Sustainable Founders

Hosted by Raakhee Tailor

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The SUSTAINABLE FOUNDERS podcast is hosted by Raakhee Tailor. It features honest conversations with exciting sustainable entrepreneurs. COMING SOON season 4. Live 1st Aug 2026 'Sustainability is not binary. I want listeners to be inspired and informed so they can navigate themselves between brands founded in an ethical strategy instead of one off green stunts, as we shift to sustainability and transparency’. Raakhee More information: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast/about/

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October 17, 2026Episode 658 min

S4 E6 Fashion Revolution - Carry Somers

Carry Somers co-founded one the worlds most recognised fashion movement Fashion Revolution. She is the founder of Panama hat brand Pachacuti, a non-profit community called League of Artisans, and has released a book called The Nature of Fashion. Carry talks to Raakhee about being a serial entrepreneur with 30+ years in the field. Carry speaks about soaking in the bathtub and thinking up the concept and name Fashion Revolution, yet her story began years earlier; when she was the only student in her masters class, when she walked away from a fully funded Phd to focus on creating change, after seeing profits and power drained from rural artisans in South America. Wanting to give them back wealth and recognition, by probably being the first person to bring Fair Trade into the fashion industry in 1992, she embedding social justice into knitwear. Discussing how the fashion transparency index to empowers trade unions and steers fashion brands for better transparency from their garment factories, yet what if fashions problems are not even about the factories but something else? In her new book, The Nature of Fashion, Carry explore explores how blue, black, and lilac native cotton colours actually exist in nature, and how agricultural by-products like grape skins can provide natural waterproofing for clothing. Does the future of fashion lie in solutions from the past? You can purchase Carry's book here: ⁠https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/the-nature-of-fashion-a-botanical-story-of-our-material-lives-carry-somers/dd5157e75120d2bc?ean=9781915294791⁠ https://panamas.co.uk/ https://www.fashionrevolution.org/ https://leagueofartisans.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrysomers/ https://www.instagram.com/carrysomers/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sustainable-founders-podcast https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

October 6, 2026Episode 549 min

S4 E5 Green Rider - Will Attenborough

Will Attenborough is an actor and co-founder of Green Rider, a not-for-profit supporting actors, writers and directors to leverage their influence to negotiate sustainable initiatives into their contracts. Will talks to Raakhee about what green requests look like, and asking whether an actor can use a private jet and still make sustainable demands on a set with integrity. Discussing how script writing and collaboration can change culture more than legal contracts, with the BBC and Sky shows supporting trials of the ‘Green Handshake’, we discuss the power of tv and film in normalising sustainable behaviours. https://www.green-rider.org/ https://linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

September 12, 2026Episode 452 min

S4 E4 She Grows Veg - Kate Cotterill

Use code SUSTAIN26 for a 20% discount on the She Grows Veg website. Valid until 31st Dec2026 Kate Cotterill is the co-founder of She Grows Veg, an heirloom seed company empowering people to grow some of their own food. Kate talks to Raakhee about why heirloom seeds are special, how they trial their seeds in the UK to ensure they are suitable for the climate, and bringing back native species that have disappeared, whilst also sourcing unusual varieties from overseas. Discussing how cash in king when you are growing 300% yoy, and how they won multiple gold medals at Chelsea Flower show for displays that resemble pieces of artwork, they make growing fun, accessible and exciting, whilst adding nutrition and joy into meal times. Ps. He can grow veg too https://shegrowsveg.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast ⁠https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast⁠ Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

August 29, 2026Episode 352 min

S4 E3 Liverpool Football Club - Rishi Jain

Rishi Jain is the Director of Impact at Liverpool Football Club in this leadership episode, recognised as having ‘The best sustainability program in world football’ called The Red Way. Rishi talks to Raakhee about robotic mowers, how they recycle their football pitch and turn it into benches, their orchard, allotments and their 240,000 bee’s. Using the UN SDG frameworks and ISO's to propel their sustainable work forward, optimising their food menu and sharing how they increased recycling rates from 25% to a staggering 96%, this episode showcases the power of sports. https://www.liverpoolfc.com/theredway https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishikjain/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast/ https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

