That Bright Idea: Recent Episodes
Rhiannon Collins & Ellie Wood
This tea-break sized pod is all about innovation that is changing the world. Previously, "Lightbulb Moments". Email us: thatbrightidea.podcast@gmail.com
This episode is all about ECO SWAPS! We chat to the AMAZING Less Waste Lauraand talk about razors and biodegradable plasters!
That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas that are improving the world one step at a time!
What is in store:
- Intro: Ellie is nearly back to full health and has a wealth of 'knowledge and advice' about herbal remedies.
- Email from Elfed. One of our listeners wrote to us detailing what he found out about non-disposable razors and we are here to spread the word (featuring a terrible Welsh accent from Ellie). Rhi Rhi also tells us about her Estrid razor.
- PATCH plasters that biodegrade within 10 weeks - check out the time lapse on their website!
- Special Guest: Less Waste Lauratells us all about ways to be more sustainable and reduce the waste we produce at home, she tells us how to identify green washing, and gives us some tips for using a waste-free conditioner!
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Clip 1: Drop It Like It's Hot by Snoop Dog
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This episode is all about CLOTHES - but not in the conventional sense... this week we are talking second hand sportswear and washing strips!
That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with Chloe from Goodfit!
What is in store:
- Intro: Rhirhi and Ellie MET UP IN PERSON at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and visited a vegan hotel, during their trip, at 3am on Saturday, they tasted the best Falafel in Edinburgh.
- EcoSwap: Tru Earth laundry strips
- Special Guest: Chloe, Founder of Goodfit
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Clip 1: Don't Have to Take Your Clothes Off by Ella Eyre
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This episode is all about reducing the carbon footprint of what you eat! That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with Heather from Nommm! What is in store: Intro: Our plastic correspondent has stepped in for Rhi Rhi this week and my has she got some good facts! Phone in time: Jack quizzes them about sustainable food choices! Ever had an edible coffee cup? Biobite are reinventing the coffee cup by making it out of wafer - unbelievable! Want to know more about vegetables and increasing veg consumption in the UK? Visit Peas please to pledge for more veg! Special Guest: Heather Mitchell founder of Nommm gives us some insightful information about her app that allows you to identify the most sustainable recipes based on the carbon emissions of different foods! Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention? Biobite Peas please Nommm Have you got a voice note question you'd like to send in? Email or DM us on Instagram. For the inside scoop, and latest updates we'd love you to give us a follow @thatbrightideapod ---> Music transitions: Canals by Joakim Karud Clip 1: Calma by Pedro Capó That Bright Idea release a new episode every 2 weeks, see you soon!
This episode is all about highlighting bright ideas around accessibility and inclusion.
That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with Kevin Chiaman award-winning design engineer!
What is in store:
Intro: We've got 1000+ followers on insta and things are HOTTING up this week, anyone else feel that the weather just hasn't been discussed enough?
"My first phone call with my son": Google Pixel Live Caption Technology.
Special Guest: Kevin Chaim, creator of Folks Kitchenware, a collection of kitchen tools that leverages on sensory feedback and tactile cues to help people who are visually impaired prepare food safely with confidence and dignity.!
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
Live Caption: Google Pixel - check out the video we mention here
Folks Kitchenware
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Clip 1: Grealish by The Manor
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This episode is all about carbon offsetting which is one way to balance out the carbon emissions that we all produce through protecting forests and investing in renewable or more efficient energies.
That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with Charlotte from Nula Carbon!
What is in store:
Intro: 🎵 Sometimes it works out and sometimes it don't 🎵 commiserations to the brave lads that did so well in the final. Phone in from Sam and Ellie who question Eco Ellie heavily about carbon offsetting. Special Guest: Charlotte founded Nula Carbon a carbon offset company based on her experiences and the knowledge she gained in Kenya!
