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What we got WRONG about zero waste & sustainability (mistakes & misconceptions) 2

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@Shelbizleee4 years ago Hey guys! After some feedback and further research I have decided to match donations to more than Campaign Zero.
I understand that a large portion of the black community is advocating for radical change, and while I may not believe that method of advocacy is the most effective, I still want to be able to match donations to causes you can whole-heartedly support.
So please feel free to submit your donations from any of the orgs listed on this doc to be matched,
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@aimemaggie4 years ago Thank you for not using maddison as a crutch for providing youre not racist. 655
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@sierradwyer93644 years ago I am constantly advocating for this planet, but am i advocating equally enough for the people that i share this planet with? What every whiteneeds to be asking themselves. Thank you for this content. 286
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@maize32394 years ago I' m a geologist. When people say " we have to save the planet, " i' m just like - nah, man. The planet will be fine. We have to save ourselves . ...Expand 173
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@sydneywilliams47964 years ago You should do a video on environmental racism! How black communities often bare the brunt of environmental pollution (polluting factories are more likely . ...Expand 147
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@gepifano4 years ago My favorite phrase around the topic of sustainable products being more expensive is if you arent paying, someone else is. 62
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@AliceGirl12344 years ago " you cannot do all the good that the world needs, but the world needs all the good you can do" i absolutely love this thank you for all the good you' ve done for our world, so far. 153
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@marisolgarcia50364 years ago I live in a black & latinx community, i cannot emphasize how hard being in a lower income city + food deserts+ trying to be anjust makes me feel like i see these perfect zero waste people and they are all aesthetic and i can' t achieve that, makes me feel like a failure. Thank you for making this video and understanding your privledge and taking account how others don' t have this privledge in the minimalist community. ...Expand 28
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@itoshiibaka82674 years ago I' m 100% here for videos about racial equity, feminism, diversity, etc, in addition to environmental. 160
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@fionam58794 years ago Would be great if you were more explicit about barriers to sustainable practices e. G. When you say not everyone has access to bulk stores or shampoo bars . ...Expand 240
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@gracebowman56424 years ago Another super frustrating thing about cycles of poverty andwe all know that in the us the backbone of our economy is cheaply made (but widely available) products and the truly sustainable products (which would save the consumer money in the long run) require more of an upfront cost. Producers know this and intentionally hook low-income consumers on the cheaply made product, and because the us has made building wealthfor poc and other marginalized groups, the cyclemakes my blood boil. ...Expand 38
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@samhenry84624 years ago Misconception #3 is so prevalent in my family. I keep explaining to my parents that it is more economical and ethical to buy sustainable clothing. They . ...Expand 73
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@caitlynsmith54414 years ago This convo was spot on. I literally was shopping yesterday for silicone bags and tempting myself with the cheaper versions on amazon and resorted to buying . ...Expand 61
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@lunarose94 years ago I wish we could hear a more diverse vioce within the sutsainability movement, especially from indiginous peoples. They will have a different perspective, . ...Expand 48
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@exreemmaster12344 years ago Also, its not just other countries who exploit workers. The us does it with prison labor. Important to note that we look down on other countries for n . ...Expand 8
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@Semzi104 years ago Thank you for this video. I need more white sustainability influencers to call out the fact that this space is so white. There' s a lot of work to be done. 52
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@isabelcannell4744 years ago One thing you didn' t mention, but i think is worth looking at and talking about is that many companies rely on prison labor to produce their products. 6
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@gracetaylor63094 years ago Hey shelby, something to discuss would be how racism and environmental injustice intersect. It is vital to care about the environment because it directly . ...Expand 12
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@mireyas284 years ago After the whole lush debacle, the task of trying to find other sustainable brands seemed daunting, so thank you for actually taking the time! 28
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@lindseylazo4234 years ago I love that you are willing to reflect on the work you have done and recognize where you could have done better. Having that open, reflective dialogue . ...Expand 16
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@BabyMango4 years ago You are very well spoken! Thank you for using your platform to bring awareness to these issues! I know a lot of people look up to you, and role models . ...Expand 10
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@amyalksnis56593 years ago This is an amazing example of practising what you preach. This is what integrity looks like. It is so easy to say things but to follow through with your actions is a different story.
