We wanted to extend a huge heartfelt thank you to all of you out there that have listened, supported and shared The Biofriendly Podcast over the past 5 years. We've spent this year writing, filming and developing our new uplifting series called "Upward Spiral" which has finally ARRIVED! You can watch it on YouTube, but we've also made a podcast version if that's still your jam. As you know, The Biofriendly Podcast focused on how we could work together to help clean our planet, but we wanted to shift our focus to the listener's experience of the world and try to elevate human nature and launch everyone into the UPWARD SPIRAL! You'll hear the same silly banter as before, but the show has grown immensely and we are incredibly proud. Thank you for a wonderful 5 years! 

The Biofriendly Podcast (2019-2024)

Won't you be my sustainable neighbor? In a world full of smartphones, Zoom calls, and digital workspaces, the opportunity to build a community in the world around us has become increasingly difficult. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we list off 10 steps for creating a sustainable neighborhood, discuss the art of candle shopping, and has Jacob been a spy this entire time?

It's Mother's Day weekend and some of you are out there scrambling to find a last minute gift for your amazing mom... shame on you! But have no fear, we've got your back with some environmentally friendly ideas that will show her how much you care without breaking the bank. This week we list off some creative gift ideas from our very own Biofriendly Planet, find out why Jacob was traumatized by alarm sheets, and will this episode get us a free XBOX?!

Do you know what a healthy coral reef sounds like? Well fish and underwater life sure do, and scientists have discovered that harnessing this sweet sound could be the key to saving damaged reefs. Join us this week as we ponder the generational philosophy of The Goonies, follow Noel's vitamin regimen, and talk about underwater neighborhood gentrification. 

The cicadas are coming! What ever do we do?! In a rare occurrence, a trillion cicadas from two different broods will fly in the skies over the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. in the end of April, but have no fear! Cicadas are harmless and actually very good for our environment. Join us for a famously tangential Biofriendly Podcast full of Shakespearean quips and portable office cuisine as we eventually find our way to this historic swarm of cicada broods. 

You won't believe the amount of toilet paper we use every year, especially in the United States. In an effort to reduce the amount of Canadian forest we rely upon to wipe our sweet patooties, startups are springing up all over the place with treeless toilet paper-- but what does that mean? Toilet humor takes center stage in this week's Biofriendly Podcast where we give a crap about everything from wiping our behinds to winning a game of darts for chocolate. 

As Gen Z begins to enter the workforce, you may be surprised to hear that trades like plumbing and electrical are on the rise. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about how everything from skyrocketing college tuition to job longevity are influencing the younger generation, and did Tom DeLonge from Blink-182 stop by the show to sing a few songs? 

In the city of Cleveland, thousands of homes are abandoned and a growing concern has risen amongst residents.... waste! Yet, one solution that might also rise to the occasion are house hungry mushrooms ready to devour these dilapidated domiciles. However on this week's Biofriendly Podcast, we ponder if there isn't a better way to handle the empty houses, we circle back on the size of nuclear waste, and we continue the fight to save America! 

"Build Your Dreams," is embossed on a small EV called the Seagull being made in China-- and the most extraordinary feature is that it costs just under 10 grand! The only problem? We cannot get them imported here in the United States... BUT, this new design by BYD in China is forcing all the major car manufacturers around the world to dream up something better and cheaper and fast! This week, we discuss the pros and cons of a 'cheapy EV' and how this could transform the auto industry for good. 

Is the Anthropocene an epoch or just a blip on the map of geological time? There are two sides to every story and a group of timekeeper scientists are quarreling over how we label this era of human intervention. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we dig into this scientific debate only to discover that the molten lava at it's core might just be a... meat pie?!

This week we're talking about SMRs- no, not ASMR, but in fact Small Modular Reactors which could provide no-emission energy in a big way. Currently most SMRs are used underwater in submarines or floating around on boats, but can we take this nuclear tech to more people on land in a safe, reliable way. Tune in to find out why the U.S. is racing to stay on top of SMR's, how we can unite the world with funk, and did we get the ghost of George Gaynes on the show?

Most major cities have a pothole problem. With everything from fluctuating temperatures to flooding and drought, it's tough to keep our modern day roads patched up. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we share some creative innovation out of the UK with self-healing roads, graphene asphalt and why in the world did we bring Maroon 5 into this mess? You'll have to listen and find out! 

Nearly a decade ago, California decided that they had to do something about the ever-growing plastic bag problem. The solution? Well, let's just say it wasn't the best idea and the disastrous end result was predicted by our very own Noel-stradamus! Join us this week as we dream up new ways to fix the big bag backlash. 