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
Nula Carbon
Cool Earth
Algae for carbon capture
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Clip 1: Heartbreak Anthem by Galantis, David Guetta & Little Mix
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Ellie is not very well, and so Rhi's sister Ffion steps in to co-host an episode that will give you goosebumps.
In this episode, they talk about life-changing innovation in the world of healthcare.
That Bright Idea is a podcast all about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with James Dyson GLOBAL Award Winner of 2020 Judit from The Blue Box and they chat about Nopneu!
What is in store:
- Intro: Ffion makes some pretty shocking statements about the podcast
- Special Guest: Judit has founded The Blue Box, an ai powered biomedical device for breast cancer screening and has proven so far to be 95% accurate - it is much less invasive, doesn’t use radiation, and could be done at home.
- Note to Self: Nopneu works by detecting pneumonia, non-invasively, in a fraction of the time with a saliva sample.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- The Blue Box
- Nopneu
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Its summer, the footballs coming home and Rhiannon and Ellie bring you a SUMMER BONANZA episode with THREE, yes three, interviews all in one episode. You can't say we don't spoil you!
In this episode they talk about innovation for 1. your feet on the beach 2. swimming in the sea and 3. finishing off the day with an ice-cold drink
That Bright Idea is a podcast all about highlighting ideas for good and this week they talk about SeaSense Flip Flops, Ulu Swim and Surf, and Isles Cocktails!
What is in store:
- Special Guest 1: Ellie chats with Luke who is the founder of the biodegradable flip flop start up: SeaSense Flip Flops
- Special Guest 2: Rhi learns all about sustainable swimwear from founder of Ulu Swim and Surf, Juliet
- Phone in: Rhi & Ellie chat to Callum, founder of Isles Cocktails, on the phone about the challenges of being as sustainable as possible as a start-up and his delicious cocktails
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
SeaSense Flip Flops, Ulu Swim and Surf, and Isles Cocktails
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Clip 1: Three Lions by David Baddiel, The Lightning Seeds, Frank Skinner
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Rhiannon and Ellie reminisce on their trip together and listen to a series of their voice notes which they recorded en route to seeing each other!
In this episode innovation to mitigate the impact of unconscious bias is the hot topic, they showcase some bright ideas that help us to be aware of our biases when it matters.
That Bright Idea is a podcast all about highlighting ideas for good and this week they talk about Butterfly Books, Police Now and Street Doctors!
What is in store:
- Throwback Thursday - Rhi is not a pastry person
- Special Guest: RhiRhi chats with Kerrine Bryan, who is an award winning Electrical Engineer in the energy industry and also the Founder of Butterfly Books where she is changing the narrative when it comes to gender biases around careers
- Phone in: Ed asks what innovative initiatives are working to combat the impact of unconscious bias in their professions. The answer? Police Now and Street Doctors
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- Butterfly Books
- Police Now
- Street Doctors
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Clip 1: Move on Up by Curtis Mayfield
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Rhiannon and Ellie are recording together! The first episode recorded with them both in the same room!
In this episode innovation that uses the power of plants is discussed with some cutting edge technologies that will change the world as we know it.
That Bright Idea is a podcast all about highlighting technologies that are being created for good and this week they talk about Vertical Future, Aureus, and Spinach Emails! Each of which are using plants in different forms to benefit people AND the planet.
What is in store:
Reunited: Rhi Rhi has reached Oban! Phone in 1: Allie from Allies Green Thumb asks why plants are SO important. Vertical Future: how are we going to feed urban populations in the future? The only way is up! Special Guest: Adiel from Aureus reveals (almost) all about a material made out of crop waste that can be used to absorb UV light to make electricity! Phone in 2: Karla from Assistant Anxiety asks what the most futuristic innovation around plants is. The answer? Spinach emails.. hear it to believe it!
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
Vertical Future, Aureus, and Spinach Emails
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Clip 1: Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles
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Ellie and Rhiannon discuss VR and its potential to solve challenges around isolation, education and healthcare, bridging them through the use of a technology-based reality - this is “a whole new world”.