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@vampiricvirgo4 years ago Thank you so much for talking about the finances part of being zero waste! Im quite lucky to attend a private college but im one of the least well-off stu . ...Expand 7
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@queenblurblab4 years ago Recently on fb a very large zero waste group had an issue withto the point where a new group splintered off into an entirely new intersectional zero waste group. 7
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@xanhadsell81604 years ago You should do the reviews of the brands you bought from on youtube! I dont check instagram, but would love a follow-up. Thank you for having this discussion . ...Expand 9
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@AnimeDirectionBabe4 years ago I hope your family situation can be resolved smoothly. Thank you for another great video and take all the time you need to put family first. 12
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@LadyOfRain14 years ago You' re right, it' s not a level playing field! Never has been. We need to do better! We need to raise our voice and say " that shit' s not . ...Expand 1
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@rosemaryfox92124 years ago Thank you for sharing this video!
do you have one / could you make one on ways people can call out companies or communicate with them about id="hidden24" like " how to email wal-mart to demand betteror some such? I think something actionable we can do to demand better besides just buying elsewhere would super helpful!. ...Expand 5
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@kristiharvey72784 years ago I wish i could love this a million times. Thank you for your knowledge and perseverance and dedication. Thank you. 10
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@amandarosenberg60854 years ago Thank you. I' m so happy that you have made a stand for black lives. I know that some people don' t want to discuss the issue, but you have proved to be a thoughtful, educated person. 2
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@karla_zero4 years ago " remember, you can not do all the good that the world needs, but the world needs all the good that you can do. " loved this! I really enjoyed th . ...Expand 2
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@Hopie_T4 years ago I love these videos! You might think you' re ranting but you' re explaining it so wonderfully and it so important to have knowledge besides which also why does your outro line always make me tear up?. ...Expand 6
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@littledipper11994 years ago Ive literally been binge-watching your videos since i found out about you yesterday. My life is forever changed because of your scientific and reputable a i have one suggestion: im from canada, and duties and shipping makes it hard to want to buy from the us. Also, i definitely dont live near any thrift shops. Could you make a video on any canadian-based brands? Pro-ecolo is a quebec based company i found, but i want to know of clothing and other brands! Thank you so much < 3. ...Expand
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@mella57924 years ago Hey shelbi! I enjoy your content and i often hear you say that " zero waste" is meant to be an industrial term. I was hoping you could make a . ...Expand 1
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@helena-boateng4 years ago sighhh the same goes here down here in the U.K (more specifically, my life down here in England) 21
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@sarahlueck17324 years ago This video was entertaining, informative, and helpful in so many ways for me. Thank you for all that you do. Thank you for using your platform in this . ...Expand
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@miranda44754 years ago As always, thankful for your content. I can tell you have really thought about the ethics behind your lifestyle and i am here for it. 8
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@lovemyne224 years ago Gah! Thank you for explaining why organic and sustainable is more expensive! I always get those arguments from naysayers and it is always good to have more information to explain to them when the question comes up! 2
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@kriscrawsx7734 years ago Thank you for diving deep and really telling us whats up.
a little off topic but.
i just learned about csa' s. Community supported i know you talk about and use imperfect foods. I was going to go that route until i learned about csa' s. Hoping to start that soon!. ...Expand 7
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@sarahkaye70964 years ago Its so fun to watch your videos every week (something i genuinely look forward to) but so glad you decided to stay silent last week and create this v id="hidden34"ideo. Thank you for all of your research to bring us information, resources, and new perspectives. ...Expand 1
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@theonlyaprilfunk4 years ago I feel the same about the price points. As ive turned to buying more ethical, sustainable, and local things are simply more expensive because of the b . ...Expand
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@aks2724 years ago Would love to see a video all about dropshipping! 6
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@sarasorrell84764 years ago I fell prey to misconception 2 early on in my attempt to be more sustainable. Now i' m stuck with poor quality silicone bags that are difficult to use. . ...Expand 1
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@Bee_Healthier4 years ago You are so badass, so amazing, so beautiful on so many levels. Im sorry for your family issues and the world around you, but together all of us are going . ...Expand 1
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@iriswan85794 years ago This provides so much insights, especially for newbies like me who just began this journey. Really appreciate it!