Archeologists have discovered a submerged great plain in the North Sea region that could unlock the secrets of a prehistoric civilization that existed nearly 8,200 years ago! But they better hurry up and swim since this same region has been selected as a future wind farm to expand green energy infrastructure. Now it's a race against time to see if we can salvage an ancient civilization as we try to save our own planet. 

As most auto manufacturers have been quick to switch to Electric Vehicles, Toyota has been keeping themselves busy as they wait patiently in the EV wings. But what have they been up to? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we explore why everything from range anxiety to price is keeping EV at bay, what Toyota plans to do about it, and do we have the berries it takes to wait for the right EV solution?

I know what you're thinking... 

We told you that this podcast was coming to an end, but oh boy do we have a surprise for you! Listen this week to find out why we're back to our old shenanigans, why the environmental doom and gloom websites might be changing their tune, and what does it all mean for the future of our planet!

During the holidays we all feel the pressure to attend multiple holiday parties, but learning to say 'no' has been shown to have health benefits in a recent study. What begins as a lesson in self care transforms into an improvised top 10 that will prepare you for all your best holiday excuses. 

As a time-honored holiday season tradition, we welcome Shawn Kohne back to share his top 10 movies, music and TV shows of the year. You don't want to miss this episode where we reveal the name of the new show, give a sneak peek of the set, and share some of Kohne's delicious Christmas cookies!

If we are trying to rebuild coral reefs in our ocean, what would make the best starter kit? This week on the last episode of The Biofriendly Podcast, we try to figure out why pear trees are the best candidate, why we should not be using decommissioned ships, and why it just wouldn't be the show without Noel interrupting Jacob in song. Thanks for the past 241 episodes! 

Volcanoes are erupting all over the news some are causing earthquakes and evacuations in Iceland, and another in Japan is forming a new island. This week on the Biofriendly Podcast we explore how this hot magma is changing our planet, ponder if we can name the short-lived new island, and we consider releasing all 240 episodes on Laserdisc. 

If you missed last week's episode, then you missed our announcement that The Biofriendly Podcast (as it is) is making an exciting transformation into a new show! We won't give away all the details yet, but make sure to listen and learn more about where things are headed, hear some of the surprises, and get ready for us to elevate human nature. Don't change that dial!

After nearly five years on the air, The Biofriendly Podcast presents a surprising twist that will unravel everything you know about this podcast. You don't want to miss this week's episode with an ending that will SHOCK YOU!

While electric vehicles take over the roads and legislation aims to ban fossil fuels, one must wonder if all this mining of minerals comes at a high price for our planet? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we uncover a treasure trove of lithium on our very own U.S. soil, but the whereabouts of this valuable resource might be off-limits.

Can it be that ghosts occur naturally in the environment? From trapped angry energy stored in stones to vibrating eyeballs that tell a different story, we bust these ghostly tales wide open in this special Halloween episode of The Biofriendly Podcast.

Did you know that zombies are real?! This week on our 'fun-sized' Halloween episode of The Biofriendly Podcast, we ravenously devour into the scientific facts of zombie ants, infected snails and mindless mice. Find out the horrifying truth about what makes a zombified ant shake it's gaster in the air like it just don't care. 

Did you know that seaweed absorbs way more CO2 than rainforests, but unfortunately billions of tonnes are washing up on beaches in the Gulf of Mexico because of our changing climate. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we take the plunge into a bizarre 'Roomba meets Pac-man' device designed to collect seaweed and sink it to the bottom of the ocean, and we are pleasantly surprised when a cast of famous characters turn up on this episode.

Although a tiny slip of paper might not seem like a big deal when it comes to the environment, a new bill in California aims to permanently switch to digital receipts. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we look into why these proofs of purchase are getting into landfills and under your skin, what we can do to prevent them, and what is the official verdict on pumpkin spice?

It's easy to get overwhelmed with what we can and cannot eat when it comes to a healthy diet, and factoring in how it affects our environment makes it even more complicated. But hey, if we are going to heal the planet together, we've got to be fed, right? This week we share a few delicious foods that you can enjoy without feeling guilty as they can be good for you, we review our recent trip to Orlando, and why are some of us thinking about the Roman Empire?

Once the autumn leaves begin to fall we all reach for the rake and start to clean them all up, but this year... don't bother! Unless of course your plan is to rake them into a perfect jumping pile, then by all means go for it. But there are plenty of good nutrients in those fallen leaves to help your soil, and letting them lie is the best way they can get into the ground. So join us for this week's Biofriendly Podcast where we sing a little song about leaving them be, share the best ways to embrace the fall foliage, and is Honey I Shrunk the Kids a documentary?

