Lindsey McCoy is the co-founder of Plaine Products, a pioneering zero-waste personal care brand born from a desire to tackle plastic pollution. After witnessing firsthand the impact of plastic waste while living in the Bahamas, Lindsey and her sister launched a line of refillable aluminum bottles to replace single-use packaging in the bathroom.

In this episode of the Sustainable Jungle Podcast, Joy speaks with Lindsey about the origins of Plaine Products, the evolution of the refill model, and how the brand earned our Top Rated badge through exceptional sustainability practices.

You’ll hear about: 🌴 Lindsey’s personal journey from nonprofit work to sustainable beauty ♻️ How Plaine Products’ refill system works and why aluminum was the material of choice 🏆 Key insights from our brand rating process 💡 Challenges and wins of building a mission-led brand 🌍 What the future of zero-waste beauty might look like

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/-kq0YaVMyOU

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👇 Shop Plaine Products: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/plaine-products-brand-rating/ 🔍 See the brand rating: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/brand-ratings/plaine-products/ 🌱 Register your interest to become a member: https://forms.gle/cJEE2Q1vAxW6yYpdA 💌 Sign up to our newsletter: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/newsletter/ 📝 Show notes: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/podcast/episode-78/ https://www.sustainablejungle.com/brand-directory/

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In this episode, we’re joined by Katie Schmidt, founder of Passion Lilie—a New Orleans-based fashion brand that blends timeless design with deep fair trade values. Katie and her team work hand-in-hand with artisan partners in India, helping preserve traditional techniques and uplift local communities through meaningful employment and long-term collaboration.

Passion Lilie is also one of our Top Rated brands, recognized for their ethical sourcing, customer-loved products, and sustainability commitments. In this conversation, Katie shares how she built a business that prioritizes people, purpose, and craftsmanship.

You’ll hear about:

• Katie’s personal journey and founding story
• How Passion Lilie supports and uplifts artisan communities in India
• Why slow fashion and timeless style are core to the brand’s mission
• Highlights from our brand rating and what makes Passion Lilie a Top Rated brand
• Reflections on ethical fashion and industry change

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👇 Shop Passion Lilie: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/passion-lilie-brand-rating-review/

🔍 See the brand rating: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/brand-ratings/passion-lilie/

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📝 Show notes: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/podcast/episode-77/

💚 Find other rated brands: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/brand-directory/

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Meet Bernardo Carreira, founder of 8000Kicks—the brand behind the world’s first waterproof hemp sneakers.

In this episode, Joy speaks with Bernardo about the personal story behind the company, how he (with the help of his grandmother) launched an innovative hemp footwear brand, and what it takes to build a business rooted in sustainability, ethics, and performance.

8000Kicks is one of Sustainable Jungle’s Top Rated brands—recognized for its use of innovative materials like hemp, strong supply chain transparency, fair labor practices, and commitment to reducing its footprint.

Members-only bonus: In the extended bonus segment, we go behind the scenes to discuss the personal challenges of running a mission-led company, how Bernardo balances innovation with business realities (and a grueling workload), and some more killer advice for other sustainability focused entrepreneurs. Stay tuned for details on how to access this exclusive content or register your interest here: https://forms.gle/cJEE2Q1vAxW6yYpdA

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• See 8000Kicks' Rating: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/brand-ratings/8000kicks/
• Visit 8000Kicks (affiliate link): https://www.sustainablejungle.com/8000kicks-brand-rating-and-review/
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• Show notes: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/podcast/episode-76/
• Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pODntNv5zRY
• Find other rated brands: https://www.sustainablejungle.com/brand-directory/
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