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@mochipengin4 years ago You are appreciated for having the dialogue with your family. I' m praying for your mental health < 3. 1
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@MissCarreautee4 years ago Thank you for bringing up the first point about the 3 pillars ofwould love to hear you discuss this further!
i personnally think that going zero waste/living a sustainable lifestyle is one of many ways to use our priviledge as white people to avocate for social justice; by choosing not to contribute to a consumerist society that relies on the destruction of indigenouspoc communities & their environment overseas (and at home) we are taking away a bit of the power of the corporations that profit off that abuse, and doing our best to prevent climate disasters that will affect those same communities mostly.
obviously it' s not the full picture, voting and speaking out are also critical, especially at this moment. ...Expand
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@MsWill924 years ago Thank you so much for making this video. I learned a lot. I was just looking at silicone bags on amazon trying to decide which to buy. I was overwhelmed . ...Expand 1
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@Clove25464 years ago I think this is one of your best videos. I like the zero waste swaps etc but really drilling down on what are we doing and why when we try to reduce id="hidden40" and what does that mean is far more meaningful. And really, who bears the brunt of pollution, toxic dumping, etc? Poor people who are statistically far more likely to be people of color. ...Expand 2
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@zoewynne29094 years ago Love this video! I never know how to explain why sustainable things are more expensive this really helped. 1
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@The_Rae_Gun_4 years ago Just finished listening to " the story of stuff" it was mind blowing! Do you have any more book. 31
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@aboutagirl50854 years ago Thank you shelby for speaking out on racism. I' m a mixed race white woman. I have priveledge because if my skin colour. But it also exposes me to a the uk is also horrific atm. ...Expand 9
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@missanaliese47514 years ago I am so sorry that this has nothing to do with the video but it just needs to be said. Your hair is so pretty! And thank you so much for talking about all of this and for everything you teach us!
loves < 3. 11
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@annabeinglazy55804 years ago Thank you so much for putting the correct meaning behind sustainability out here. I think one of my dad' s favoriteabout sustainability and " lets save the planet" branding is that, and i quote " the planet will be fine, it' s just us that will be gone" as if somehow that invalidates striving forand it drives me nuts. Like, yes, the planet will bounce back, it did so after the dinosaur age and will again. I would prefer if i can still live on it while it does tho, thank you very much.
also thank you that you tackled the social and economic issues that are attached tothat tends to get ignored quite often and as a result, sustainability can come across as quite elitist, a thing that rich people do when they buy expensive reformation clothing. I have seen sth similar happen in the vegan community. For example, entire channels expecting that people can shop organic whole foods all the time. Or bulk shopping, which you cannot do if you live in a food desert and dont have a car. Or if there are simply no bulk shops. I have also seen people flat out denying that such conditions can exist or blaming the ones in such conditions as if it was just laziness. Thank you for not doing that. ...Expand
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@zoegardner95404 years ago Really great to see some content that addresses these more nuanced questions and goes a bit further than just " buy a reusable straw! " this is . ...Expand
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@henriettelinkshanderin14494 years ago Dear shelbi,
thank you so much for this video!
i really hope that the world will change and we will live to see people live in peace together i wish you all the strength and energy and courage and everything you need to support your family in your current situation. ...Expand
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@Azarko2124 years ago Very well said and as always youre asking the important questions and taking action in changing the world. Youre very inspirational. ~ Product recommendation wis goalis to take what i saved as things pay for themselves and put that money into helping the community i live in. We just had a protest here and a few speakers really focused in on coming together as one. Shouldve been common sense but i hate the town i live in doesnt mean i shouldnt help the people who live in it. ...Expand 1
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@BeccaDoesStuffYT4 years ago Thank you for the educational content as always! Thanks for touching on human rights and social justice issues as well! I was wondering if you could teach . ...Expand 5
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@CocoShin4 years ago Thanks for the great work, especially considering everything that' s going on in thr world and in your personal life. And you' re matching donations! That' s amazing! 1
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@adelest95004 years ago I think thatitems are only expensive because of label" myth is closely related to your second point about dropshipping. People buy one relatively expensiveitem, get totally disappointed because it' s crap quality cheaply produced stuff (i personally did that with bamboo toothbrushes which were terrible to use and three of them molded in the package so i just had to throw them out unused, welp, there goes my 12 eur) and think all the sustainable items work like this. ...Expand 40
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@ashleyosorio84524 years ago Yet again, another amazing video filled with knowledge and truth
this is one of your best videos yet, and i appreciate you shouting out poc brown i really wish your family matters become better and that you are all ok!. ...Expand
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@akemikurokawa4 years ago What a generous thing you' re doing, shelbi! Your content has always been incredible and i will absolutely continue to support moving forward even more so now x.