The wine industry is going through a lot of changes now that we have to re-think our farming strategies in certain regions, but not all of it is bad news. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we choose a bottle of red and a bottle of white to sip on new scientific data, see how people are rethinking wine bottles, and how are you supposed to find the right sustainable brand when you go shopping?

We were inspired by a recent story about one young man's creative use for discarded vape batteries, so we decided to plug in to exactly where we are with electronic waste and what is being done to prevent it from growing. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about Apple and the right to repair, how being a gear-head is making a comeback with gadgets, and who exactly is Woobly McSquibs? 

On our debut episode of the Biofriendly Podcast we talked about plastic straws and how avoiding them could be helpful for the environment, but now a team of scientists have been hard at work in creating the perfect paper straw that won't get soggy. Tune in as we take a sip out of the subject 200 years later, discuss why some research takes priority over others, and what happened in Los Angeles during Hurricane Hilary?

What are we supposed to do with glue? We've all heard the stories that your stick of glue is part Seabiscuit, but how much of the sticky stuff is made of natural or synthetic ingredients? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about where glue first firmed up, some adhesive advancements and how Elmer's is married to milk. 

It's summertime and the heat is on, so go ahead and fire up that grill too for some delicious backyard BBQ. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss the environmental differences between charcoal, gas and electric grills, and what you can do to make sure your food and the air around you stays clean. So grab some tongs and click them twice before letting this episode sizzle, make sure you keep your grills as long as possible, and don't miss our classic story about breakfast in Germany.

It's been reported that July 2023 was the hottest month in our recorded history, so where do we go from here? On this week's episode of The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about some of the science behind measuring our weather from thousands of years ago, what we can do about this heat, and did Sammy Hagar create the perfect metaphor for our Earth's climate?

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

Shark populations off US coasts are slowly rebounding and that's great news! Before you cue the Jaws theme and swim back to shore, this week's episode of The Biofriendly Podcast is all about embracing sharks and learning why you shouldn't be afraid of them. Join us as we explore why sharks are crucial for our ocean's ecosystem, what to do if you come face-to-face with one, and are Noel and Jacob opening up a new place called Disco Sushi?

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

It's time to bid farewell to the incandescent bulb once and for all as we usher in an era of LED lights that strive to last the longest. But what will be the next creative invention to light our way into the future? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about the brilliant minds crafting efficient bulbs, how bacteria could one day illuminate a room, and are Noel and Jacob the last two kind Highlanders?

When you look up at the night sky full of stars, you might not be able to see all the space junk... but Houston, we definitely have a problem! As we continue to put more satellites into our low-Earth orbit, we increase the amount of decomissioned clutter floating around which is adding up fast. This week we blast off into some space age solutions for galactic garbage, discuss the pros and cons of space tugs, and do our best Roy Orbison impression. 

Can a lotus flower help create a self-cleaning house? Are termite dens the new hip office spaces? And what does a beaver have to do with furry wetsuits? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss several innovative examples of biomimicry, why engineers deserve more credit, and finally why is Gilbert Nets banned from the Great Barrier Reef? 

Bizarre weather events are causing gigantic hail stones that have earned an intimidating nickname, and those urban street trees might want the rest of your caramel macchiato! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we continue our summer nugget series with a double whammy of environmental stories as we talk about what's causing this 'gorilla hail,' why your neighborhood trees are not getting the water they need, and why you should never create a non-dairy dairy farm.

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

Hang ten with a reduced carbon footprint, brah! Everyone knows that surfers are in tune with nature, but the wetsuit and surfboard industry has room for improvement. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we ride the wave of companies leading the way with green alternatives, why neoprene is the villain, and were we plagued by accessories in the 1980s??

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

Certain types of fungi can make up a vast network of carbon storage for our planet, which is why researchers are pleading that these little Mycorrhizal miracles be spared. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about the importance of symbiotic relationships in nature, how the fungal network is important in more ways than one, and why Noel and Jacob would happily give up their bodies to sentient fungus so they can finally take a break and relax. 

We continually discover new things about the world around us, and that even goes for simple creatures like the worm-- which might not be as simple as we thought! Turns out that worms are making complex decisions which could change the way we understand how behaviors are relevant to an animal's natural life. Join us this week for our first 'Summer Nugget' series of The Biofriendly Podcast where we talk about the science of worms and how they might be better at making decisions than people!  

A deep-sea mining hotspot in the ocean known as the Clarion-Clipperton Zone has uncovered 5,000 new species from a recent expedition, which raises concerns about disturbing this unique ecosystem. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we learn about some of these new discoveries, teach about the dangers of mining with an Irish jig, and celebrate the triumphant return of Veronica to the podcast!

