Vinita Baravkar is the founder of Bhumi, which translates as Mother Earth in Sanskrit. Bhumi make organic, pure, and chemical-free products with the highest of manufacturing standards. Vinita talks about materials and production methods behind the scenes at Bhumi which sets them apart from market competitors. Learn about the shocking truths in the world of fast-fashion and how Vinita and Bhumi are determined to lead by example, in this fascinating discussion focused on the textile and fashion industries.

Links to show content:

Bhumi website: www.bhumi.com.au   

The Journey of Bhumi Products from "Seed To Shelf" video: https://youtu.be/t1DDcihXdY0 

River Blue documentary: www.riverbluethemovie.eco 

Global Organic Textiles Standards (GOTS): global-standard.org/the-standard 

Ethical Labour Sourcing Standards: bregroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Ethical-Labour-Sourcing-Infographic_14.05.18_1249.pdf 

Produced and hosted by the team at Wavechanger based in Sydney, Australia. Thank you to Julien Barbagallo for allowing us to use his single 'Debout' for the opening musical segment. Taken from his album Les Grands Brûlés (2021).

Surfer vs Planet with Vinita Baravkar, Bhumi

Our latest podcast episode features Vipe Desai, Board Executive, Business Strategist & Philanthropist, and the current Executive Director of the Surf Industry Members Association (SIMA). Vipe has more than 35 years of experience spanning retail, brand building, event planning and philanthropy to SIMA. Within the role, Vipe champions the mission of supporting the surf industry’s dynamic growth through fearless innovation, endless stoke, and sustainability.

Links to show content:

SIMA website: surfindustry.org/ 

Billiard balls made from ivory: plastics-themag.com/The-first-plastic-It-all-started-with-a-billiard-ball 

Ryan Harris, shaper based in LA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHrTj8Sz7XQ

The Cyclon Shoe, made with castor beans: https://www.on-running.com/en-us/collection/cyclon?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=campaign&_kx=Qf5n2_g2oaTsCfWFiCJWTR1XG62s4H4-h_utX5SXdtA%3D.XRy5je 

Dr. Cliff Kapono: cliffkapono.com/ 

Vipe on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/vipedesai/

Produced and hosted by the team at Wavechanger based in Sydney, Australia. Thank you to Julien Barbagallo for allowing us to use his single 'Debout' for the opening musical segment. Taken from his album Les Grands Brûlés (2021).

Surfer vs Planet with Vipe Desai, SIMA

Captain Paul Watson is a Canadian-American conservationist and environmental activist, who founded the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, which is an anti-poaching and direct action group focused on marine conservation activism. He’s received many prestigious accolades in his time, including the Jules Verne Award in 2012 and the Defense of Marine Life Award in 2010. He was inducted into the US Animal Rights Hall of Fame in 2002, he was recognized with the George H. W. Bush Daily Points of Light Award in 1999 and named one of Time Magazine's Top 20 Environmental Heroes in the year 2000. 

On September 3, 2022, Captain Watson announced that he was leaving Sea Shepherd and setting up a new organisation, the Captain Paul Watson Foundation with his former work colleague and friend, Omar Todd.

Enjoy this Carpark Convo with Captain Paul Watson and get in touch with us if you have any questions about the podcast.

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Carpark Convo with Captain Paul Watson

Jason Burns views sustainability as a key to the future of all business and he’s a strong believer that renewable energy has a very solid future in Australia. Jason is the Managing Director of ECOlectrical, with over 20 years of industry experience, backed by electrical, solar, environmental & carbon management certification: ensuring Ecolectrical’s customers receive the best service, advice and price. Based near Newcastle in NSW, Jason’s got a Masters Degree in Environmental & Business Management and has a wealth of knowledge on all things solar!

Enjoy this Carpark Convo with Jason Burns and get in touch with us if you have any questions about the podcast.

Carpark Convos is proudly sponsored by the legends at ECOlectrical. Residential/Commercial Solar & Electrical services that deliver the most powerful return on investment only by in-house staff, along with genuine, long-term aftercare service.
Mention Surfers for Climate and they'll throw in your first year's inspection and clean for FREE!
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