The Sustainable Conversation

In the sixth and final episode of series 2 for The Sustainable Conversation, Fashion Stylist Rebekah Roy and Sustainable Influencer Besma Whayeb discuss fashion that is kind to the planet. The pair share how this big topic is creating waves and part of a whole new generation keen to enjoy second-hand style.

Plymouth born actress from Netflix hit series The Witcher, and Britain’s Next Top Model winner Mecia Simson sits down with Naomi May to have a Sustainable Conversation. Mecia shares the steps that she takes in her personal life to be kinder to the planet and how small conscious contributions can go a long way. Watch this special episode to engage in a much needed discussion to help sustain our planet.

Salvation Army Trading Company’s Head of Corporate Partnerships, Kirk Bradley is joined by corporate partner Oh Polly’s Sustainability Co-ordinator, Shania Pallicer McPherson for a Sustainable Conversation. They talk accessible ways for the public to donate and take part in diverting more textiles away from disposal and their motivations to make lasting change.

Charity Shop Girl talks second-hand fashion on The Salvation Army podcast, The Sustainable Conversation. The third episode from the second series, features a special edition with Jennifer Graham, aka Charity Shop Girl, a trusted voice for charity retail who uses her social channels and media presence to help remove the stigma associated with charity shopping and promote second-hand fashion.

Actress Kara Tointon who has starred in hit shows including EASTENDERS (BBC), ITV’s MR. SELFRIDGE and ITV’s 4-part Cary Grant biopic, ARCHIE sits down with editor Naomi May for a much-needed Sustainable Conversation to drive lasting change.  Also joining Kara and Naomi on the sofa is Kelvin Barron, fashion stylist whose client list features some of the UK’s most recognisable names and his work also includes Grammy, BAFTA and NTA Award winners and the UK’s finest red-carpet events such as the Brit Awards, the Fashion Awards, Elle Style Awards and Glamour Women of the Year.

The Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL), is delighted to announce the launch of their second series of the SATCoL podcast, The Sustainable Conversation. This is another opportunity to support the fashion industry and create a call to action for social and environmental justice.The first episode features a conversation with global star, philanthropist and DJ, Cuppy. From DJing at Glastonbury, right through to being featured on Glamour UK, Harper's Bazaar and heading up a thriving foundation that creates numerous opportunities for children in Africa and the UK, Cuppy is a force for good.Joining Cuppy is Lucy Kebbell founder of The Vendeur, a media platform focusing on sustainability and responsible consumption. Lucys work with small sustainable businesses led to the creation of The WIP in 2022, a community of SME's in the positive impact space. As a writer, Lucy is a key player in the fashion circuit and continues to wave the flag for community and sustainability. The two guests engage in a candid discussion around second-hand fashion and discuss taking steps towards lasting change.

Majonne Frost is a sustainability expert with over 14 years’ experience of developing and delivering sustainability and net zero carbon strategies across U.K retail businesses. She leads on green innovation at SATCoL, with her current focus area on supporting innovation in textile recycling at our state-of-the art textile processing centre in Kettering. To conclude our first series of the SATCoL podcast, Majonne talks openly about the work we can do in the fashion industry to divert more items away from landfill and extend the useful life of second-hand fashion.

Jessica Davis is Harper's Bazaar UK's digital writer covering news stories, designer and celebrity interviews. Specialising in fashion and sustainability, Jessica keeps the Harper’s Bazaar reader in the know about how to help our planet. In this episode of the SATCoL podcast, Jessica shares her thoughts on the steps we can take to be more engaging and work collectively to help sustain our planet.

In our third episode of The Sustainable Conversation, Ally Head, Health, Sustainability and Relationships Editor at Marie Claire discusses this defining moment for sustainable fashion, thrifting, social media and second-hand shopping. The award winning Editor works on site strategy, features, and e-commerce, reporting on the latest health updates and wellness content, and rounding up the genuinely sustainable items to add to your basket.