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

Airships are making a comeback! With the increased pressure to reduce our CO2 emissions from air travel and the complications of electrifying a plane, companies are emerging with new ideas for these floating giants. This week we weigh the benefits of helium versus hydrogen, more ways to get our shipped goods into the skies, and will a soulful R&B jam convince Veronica to return to the podcast?

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

A scientific study recently revealed that our plants are making audible sounds when distressed, which changes the way we perceive how organic material is communicating to the living world around them. On this week's Biofriendly Podcast we explore how these sounds are caused, why lab testing can be like a horror movie, and are Noel and Jacob moving into an apartment together?

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

After centuries of overfishing and bottom trawling, oyster populations in Scotland have dwindled in the Dornoch Firth. Thanks to a partnership between Glenmorangie distillery and a group of marine scientists and conservationists, they will restore oysters to the area which will not only improve water quality and biodiversity, but also help us pronounce Glenmorangie the correct way, and protect all the cute oysters from harm!

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

By now you've seen countless articles about AI (artificial intelligence) getting out of hand as things like ChatGPT are driving this so-called 'robot revolution.' But before you climb into your underground bunker fearful of the rise of machines, check out this week's Biofriendly Podcast where we discuss some of the ways AI can be good for humanity, why it's more important to keep your eyes on the humans utilizing these tools, and did Jacob lose all of his mustache super powers?

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

Originating in the UK, 'No Mow May' aims to pause mowing during the month of May, allowing flowers to bloom in your lawn to help early season pollinators. Since the viral trend is now gaining traction in North America, we decided to discuss some of the pros and cons, explore alternative lawn care methods, and do we need to build a Motel 6 for bees?

Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

Happy Earth Day! To celebrate the 53rd year of Earth Day on April 22nd, Jacob decided to bring in a pop quiz about this year's theme, "Invest in our Planet." Things take a wild turn as Noel gets worked into a frenzy by corporate jargon and the floodgates break open about some of the frustrating aspects of the green business. As we work together to change our world, we hope to be a beacon of light in a gloomy environment and have a good laugh about the things that drive us crazy.

We all know that glitter can add pizzazz to your party, but these tiny shimmering sparkles may be more of a problem for our planet than you thought! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about just how much waste this nano-plastic leaves behind, share some unusual glitter alternatives, and are the boys bad at Dungeons & Dragons?

After spending only a few minutes online, you'll be convinced that the world has never been more divided as everyone seems to be at each other's throats. However according to the latest data collected by the World Happiness Report, we are doing much better than we thought! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we delve into some of the anger-baiting news topics, and how certain countries are rising above the petty squabbles, and will the children of tomorrow ditch the news forever?

Find us at BiofriendlyPlanet.com

Wind turbines come with a fair number of challenges, many of which make them difficult to install on top of buildings or homes due to their size. But can a new rooftop technology harness wind power quietly with the same airflow science for race cars? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we look at motionless wind generation, why you need to know which birds are in danger, and do Noel and Jacob only have 30 minute memories?

Find us at BiofriendlyPlanet.com

Every day we continue to push more carbon into the air from our biggest industries around the world. While a lot of efforts are being made toward renewables, we still need a solution on how to capture carbon from our atmosphere and store it away safely. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss a recent carbon capture discovery that uses copper, how some tech companies have some crazy ways of storing carbon, and it's important to remember that this... is a show about patience.

Find us at BiofriendlyPlanet.com

Is it possible to pull energy out of thin air? A recent discovery of a natural enzyme that can produce electricity from hydrogen in our atmosphere could be a game changer. And with the popularity of TV shows like The Last Of Us, you may be concerned about seeing a bundle of branching fungi known as mycelium (or mushroom root), but it could be a delicious and nutritious meat substitute. You have to listen to this week's Biofriendly Podcast for your blend of education and silliness. 

Find us at BiofriendlyPlanet.com

After nearly two decades of negotiations, the United Nations High Seas Treaty has finally been approved to conserve and sustainably use our ocean beyond national boundaries. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss what the High Seas Treaty aims to accomplish, how we can prevent further sea-faring shenanigans, and do Noel and Jacob need to call upon the Dread Pirate Veronica to inspire fear and love? 

As efforts are under way to move steel production away from coal-fired furnaces, which produces around 8% total global emissions, manufacturing green steel is no easy task. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we look at 'green hydrogen' as one potential solution, how these changes will impact the developing world, and our riveting chat reminds us that whoever smelt it... dealt it.

It's a Biofriendly Podcast double whammy as we throw two very different stories at you in one episode. First up, we have an uplifting turn of events out of England where some musical trash containers inspire a beach community to keep things clean. And secondly, did you know that 'super pigs' that threaten agriculture and wildlife are on the loose in North America? Make sure to check out the podcast that other serious environmental shows don't want you to know about.