That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week they highlight No Isolation, Musemio and Rescape. Each of these companies shows us the positive impact that virtual reality can have on people's lives.
What is in store:
- Newsflash: Memory lane of festivals in Cardiff, Ellie's first paper is published and That Bright Idea hits the headlines!
- No Isolation: Technology that combats loneliness
- Special guest: Olga from Musemio tells us how she is making Museums accessible to ALL
- Phone in/Note to Self: Lizzie from the brilliant Podcrastination Podcast asks a thought-provoking question about the future of VR in the social impact space. The answer? Rescape
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
No Isolation, Musemio and Rescape
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Ellie and Rhiannon discuss the different stages of the production chain to show off some innovative ideas that are improving sustainability from start to finish!
That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week we highlight Spinnova, GoodF!nd, Cuan Tech and Notpla. Each of these companies are creating or compiling sustainable products to help us progress into a greener future.
What is in store:
- Newsflash: Our tales of being freezing in London and Oban.
- What's the problem? Products that we buy are not sustainably produced, how can we solve this?!
- Fibres from wood pulp: renewable, recyclable, and biodegradable fibres - wood you wear them?
- Special guest: Nohelia reveals all about her amazing sustainable brand comparison website.
- Phone in/Note to Self: Sweetheart Rufus Cuthbert quizzes us on packaging and we reveal some circular solutions.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- Spinnova
- GoodF!nd
- Cuan Tech
- Notpla
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Clip 1: Chain Reaction by Diana Ross
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Ellie and Rhiannon discuss Pregnancy test for the Blind and MiRemedy to highlight some topics around health that are often not talked about.
That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week we talk about innovation in terms of health! There are so many taboo topics around health and specifically women's health that simply do not need to be. We discuss some ideas that are leading the way into an open and honest future!
What is in store:
- Easter highlights: Heatwave hits Scotland and boiled eggs are crumbling in Shrewsbury!
- What's the problem? Why are women's health problems often overlooked.
- Pregnancy test for the blind: a prototype has been developed that allowed the results of a pregnancy test to be felt rather than seen so that women with visual impairments can be the first to know what is happening to their bodies.
- Special guest: Sophia from MiRemedy tells us about her herbal remedies for period pain.
- Algae fact: Ellie tells about the magical powers of seaweed! Phone in/Note to Self: Peter O'Brien from PARIS asks us about endometriosis.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
Pregnancy test for the Blind
MiRemedy
Endometriosis UK
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Clip 1: Can't Hold Us Down by Christina Aguilera
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Ellie and Rhiannon discuss YoYu and Hydro Wind Energy to reveal some intriguing ideas about energy!
That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week we talk about innovation in the energy sector. Burning fossil fuels is wrecking our planet but with a little bit of innovation there is a way forward. So, here we highlight some bright ideas that are helping to combat climate change!
Want to know how to make a fossil fuel free cake? Then listen up!
What is in store:
- Birthday chat: it was Rhiannon's BIRTHDAY last week she reveals her favourite present live on camera!
- Energy facts: a few facts to set the scene about the climate crisis.
- YoYu: an app that tells you the best time to run your appliances based on when renewable energy is being created.
- Special guests: Lee and Maryam from Hydro Wind Energy give us some insight into their system Ocean Hydro Wind.
- EcoEllie phone in/Note to Self: Switch your energy provider to boycott fossil fuels.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
YoYu
Hydro Wind Energy
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Clip 1: Power by Little Mix
Clip 2: Happy Birthday by The Wood Family Choir
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Ellie and Rhiannon discuss Books That Matter, Brave Girls Book Club, Charli Evans from Literary Phoenix, and Big Data Girl to open your eyes to gaps and biases in literature!
That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week we talk about innovation in terms of books! It is SHOCKING how different groups of people are excluded as characters and authors in books at present. So, here we highlight some bright ideas that are helping to combat this issue and broaden everyone's mindset.
