Is the modern vegan movement dismissing entire people groups and cultures? What is "white veganism" and how does this often differ from vegans within the BIPOC community? How can we push for less animal consumption without addressing the foo…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) When it comes to climate change and reversing the damage that has already been done on our earth, what individual choices really matter most? Striving to be zero-waste, traveling less, using less energy, recycling more, or could it simply boil down to what's on our plate? Dr. Joanne Kong, award-…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) If you've ever been oppressed and carried the weight of an unjust system, you will likely recognize the blueprints of oppression elsewhere when you see it. The problem is, most of us can't see what is purposefully hidden, unless we know where to look... Gwenna Hunter is the founder of the Vegans…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Are you or a loved one suffering from heart disease, cancer, diabetes, high cholesterol, or chronic pain? Has anyone ever told you how these conditions (and more) can be prevented as well as reversible in many cases? And when you've heard about a vegan (or plant-based) diet, have you ever wonder…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Have you ever felt like you needed to hold back your truth for the sake of someone else's approval? Do you struggle to communicate effectively in ways that feel like both/multiple perspectives are being shared and truly heard? Have you found it challenging to navigate the trends of social media …

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Here it is, the final episode in our 3-part BONUS series on living sustainably amidst Back to School season! Parts 1-2 covered low-waste lunches/snacks, school supplies, clothing and backpacks! There are tons of little gems in there you won't want to miss, so be sure to go back and listen if you…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Annnnd we're back with Part 2 of this 3-part BONUS series on living sustainably amidst Back to School season! Part 1 covered low-waste lunches and school supplies! Today, we're sharing our best eco-hacks for clothing and backpacks (because Lord knows how these kids keep outgrowing, shredding, mi…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Have you found yourself feeling overwhelmed by back-to-school to-do's and supply lists and costs (or do you know that dear friend who is)?? I've been there! Well, as a teacher. (My little one's only just now enrolling in "school" two days a week, starting next month...) Now, whether you’ve handl…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Hey friends! We are wrapping up Season 2 on how to become more Conscious Consumers and taking a break for a bit... but we'll be back with an exciting Season 3 and a topic that often stirs up some controversy... ;) My goal is to handle this next series topic with as much respect, understanding, a…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Do you fall into the black hole of "doom-scrolling" and feel the weight of climate anxiety? Or have you felt angry and discouraged every time you're trying your best to live sustainably but then you look at the overflowing garbage around you and wonder if there's even a point to trying? ...Same,…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) How many of you have that one friend who’s always scoring incredible deals while thrifting? How many of you want that friend to teach you how to do this for yourself?? Ugochi Nwaneri, Professional Personal Thrifter & Creator of Thrift 'n Prosper, is that friend for you! She joins Katie Kurpanek,…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Is this you? Maybe you look around your home and you feel a sense of chaos rather than peace and calm. Maybe you and your partner are moving in together and finding space for the new combination of things is proving to be challenging. Maybe you feel weighed down by gifts you've been keeping out …

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) How many times have you found yourself in a bind where you need a product and can't find it in stores or, for the sake of time, it's just easier to buy it online? You're not alone -- there were roughly 256 million online shoppers in 2020, and that number is increasing every year! But did you kno…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Do you find yourself wondering about certain products (like toilet paper, bedsheets, lingerie, shoes, etc) and thinking "There's got to be a sustainable alternative for that somewhere!" ...well, so did Maddy! So, she did something about it, and now WE all get to enjoy the benefits! Maddy Gawler,…

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Shopping "zero waste" can seem like an impossible task, and you may feel a sense of overwhelm or shame just thinking about how daunting this is. I've felt the same way! And here's the thing, if we're aiming for truly ZERO waste, then yes, that's impossible for most. But there are sooo many ways …

Send Katie a Message with Your Questions/Thoughts! :) Welcome to the first interview of Season 2! In this season, we're talking about how to become more conscious consumers, and if I've learned anything in the past few years it's that if my activism isn't intersectional, then it's lacking. If you want ONE place to turn to so that you can be sure yo…