Welcome back! *golf clap, golf clap* Last week we ended the show on a cliffhanger, so for Part 2 we dig in a little deeper and discuss the importance of the sport to communities, the innovative designs that incorporate the natural environment, and finally what efforts can be done to improve the sustainability of golf while still finding our joy in everyday life! 

Golf courses are increasingly being criticized for having a negative impact on the environment, but what can be done to help the sport be more sustainable? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we tee up a few of the major issues in question, take a swing at some potential solutions, and celebrate our milestone of 200 episodes of the show! 

Gas stoves recently became a trending topic as click-bait articles claimed they were being banned forever! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we set the record straight and fire up a conversation about cooking indoors, what it all means for our indoor air pollution, and Noel gets passionate about Grease the movie musical.

As global temperatures continue to rise, a recent study revealed a way to improve crop resilience and food security by altering the DNA of wheat. This week on the podcast, we share the latest research on increasing crop yield, talk about some unusual new food sources that could be delicious, and is this the new American Idol of eliminating wheat variations?

In a unique episode this week, we abandon the planned subject material as we let the floodgates open and share some recent life challenges. We quickly see just how important it is to keep your headspace sustainable just like the environment, and those little cost-saving green decisions add up when you need them the most!

As we kickoff 2023, we learned that 146 new species of plants and animals were discovered last year on our planet that is still full of surprises. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast, we share some of our favorite new species, break down the challenge of naming them from the International Society of Species Acknowledgement (ISSA), and did scientists discover two werewolves?!

Most are familiar with the famous Clement Clarke Moore poem that told the world of St. Nick, but not many know of the follow up poem called 'Twas the Night Before New Years' by an unknown author around the 1830's named Carroll Cogswell Givens. Join us for our New Year's Eve special where we test our improvisational skills... I mean, read the forgotten tale of one wild night in a bar that is certain to become a classic story! 

Now back and better than ever and bearing baked goods, our dear friend Shawn Kohne returns to The Biofriendly Podcast for our holiday special! Shawn shares his Top 10 list of the best entertainment from 2022, Noel and Jacob's family movie nights are sabotaged, and we continue to make much ado about nothing! 

We can all feel the magic in the air during the holiday season, but how exactly did a fourth-century bishop transform into the Santa Claus that we expect every year on December 25th? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we travel back in time to the Netherlands to the origin story of Sinterklaas, share historical documents that uncover the truth about jolly old St. Nick, and how Noel experiences his own Christmas Carol each year.

Construction's environmental footprint is huge. That's why architects and builders are looking toward using wood as a more sustainable choice! Now that might give you pause as to what that means for our planet's forests, so that's why this week we talk about sustainable logging, why balance is so important, and why we are your number one source for green knowledge and fart jokes.

While scientists are arguing over whether trees are talking to each other or not, one study has found that mushrooms are talking to each other in patterns similar to human speech! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we explore this notion of the wood wide web, why science will always need magic, and did Noel and Jacob once again end the fight between scientists?

This week we have a guest interview with Phil Layton, CEO of Pi Energy, which is a company developing thin, flexible, solar nanofilms that make it possible to install solar on almost any surface. We chat with Phil about new solar possibilities, how scientists are working to capture more power from the sun, and why Noel and Jacob are dressed in America.

Beavers are our furry, eco-friendly engineers on this planet. Their network of dams keep land irrigated, maintain water quality and ecosystem health, and even sequester carbon! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we examine the beaver from every angle, share how crucial they are for the environment, and even receive a box of pies in the middle of the show. You don't want to miss this episode! 

A Scottish nightclub has introduced a unique way of gathering energy, so this week on The Biofriendly Podcast we explore something called 'piezoelectricity' and how it can be used with the human body. Can people emit enough energy to be gathered and stored, will this help the world's energy problems, or is this how we end up in The Matrix? 

This week we've gathered together some of the best highlights of The Biofriendly Podcast from winter into spring of 2020 where we discussed everything from jellyfish blackouts to forest bathing. So whether you've been with us since the beginning or you just discovered the show, sit back and enjoy some of our favorite moments from way back when! 

In a never-before-seen Halloween special, The Biofriendly Podcast reads The Legend of Sleepy Hollow with a unique twist: each section must include a completely improvised part of the story that transforms the classic tale into an environmental story! You don't want to miss this laugh-out-loud improv game where Washington Irving's words take on a whole new meaning! Happy Halloween!

As the Halloween series of episodes continue, we've dedicated this week's Biofriendly Podcast to our fascinating eight-legged friends. Spiders are crucial to our environment so we share some of their history with spooky season, why some consider them to be good luck, and if you're not careful they may just run off with your family. 