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@TheEllenMellon4 years ago Thank you so much for this! I have stopped following a lot of sustainability people (unofficially. Just don' t watch them as much) and diverting mu cancel culture. Start education culture! Im here for it!. ...Expand
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@KokeshiKathy4 years ago Long time follower. I love your videos and your world view. This was my favorite so far. Thank you so much for all the work always put into sharing your insights and thoughtful perspective.
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@priscillamariekleven4 years ago So well done. I got chills thinking of the hard conversations you must' ve had and excited by your whole-hearted dedication to speaking the truth. I . ...Expand 1
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@alainaknoll19694 years ago Thank you for using this platform to share the movement! I started watching your videos this evening and i cant stop! I swear wed be friends in person! Lol.
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@hopestafford32504 years ago Shelbi, i missed you! Sending positive thoughts your way for you and your family. I' m sure we all will be okay if you have to pause your content for a minute so you can focus on what matters most. Xoxo. 3
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@peachypie29624 years ago I love the videos where you go deeper into topics like this.
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@princesskayla19944 years ago Would love to see system sustainability as a series. 1
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@julil49484 years ago I would encourage you to look up critical resistance (they have a twitter for example) and the broader abolition movement because i think you would find . ...Expand 2
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@katherinemccarron75704 years ago Love this video and the content you make on this channel! I love that you discuss topics beyond the surface of sustainable living. Keep creating amazing and insightful content!
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@katiegriggs98254 years ago Thanks for speaking up about these issues and talking about the aspects of sustainability that are not often discussed. Reminds me of jfk' s moon speech . ...Expand
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@morganelcz4 years ago Shelby, you keep amazing me. Youre such a good example on so many levels.
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@danielashford24354 years ago Awesome well thought out and laid out video, thanks for sharing.
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@Amalia.s.80594 years ago Loved your link with all the resources you provided! I would add the netflix documentary the two killings of sam cooke and la 92.
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@ashleighstubbs73294 years ago This is my favorite (imo best) video you have made. Soo much important and informative content!
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@justannalena75124 years ago It is happening in our country! I live in germany and i know we have our history especially with antisemitism but racism is a thing everywhere in the world, . ...Expand 2
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@tylalockwood98694 years ago This is such a beautiful video thank you for sharing! 1
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@bemoreonline4 years ago We can vote with our $ ~
thank you for your voice!
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@terrijackson52554 years ago Thank you for another great post, i learn so much from you each time i watch your videos.
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@becominG004 years ago Thank you for the awesome video! Sending love and compassion for you&your family how is maddison doing?
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@aromaofhope4 years ago Excellent content. Hope your family situation clears up soon and that a lot of money is raised for campaign zero.
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@mariacastello63404 years ago Thank you so much for this video! I learned a lot from it.
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@MonoiLuv4 years ago You' re amazing and thank you for posting this video, shelbi.
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@duckyluver124 years ago #3 is so true. We finally bought a new mattress after 10 years and a lot of back pain. So naturally i did my research and found a brand that had no flame . ...Expand
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@sofijayanez61584 years ago Loved this video! I found the last object q tips a little pricey so i looked up a knock off online which was much cheaper. Turns out the knock off brands . ...Expand
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@lolafiiona70144 years ago I love this topic! Thank you for your chat. I like this style of video it' s more chill and you dont seem to be as scripted if that makes sense. But i like your other videos too. 1
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@simplymeowlogical4 years ago I really, really love your videos! They are so informative and important!
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@steffilea38734 years ago I think that this is my favourite video on the internet.
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@KatieGPowell4 years ago Thank you sm for your content, i have learned so much from your videos. I really love these more in depth videos that get into the complex side of id="hidden64" they are really enlightening and make me feel informed. I hope you' re doing okay in this tough time. I really appreciated you speaking on blm, it' s really nice to hear about it from people i watch all the time. ...Expand 1
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@elainehutfles96884 years ago I learn so much from you every video. Loved this video! 1
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@tjgroves27254 years ago Hey @shelbizlee i would love to see a video on sustainable companies that also support equality, given it being pride month and also given the circumstances that we are in right now. I love your content, thanks! 1
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@ladylovestead41564 years ago Thank you for your vulnerability and for the resources. Good work here. Lt; 3.
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@sarahthatcher1234 years ago Loved' beyond thelearned a bit more. A good little braingoing to try to remember your venn diagram. The visual was very helpful.
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@joflow91364 years ago Great information thank you for talking about this.
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@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist4 years ago I love this and this series. This is all so important to talk about and what i try to do on my channel too:
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@randimartinez29824 years ago I' d love to hear your take on environmental racism! 1