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Candid Sustainability Podcast
Kabelo Rathobei
5 episodes
3 months ago
Can a building be both green and safe? In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into the overlooked tensions between sustainability and fire safety. Joined by fire safety engineer and lecturer Rhoda, we unpack how eco-friendly building materials—like wood—offer climate-conscious benefits but introduce new fire risks. From concrete’s carbon footprint to the vulnerabilities of informal settlements, this conversation explores the complex trade-offs in designing for both people and the planet. ...
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Can a building be both green and safe? In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into the overlooked tensions between sustainability and fire safety. Joined by fire safety engineer and lecturer Rhoda, we unpack how eco-friendly building materials—like wood—offer climate-conscious benefits but introduce new fire risks. From concrete’s carbon footprint to the vulnerabilities of informal settlements, this conversation explores the complex trade-offs in designing for both people and the planet. ...
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Personal Journals
Education,
Society & Culture,
Self-Improvement,
Science,
Nature
Episodes (5/5)
Candid Sustainability Podcast
EP 5: Sustainability vs. Fire Safety - Can We Build Green Without Getting Burned?
Can a building be both green and safe? In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into the overlooked tensions between sustainability and fire safety. Joined by fire safety engineer and lecturer Rhoda, we unpack how eco-friendly building materials—like wood—offer climate-conscious benefits but introduce new fire risks. From concrete’s carbon footprint to the vulnerabilities of informal settlements, this conversation explores the complex trade-offs in designing for both people and the planet. ...
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3 months ago
23 minutes

Candid Sustainability Podcast
EP 4: AI and Sustainability - A new era in waste management
What happens when cutting-edge AI meets traditional waste management? Prepare to have your perspective transformed as sustainability innovator Gift Lubele takes us behind the scenes of South Africa's hidden recycling economy. Did you know that 80-90% of all South African post-consumer packaging passes through the hands of approximately 90,000 to 200,000 informal waste pickers? These unsung environmental heroes work tirelessly, often in dangerous conditions and facing significant social stigm...
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4 months ago
45 minutes

Candid Sustainability Podcast
EP 3: Sustainability in My Culture: What I Didn’t Realise I Grew Up Doing Right
In this conversation, Kabelo explores the deep-rooted cultural practices that have long embodied sustainability, often without the formal recognition of the term. She reflects on her upbringing in South Africa, where resourcefulness and eco-conscious behaviours were a way of life, not a trend. As she navigates the professional sustainability landscape in Europe, she recognises the disconnect between traditional practices and modern sustainability narratives, advocating for a broader underst...
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4 months ago
10 minutes

Candid Sustainability Podcast
EP 2: Green Guilt & Other Weird Sustainability Feelings
In this episode, Kabelo discusses the emotional complexities surrounding sustainability, particularly focusing on the concepts of green guilt and eco anxiety. Through personal anecdotes and cultural reflections, she explores the challenges of maintaining sustainable practices in daily life while navigating societal expectations. The conversation emphasizes the importance of progress over perfection in the journey towards a more sustainable lifestyle. Takeaways Green guilt is a common fee...
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4 months ago
10 minutes

Candid Sustainability Podcast
EP 1 Candid Beginnings - Why this podcast exists
This introduction episode gives a glimpse into what to expect with this podcast. Candid Sustainability is a podcast that explores the complexities and challenges of living sustainably in a real-world context. Hosted by Kabelo, a corporate sustainability PhD researcher, the podcast emphasises the importance of honest conversations about sustainability, acknowledging the messy and imperfect nature of individual choices. It aims to create a community for those who care about the planet but may f...
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4 months ago
11 minutes

Candid Sustainability Podcast
Can a building be both green and safe? In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into the overlooked tensions between sustainability and fire safety. Joined by fire safety engineer and lecturer Rhoda, we unpack how eco-friendly building materials—like wood—offer climate-conscious benefits but introduce new fire risks. From concrete’s carbon footprint to the vulnerabilities of informal settlements, this conversation explores the complex trade-offs in designing for both people and the planet. ...