Have you ever sensed a supernatural presence or felt chills running down your spine? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss the ways our imagination runs wild at the thought of paranormal activity, how these creepy occurrences may have some scientific explanations, and did we discover that ghosts are sexy?

From vampire bats to lurking black cats, Halloween has a handful of animals that surround the spooky season. On this week's Biofriendly Podcast we say 'Nevermore!' when it comes to silly superstitions, share some fun animals facts, and explain why you need a 'rice crispies' group of friends.

As the U.S. Southeast faces yet another hurricane, we wanted to focus this week's Biofriendly Podcast on the improvements we've made over the years when facing these storms. Join us as we discuss hurricane preparedness, what our greatest sense might be, and why we can all get along despite what we read on the internet.

By 2050, it's estimated that we will have 12 million metric tons of wind turbine blades to throw away, so how do we prevent all of them from ending up in a landfill? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss the ways of recycling wind turbines into everything from concrete to candy, why you should hold on to your nickels, and does Noel do the greatest tap dance routine in history? 

In Western cultures, most of us get the heebie-jeebies when we see bugs, but in most countries around the world, insects are routinely eaten and even enjoyed. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about insects as food, the benefits they have on our environment, and what are Hopper Pockets and how can we get some?

A recent story in the news about scientists using lasers to create nano diamonds out of plastic waste led us to a completely different type of 'nano diamond' that aims to solve our world's energy problems. This week we explore how this exciting new tech might be able to make a battery that runs for 20,000 years, why you should always pay attention in school, and can acting schools be a bad idea?

At the latest DefCon security conference, an expert hacker discovered a new jailbreak that would allow farmers to modify and repair the expensive equipment that’s vital to their work. This week we discuss why the hack was considered a victory in giving consumers the right to repair the Internet of Things (IoT) products they buy, what future generations will do with technology, and why is so hard to go to the bathroom in our building?

The Tasmanian tiger may live once again as scientists attempt to resurrect the species that went extinct in 1936! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss the 'de-extinction' of species like the thylacine, the woolly mammoth, and even the Christmas Island rat. What does this mean for our environment, does Dr. Ian Malcolm / Jeff Goldblum have a say in it, and did the podcast transform into a radio play? 

A team of scientists recently developed a biodegradable paper battery created with the help of 3D printing, so this week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discussed a few environmental pros and cons of this new technology. How does 3D printing work, what are the more sustainable options, and why do we need to ignore the movie Armageddon if we conquer space?

The Great Barrier Reef recorded the highest amount of coral cover in nearly four decades and it's time to celebrate the win! This week we dive deep into the ocean to see who is helping the coral, who is hurting the coral, and what does dolphin poo have to do with it all?

How can the flashing disco lights of the 1970s usher in a new era for our Earth? You'll just have to listen and find out how on the latest episode of The Biofriendly Podcast. Whether it's by sustainably fishing for scallops or protecting animals from predators, Noel and Jacob put on their dancing shoes and share all the ways we will be Stayin' Alive!

This week we've assembled a special throwback episode of The Biofriendly Podcast from summer of 2019 where we discussed everything from sustainable beer to green laundry to spicy solar panels. So kick back and laugh at these clips from classic episodes and who knows... you just might learn a thing or two!

Tech companies are developing everything from plastic-eating "shark" drones to spinning buoys that use the water's current to scoop our trash out of the water, but what else can be done to prevent garbage from entering our waterways? This week Noel and Jacob talk about how we stop this problem at the source, can you really sit inside a whale's mouth, and why Bruce Lee's family wants to fight Noel. 

It's Part 2 of our Plastic Free July episode, so check out even more ways you can eliminate your daily single-use plastic! As we all know it can be overwhelming to change the way we do things, but The Biofriendly Podcast is here to give you simple tips to being more sustainable.

It's Plastic Free July, which means it's a time to take a moment to see just how much plastic we depend on each day! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast, we go through a checklist that ran so long we needed to break it into two parts. Check out this week's tips on ways we can all reduce our single-use plastic in everyday life. 

This week we discovered a legal loophole was used in order to save our bees, and a popular clothing manufacturer has developed fabric that absorbs CO2-- but is there something else going on behind closed doors? You don't want to miss this week's Biofriendly Podcast where we bring you the latest and greatest green news.

As we all know it's important to conserve water, but California is working on converting toilet our flushes into tap water! This week we discuss how we feel about this process as well as talk about a program that trains rats to become heroes! You don't want to miss this week's Biofriendly Podcast where we bring you the latest and greatest green news. 