"Do not underestimate the power of pen to paper!" Rhiannon Collins, 2021.
What is in store:
- Strava chat: Why can't Rhiannon label her runs..?
- Book subscription boxes: subscription boxes which all aim to highlight books by or about women and underrepresented groups. These subscriptions are creating a way to surface stories and authors that we may not see in the mainstream media or bookshelves.
- Special Guest: Charli tells us about her journey towards realising that people with disabilities are largely excluded from children's books. She talks through how she took action to solving this problem and in turn the societal issue of ableism!
- Note to Self: Big Data Girl is a picture book that explains big data and how it is used which is an amazing way to inform people of all ages.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- Books That Matter
- Brave Girls Book Club
- Charli Evans from Literary Phoenix
- Big Data Girl
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Clip 1: Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield
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Welcome to That Bright Idea with Rhiannon & Ellie. We talk about bright ideas that are changing the world.
Ellie and Rhiannon discuss Wild, Fussy, Scrubbee and EcoVibe... all in the name of slowing down fast fashion!
Firstly, you may be thinking "who is this?!" because we have re-branded from "Lightbulb Moments" to "That Bright Idea", we hope you like our new look!
This podcast is all about innovation and this week they discuss bright ideas in the BATHROOM. Less than 50% of bathroom products are recycled and there is evidence to suggest that synthetic chemicals in cosmetic products can have a negative impact on your health. There is a MASSIVE opportunity for change in terms of bathroom products, YOU can influence change through the decisions you make Ellie & Rhi share with you some innovative SOLUTIONS.
What is in store:
- Re-brand Talk: Why the new look?
- Ellie's traumatic incident with a horse: This ends on a very strange note
- Wild Deodorant: Wild is the new, sustainable Natural Deodorant delivered straight to your door. Every aspect of this product has been thought of in detail about how it can be sustainable and kind to the environment, they aim to be zero waste - it even has compostable refill pots that are made from bamboo pulp!
- Special Guest: The story of how Maddie, founder of Scrubbee, struggled with her skin throughout her student years and could not find natural alternatives that fit her monthly budget, she also saw how coffee grounds were going from waste in cafés. She sought to create an ethical and sustainable brand, that was good for your skin and didn't come with a huge price tag.
- Note to Self: EcoVibe a clear, honest place where you can easily find truly eco-friendly alternatives
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- Wild
- Fussy
- Scrubbee
- EcoVibe
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Ellie and Rhiannon discuss Algalife, Save Your Wardrobe, Bert&B and Staiy... all in the name of slowing down fast fashion!
This podcast is all about innovation and this week they discuss bright ideas in the FASHION industry. Each year, 92million tonnes of clothing go into landfill and 20% of this has never been worn. The ideas featured in this episode are doing things a little differently… and focussing on the well-being of people and the world.
What is in store:
- Meeting Famous Podcasters: Last weekend Rhiannon (sort of) met a famous podcaster and a few years ago Ellie met Elis James, who hosts one of their favourite podcasts with co-host John Robins.
- Algae Update: Algalife is a start-up that aims to develop algae-based materials for fashion and textiles.
- Save your Wardrobe: How often do you forget what is in your wardrobe? We only wear a TINY fraction of what we have and this generates a huge amount of waste. We are entering a new era of digitalising the fashion industry, this is a new untapped space and SYW is at the forefront of it, with the welfare of the planet and people at the heart of what they do.
- Special Guest: Ellie chats with, friend andBert&B Founder, Alicia Newman about her sustainable jewellery business.
- Note to Self: This week's NTS is Staiy, a progressive marketplace is essentially a one-stop-shop for brands & people on the same mission to accelerate the transition towards sustainable fashion.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- Save Your Wardrobe
- Bert&B
- Staiy
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Clip 1: Lady Gaga - Fashion
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Ellie and Rhiannon discuss Food Cloud, Evocco and Brewdog... all in the name of sustainable food!