August 15, 2026Episode 249 min

S4 E2 We Are Repairs - Ally Booker & Gemma Broad

Ally Booker and Gemma Broad are the founders of We Are Repairs, a digital directory bringing repairers and repair lovers together. Individually they both also have their own repair businesses. Ally & Gem talk to Raakhee about how Repair is an immediate form of climate action accessible to everyone. We discuss planned obsolescence, 3d printing, slow living, the right to repair and the circular economy. Bringing craftsmanship back to the UK high streets, and creating connection in communities via repairers and repair cafes. What you believe will affect how you behave, and if we believe we are stewards of this planet and not its consumers, then we must look at new behaviours. With 22 million small furniture items thrown away in the UK each year, we should definitely think repair before recycling or landfill. If all nations in the world consumed at the same rate as the UK, we would need 2.6 planets to sustain our demands, so is this a UK throw away cultural and convenience issue. https://wearerepairs.com/ https://www.embracebespoke.co.uk/ https://www.restorationhut.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

August 1, 2026Episode 147 min

S4 E1 Uncaged - Stephanie Downs

Stephanie Downs is the co-founder and CEO of UNCAGED Innovations, a biomaterials company with a difference. Using grain byproducts to create a leather alternative, engineered to mimic the collagen of leather, creating a soft texture to rival its animal counterpart. Serial entrepreneur Stephanie talks to Raakhee about raising $7m in funding, with investors including Jaguar LandRover and Natalie Portman. Having worked with Tesla to have a vegan based leather interior, Stephanie also highlights the benefits of contract and localised manufacturing, and the impact of tariffs. Discussing how leather is a co-product not a byproduct of the food industry and how people are more likely to switch to vegan leather then vegan food and her personal journey in this field, this discussion is showcases what is possible. https://uncagedinnovations.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniedowns/ https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

February 10, 2026Episode 1259 min

S3 E12 Exit founder of Childs Farm - Joanna Jensen

Joanna Jensen is the exit founder of Childs Farm, a sensitive skincare brand, and the author of ‘Making Business Child’s Play’. Joanna talks to Raakhee with unfiltered honesty about the personal inspiration and drive behind the products and brand, whilst navigating some of the hardest chapters of her personal life. Proudly British, with strong ethics at its heart, she discusses finding a value aligned exit partner, feeling bereft after its sale, how she moved on, and now being an author and angel investor. https://www.joannajensen.co.uk/ https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

January 27, 2026Episode 1150 min

S3 E11 Native Squared - Rob Cobbold

Robert Cobbold is a co-founder of Native Squared, a company selling environmental rights, allowing us to protect nature one square at a time. Rob talks to Raakhee about why nature and biodiversity are as important as carbon credits. With each square costing the same as a cup of coffee, this is still more than what a logging company would pay. Discussing the left brain bias that western society is built around, have we lost ourselves in metrics which should be indicators, and not the thing itself. There is something deeply profound in this episode. https://www.nativesquared.com/ https://uk.linkedin.com/company/nativesquares https://uk.linkedin.com/in/robert-cobbold-b75b7b41 https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast Below are link to references in this episode: https://www.consciousevolution.co.uk/podcast https://www.joannamacy.net/main https://stellarworld.com/ https://blueearthsummit.com/ Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

January 20, 202653 min

E3 2026 looking ahead

A special episode looking back at 2025 and exploring concerns and the opportunities for 2026. Key themes include how tariffs and uncertainty make planning difficult, yet how the underlying belief in sustainability remains unchanged. Discussing the challenges in investment funding, the investment drops in first of a kind projects, ai for climate versus ai for defense, the growing importance of community, the importance of following our curiosity, and how sustainability is no longer confined to a department and is filtering into most, if not all departments. Hosted by Gaby Jesson Guest Speakers: Kate Williams, CEO at 1% for the Planet https://www.onepercentfortheplanet.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katewilliams87 Elizabeth Corse, Founder at Discom https://www.discom.me/ https://uk.linkedin.com/in/elizabethcorse Below are the link and recommendations raised in this episode: https://netzeroinsights.com/ https://www.coldchainfederation.org.uk/ https://www.wrap.ngo/uk https://www.lloyds.com/lloydslab https://small99.co.uk/people-planet-pint-meetup/ https://www.wholegraindigital.com/ https://good-loop.com/ https://chestnut.bio/ https://www.29acacia.com/ https://www.measurable.energy/ https://olioapp.com/en/ https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

January 13, 2026Episode 1052 min

S3 E10 WUKA - Ruby Raut

Ruby Raut is the co-founder of WUKA, a holistic period underwear brand. Ruby talks to Raakhee about the personal experience inspiring the products, and how each underwear replaces approx 200 disposable pads/ tampons into landfill, at a fraction of the cost and carbon footprint. Discussing how to have conversations people don’t want to have, using polarising and bold campaigns to cut through the noise, changing legislation, speaking the language of hmrc and losing/holding retail listings, they explore the legacy of her work and what is still to come. https://wuka.co.uk/ https://www.buywomenbuilt.com/ https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at halo@wildsaint.co.uk The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

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