Did you know a company is building a floating city in South Korea to prepare for rising sea levels? Or that human hair might be the perfect solution for soaking up excess oil? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we learn what a 'blue tech' company might be and what drives Noel crazy when he reads environmental articles! 

Did you know that a startup in Hawaii has created a machine that will remove acid from the ocean? Or that a bill might be passed in Washington D.C. to make all buildings more bird-friendly? Are satellites in space watching what plastics throw away? Join us this week on The Biofriendly Podcast as we explore the latest and greatest in green news!

Did you know they opened the first airport for flying drones and cars in the UK? Or did you hear about scientists successfully growing plants in lunar soil? So many cool and exciting things happening in the world of green news on this week's Biofriendly Podcast!

With another throwback to our original Biofriendly Podcast show style, we kick off this week's episode with a little Phil Collins karaoke, discuss something called BioChar, and explore how scientists are trying to save koalas and more! 

We've got a portable desalination unit from MIT, a plastic-eating enzyme, a tire dust collector and a timber thief turned good! All on This Week in Green for March 6th, 2022. 

This Week in Green is back as we share the latest environmental news about sponge cities, hydrogen ferries, the death of styrofoam, and super okra goo! And in our final segment we address Hollywood's latest efforts to go green and all the ways we think they can do much better. 

This week's episode is a throwback to our original Biofriendly Podcast show style where Noel and Jacob dig in to a few environmental topics while allowing humorous banter to take the lead as we celebrate Earth Day. Remember to make every day Earth Day!

For 'This Week in Green' we've got the latest and greatest environmental good news with containers heated by squid technology, the individual actions of people DO make a difference, using solar panels at night and how children view animals and food. We close out the show by asking you to do too much this Earth Day! 

It's time for another This Week In Green on The Biofriendly Podcast, and our feel-good stories are about new sustainable toys from Mattel, progress on nuclear fusion, futuristic beehives and blankets with climate change data. It's a weird and wacky one, so buckle up and enjoy the ride. 

It may be April fools, but all of our news is true for 'This Week in Green' as we discuss pig poop power, human composting, climate victory gardens, and a futuristic machine called the Carbon Crusher! This week's episode of The Biofriendly Podcast wraps up nicely with helpful tips on how you can reduce your shopping waste.

For 'This Week In Green' on March 18th we've got an underwater museum, CO2 beer bubbles, desert veggies, and the biggest dating app blunder of all time! You don't want to miss this week's episode of The Biofriendly Podcast where we offer up greenwashing advice to businesses. 

For this week in green we've got the real life Electric Avenue for you to rock down to, Samsung casts a fishing net to make phones, South Korea soaks up the sun with giant solar plum blossoms, and a new satellite that will see everything meteorologists cannot. You don't want to miss this week's episode of The Biofriendly Podcast where we wrap up the show with things that are surprisingly still legal! 

We're back with a brand new 'This Week In Green' on The Biofriendly Podcast for March 4, 2022! This week we've got tree batteries, a diaper highway, solar powered clothing, super seawomen, and more! 

If you're wondering what's the latest and greatest in green news this week, The Biofriendly Podcast has got you covered for February 25, 2022. This week we've got how Minecraft is teaching kids about climate change, greenhouses going red, guerrilla gardening on hoverboards, manatees are eating salad, and more! 

It's time for a new This Week In Green on The Biofriendly Podcast for February 18, 2022. We've got clean heating from a coal mine, blade bridges, crocs that eat dinosaurs, a diving duo making a difference, C02 steaks and more!

After 3 years, The Biofriendly Podcast is switching gears by focusing on what's happening in environmental news each week! It's 'This Week In Green' for February 11, 2022 with no more whaling, recycled building blocks, insect citizens, a tired crocodile, and more.

The Earth provides so many natural resources for us to utilize responsibly, and the latest environmental buzz is all about algae! From carbon-neutral fuels to high-protein food, microalgae is even being used to... build buildings? This week we break down the benefits of architectural algae, can you turn it into clothing, and why you should never build a chili dog stand next to a scenic cliffside.

KFC is working with a Russian bio-printing company and McDonalds is releasing something called a McPlant, but what does this all mean for our fast food of the future? This week we discuss what it means to be a flexitarian, when will food be able to appear out of nowhere like a sci-fi movie, and is Jacob actually a young Fred Krueger? 

After a brief hiatus, The Biofriendly Podcast is back and stronger than ever after both Noel and Jacob fought off Omicron during the holidays! Reunited and it feels so good as they talk about why 2022 is going to be a great year, the importance of always looking up, and keeping our eye on the ball for planet Earth. 