This podcast is all about innovation and this week they discuss bright ideas in the FOOD industry. Over 20% of global emissions come from food, we eat it every day, and on top of that 50% of the food that is produced is wasted. So this is something they are really passionate about shouting about.
What is in store:
- Birthday throwbacks: It's Ellie's Birthday! What better way to celebrate than by remembering all those great parties she's thrown over the years?!
- FoodCloud: the social enterprise tackling two huge social and environmental issues with ONE solution
- Special Guest: EvoccoCo-Founder, Ahmad Mu'azzam joins our hosts to shed some light on his business whereby you can scan your shopping receipt and see the environmental impact of your shop. You get rewarded in points for improvements you make on the sustainability of your shop, and personalised tips on how to do so. Not only this, but you can offset your carbon emissions by planting trees via the app
- Brewdog: In 30 seconds we tell you what you MAY NOT know about Brewdog... who are reducing their carbon footprint in innovative ways, such as CO2 recovery from fermentation to use to carbonate the beer, electric vehicles for delivery, green energy using malted barley to make biomethaneand much more!
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- Food Cloud
- Evocco
- Brewdog
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Clip 1: will.i.am & CodyWise - It's Your Birthday
Clip 2: Pitbull - Timber (Feat Kesha)
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Ellie and Rhiannon talk backgrounds, sisters and algal bloom... This is the episode that really sets the scene!
This podcast is all about innovation and is hosted by Ellie & Rhiannon, you may (quite rightly) be thinking, "Who on earth are these two and why are they telling me about innovation?" The answer is in this episode!
What is in store:
- Who we are, what we do and why we are doing this podcast
- Get to know the REAL us in an exclusive double sister feature
- Ellie's note to self
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
Bloomin' Algae (iOS & Android)
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Clip 1: Swedish House Mafia - One (Your Name)
Clip 2: Aretha Franklin - Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves
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LB Moments Quiz of the Year, a look back on 2020 and a SNEAK PREVIEW into what is in store in 2021.... Rhiannon is joined by NEW co-host Ellie Wood aka EcoEllie!
Ellie and Rhiannon met at University and lived together for three years. Ellie specialises in Algae and is currently researching a PhD, Rhiannon is a Technical Product Manager in Software Engineering at Sky.
Whilst they have careers in different industries, their paths have crossed once again, as their interests overlap when it comes to innovation for good - cue Lightbulb Moments!
This podcast is all about innovation and this week Ellie & Rhiannon have a JAM PACKED episode for you, featuring an unmissable Quiz about all things podcasts and Lightbulb Moments, a fun chat about our reflections on ideas that have featured this year and of course some insight into 2021.
What is in store:
- LB Moments Quiz of the Year
- Looking back on the podcast in 2020
- And finally, give a sneak peek into 2021
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- What3Words
- MERRI
- Oceanium
- MyEmissions
A big thank you to everyone who has made this podcast happen in 2020, we are so grateful for every guest, every feature, every listen and all the support from family, friends & on social media!
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Clip 1: Interstellar Love by The Avalanches
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A sustainable Christmas, Nuw, MERRI and Rhiannon's middle sister.... Lowri Collins.
Having studied Nature, Society and Environmental Governance at the University of Oxford as her Masters, Lowri knows her stuff when it comes to this area.
This podcast is all about innovation and this week Lowri & Rhiannon discuss the HOT topics in the world of CLOTHING, with an interview NOT TO BE MISSED with Ella Merriman, founder of Merri!
What is in store:
- 30-second challenge: top tips for a sustainable Christmas
- Nuw - a sustainable clothes sharing app where you pay for a monthly membership and can Borrow, Lend & Swap clothes, this social network clothes exchange is the future of sustainable fashion - making fashion unlimited, sustainable and affordable.
