Join me and special guest, Maria Vaughn of CORcomposting as we dive into all things composting! The environmental, social, and economic benefits Why we should all compost What happens when we don't and How to compost: Do's and Don'ts It is SO SIMPLE! We'll share our practical tips for getting started including methods and materials.  "If it grows - it goes!"  Composting has a significant environmental impact and is important in sustainable living. If you've ever wanted to get started, this episode is for you! Learn more about CORComposting here: https://www.corcompost.com/  Have a question? Send us a message on Instagram: @Simp.ly.b or @corcompst

In this bonus episode, Brooke shares simple recipes to reduce food waste by using food scraps. She emphasizes the importance of not wasting food and highlights the staggering amount of food waste in the world. Brooke provides tips on organizing the refrigerator to reduce waste and 16 simple recipes and ideas to avoid contributing to food waste.  The world wastes about 2.5 billion tons of food every year, with the United States discarding the most food. Organizing the refrigerator can help reduce food waste by keeping track of what needs to be eaten first. Salads, soups, charcuterie boards, pasta dishes, omelets, and potato dishes are great ways to use up food scraps. For more show notes and recipes : https://www.simplyb.world/post/16-simple-scrappy-recipes

Stop wasting food with my simple tips! First, we'll go over the simple truth with the stats on global and American food waste.   Check out my favorite blogger @goingzerowaste on how to avoid food waste and for scraptastic recipes, tips and more!  Beer of the week: Pacifico  I can help! Follow me and send me a message on Instagram @Simp.ly.b Tell me what foods you waste most often and I'll help you cut back!

HAPPY EARTH DAY! Try this #SimpleSWAP to celebrate everyday. Swap that plastic, disposable razor for a nice weighted, reusable one and never buy a whole new razor again, just blades! The simple truth is that over 2 billion plastic razors are thrown in landfills yearly, in the USA alone! That's enough to wrap around the Earth 5 times, EVERY YEAR! Safety razors are a cost-effective and long-lasting option. I'll tell you about my experience, the brands I've tried, and why I'll never got back a disposable one again.  Stick around for my weekly Simple confession, Beer of the week: Compass Rose IPA, and the joke of the week. For a great acne solution try ClearStem! To smooth wrinkles and release the tension in your forehead try all-natural alternative to botox, Frownies. Codes: • ClearStem: BrookeChase • Frownies: Simple It's a great time to try my favorite Earth-friendly brands! Papaya Pact Leaf Litefoot Bombas Plant paper tp Huppy Try it? Tell me what you think! @simp.ly.b

Today's simple swap is to use less paper towels for cleaning up that little mess with a reusable towel instead. I know you can do it!  The world creates 695,000 tons of paper towel waste every day!  Learn my simple tips on how to start using reusable towels, including repurposing old towels, cutting up new ones, and few products I really like! (the Unpaper towels and Swedish towels) My Amazon zero waste-list https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/H70N3L9P6BN2?ref_=wl_share  Don't miss my simple confession, drink of the week, and the joke of the week has me "rolling" - pun intended.  Use my Discount Codes: 10% off Frownies: SIMPLE ClearStem: BrookeChase Simply, B.

Earth Day Simple Swaps Series Episode #4: Why you should swap your bag of store bought lettuce for your homegrown lettuce! Imagine a world of fresh lettuce always available!  Here's why and how... it's the gift that keeps on giving and it's SO SIMPLE.  Check out my Instagram to see my lettuce plant @Simp.ly.b  Want more about why you should grow your own lettuce? Check out this blog:  https://zerowastefamily.com/why-you-should-grow-lettuce

Ditch the plastic in your kitchen with these 3 simple sustainable swaps! Let's talk about the environmental impact of using plastic wrap in the kitchen. I'll show you three swaps I love instead that are simpler, prettier and work just as well -if not better!   We'll dive into the simple truth of plastic wrap and how these 3 swaps are sustainable alternatives that keep food fresh.    Discount Codes: Frownies: SIMPLE ClearStem: BrookeChase

It's 12 days until Earth Day so guess what! We're doing my 12 favorite simple sustainable swaps! I did not expect this swap to be very exciting. In fact, what is so exciting about TP at all? This is not normal TP! Plantpaper toilet paper is amazing and I will never go back to tree paper again. Tune in to why this is such a great simple swap and how much of a difference you can make by simply switching your toilet paper!  https://plantpaper.us/    Discount Codes: Frownies: SIMPLE ClearStem: BrookeChase

It's EARTH MONTH! Celebrate with 5 simple sustainable tips! Today's episode is a special collaboration with Ashley LaButte, podcast host of "Power Up Yourself." She asked me to share 5 simple sustainable tips and that's just what we did. SIMPLE! Ladies, if you're looking to reclaim yourself, her podcast is for you. Connect with Ashley on Instagram @ashley.labutte. Tell me your favorite sustainable tip on social media @Simp.ly.b If you would like more info on sustainable events check out my new website www.simplybsocial.net  Simply, B. Discount Codes: Frownies: SIMPLE ClearStem: BrookeChase

Having a party can be a lot of work, trying to avoid excess waste can be even more challenging. But not now! Listen to this episode for your checklist on how to throw to have more fun with less waste at your next gathering in 7 simple sustainable steps!    For More Show Notes: https://www.simplyb.world/post/7-simple-steps-to-throwing-a-sustainable-party   A Sustainable Party: 7 Simple Steps Chapters 00:00   Intro 01:18    Simple Truth 03:561 Make a plan 05:072 Invitations 05:433 Decorations 08:524 Skip the single-use items 09:26   Frownies Commercial 10:355 Tips for using Reusable (real) items 13:426 Food 16:387 Water Station 17:368 Proper Disposal!!! 20:42   Recap   Want to learn more? Follow and tag me on Instagram @simp.ly.b or @simplybsocial so I can thank you for listening!