- MERRI - the knicker business that is changing the world of pants. Founder Ella was dissatisfied with having to choose between comfort and nice design when it came to knickers, so sought to create a product that has both - knickers that are beautiful and actually designed for our bodies!
- An inspirational quote from Lowri's homemade quote book
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- Nuw founded by Aisling Byrne who wanted to create a product that would make a positive difference, it came about from her love of fashion but an awareness that the industry has devastating social and environmental impacts
- MERRI - sign up to the waiting list to be the first to hear about the Feb 2021 crowdfunding launch
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Clip 1: Bad Sharon by Robbie Williams and Tyson Fury
Clip 2: All I Want for Christmas is You by Mariah Carey
Clip 3: Carol of the Bells by The Spirit of Orchestral
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Crowdfunding, Monetising Hobbies and Hannah Forbes - in this episode Rhiannon is joined by her good friend Hannah Forbes @thefundingcrowd
This episode basically underpins everything we talk about on the Lightbulb Moments podcast so THIS IS VERY EXCITING!
Hannah has many strings to her bow, firstly she is the Founder of The Funding Crowd, a business consultancy supporting early-stage startups to raise funding - raising over $4 million in 2020 alone.
She is a PhD Student in the School of Engineering at Liverpool University, conducting research into how to innovate with the crowd. AND if that wasn't enough, she is also a researcher in Alternative Finance at The University of Cambridge. HOLY MOTHER OF PEARL!
This podcast is all about innovation and this week Hannah & Rhiannon discuss the HOT topics in the world of crowdfunding!
What is in store:
- What is crowdfunding
- True or False round! Some surprising success stories from crowdfunding
- The campaigns you NEED to know about that are raising funds RIGHT NOW
- Hannah shares her expertise on how to kick start your own project and monetise on your hobbies
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
- True or False round Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Potato Salad, Coolest Cooler
- Battle of the Best &SISTERS, Ripple, Brockwell Lido & Big Data Girl
- How to monetise your career @thefundingcrowd
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Clip 1: Sweet Like Chocolate by Shanks & Bigfoot
Clip 2: Yesterday by Loyle Carner
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Its been 2 weeks already?!
It's Ep 2 of Series 2 and Rhiannon is joined by her good friend Ellie Wood (@ecoellie1).
Ellie is currently writing a PhD all about ALGAE - specifically, optimising strain selection and developing a biorefinery for industrially relevant microalgae at the Scottish Association for Marine Science - WOWOWOW.
This podcast is all about innovation and this week Rhiannon & Ellie highlight cutting edge innovation around PLASTIC!
They talk about a future where we will be able to recycle plastic thanks to 'Recycling Technologies', they also hear from plastic expert and researcher in the field Nicole Allison, plus Ellie share's 3 easy ways for us all to reduce our plastic use.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
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Recycling Technologies who have created the RT7000 which transforms plastic waste back into oil for plastic production
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What is the circular economy?
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Nicoles paper is not yet out (the content in this ep is hot off the press!), but she recommended some great resources like Ospar and Plastics Europe to find out more
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Follow EcoEllie @ecoellie1
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Clip 1: Feeling Good by Nina Simone
Clip 2: Good as Hell by Lizzo
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We started off as Lightbulb Moments and now we are That Bright Idea, some references may be old and the full series of Lightbulb Moments can easily be found if you search the name!
It all starts here! Rhiannon kicks off the series hosting with her sister... Ffion Collins, who is currently studying at Exeter Uni. Ffion shares some insight around her experience of being at University during the pandemic, plus some very unique ways to combat procrastination.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
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AmazingIf, who are all about sharing ways to allow you to take control of your career development, they also have great resources on productive ways of working, getting the best out of others and much much more! www.amazingif.com
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SolidariTee, whichis the largest student-led charity fighting for change in the refugee crisis. https://www.solidaritee.org.uk/
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Intro: Canals by Joakim Karud
Clip 1: Harder Than You Think by Public Enemy
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