The tradition continues and silliness abounds in this year's New Year's Special with our good buddy, Clayton Cogswell. We laugh, and laugh some more, and occasionally get to some feel-good news stories as we wrap up this unusual year. So sit back and enjoy our last episode of the 2021 say Happy New Year as we Auld Lang Syne-off!

The Holiday tradition continues as we bring back friend of the podcast, Shawn Kohne to help wrap up 2021 with a Top 10 list of entertainment in 2021 made our spirits bright! Shawn shares some exciting new discoveries, Noel admits he has one episode left of every show, and Jacob ruins any chance we have of making a movie with Tom Hanks.

We've all read the headlines about cows and how they release methane emissions that negatively effect the environment, but how did this even become an issue? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we put a few cow myths out to pasture, discuss ways to eat less meat, and what is a fart backpack and how can we get one? 

We are weeks away from Christmas, and whether you're ordering online or braving the in-store madness, The Biofriendly Podcast has got a few ideas on how you can keep your holiday shopping green. So get your list ready as we walk through some sustainable choices, why planning is everything, and is Noel one of Sioux City's most infamous gangsters from the 1920s?

The challenges with our climate make it difficult for the agriculture business to maintain sustainability, so what does that mean for the future of farming? This week we invited Co-Founder/Co-CEO of Local Bounti, Craig Hurlbert, to talk about growing leafy greens indoors, how this will impact our food waste, and why the longest journey of lettuce should be a Pixar film!

Gathering around the table to feast with loved ones is a Thanksgiving tradition, but it can also be a time where we fight, overindulge, and lose sight of what we should be grateful for. This week, we talk about some simple choices that might help the holiday be less wasteful, why the turkey would've been a better national bird, are Noel and Jacob a couple of goodfellas?

Do you want to make a difference every single day? There's an app for that! This week The Biofriendly Podcast welcomes Maxime Leroux, creator of the One Save/Day app which encourages users to do just one eco-friendly action each day. As a young student, Maxime tells the story about how he built the app from scratch, the evolution of buttons, and why every town needs to have a square!

We all know that arachnophobia is a real fear, but it's important to learn more about our eight-legged friends and how important they are to our environment! This week we unraveled the web of lies around some spider myths, shared non-lethal techniques to send them packing, and why Jacob has a built-in deterrent that drives spiders and Noel insane. 

Have you ever stopped and wondered when we suddenly switched from bars of soap to overly-fragrant plastic bottles of cleansing body wash? This week we sat down with Dr. Barbara Paldus, CEO of Codex Beauty Labs, to learn more about the history of soapy showers, why minimalism is key in sustainability, and discuss Noel's perfectly understandable red spots that are completely normal.

We all dread seeing that check engine light appear in our cars, but did you know that proper vehicle maintenance is the more sustainable choice? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about everything from oil changes to car washes, why road rage is bad for the environment, and is Noel an expert on 1970s fashion??

It's the spooky season once again, and Mother Nature has cooked up quite a few scares of her own on this week's episode of The Biofriendly Podcast. From gigantic flowers that smell like rotting flesh to blood-soaked vacation spots in the Arctic, we explore some of the most horrific natural occurrences around the world that just might be caused by... faeries?!

This week we traveled all the way to Las Vegas to sit down with the President of the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), Ramiro Cavazos, to discuss their commitment of representing the needs of citizens and small business owners. As we learned more about how the USHCC actively promotes the growth and development of more than 4.7 million Hispanic-owned businesses, we also discussed the importance of being on the cutting-edge of environmental needs, and why you should never gamble with a set of headphones. 

When it comes to creatively cooling our global warming, scientists are dreaming up new ways to reflect heat away from the Earth through a process called geoengineering. This week we explore everything from painted streets to harnessing the power of volcanoes, why the Greeks are already keeping it cool, and does Keith even know what he's talking about?

Everyone loves ice cream, but it's important to find sustainable ways to enjoy that tasty treat. This week we stopped by NadaMoo! headquarters in Austin to sit down with President & CEO, Daniel Nicholson, and get the full scoop on their story, why Jacob wants to reclaim the word vanilla, and does Noel eat ice cream for breakfast?

Since we all know that fast fashion is an environmental disaster, we need sustainable solutions for how we get dressed. That's why this week on The Biofriendly Podcast we welcomed Alex Shadrow, also known as @Sustainabae on Instagram, to talk about creative ways to make your clothing last, becoming a secondhand fashion icon, and does every year have 12 seasons now?!

Oceanographers have discovered trillions of polymetallic nodules on the Earth’s ocean floors, but how can we get to them without harming the environment? This week Noel and Jacob weigh the pros and cons of seabed mining, the problem with misinformation in the media, and do Nickelback make a guest appearance?

Composting is way easier than you think, yet so many of us are overwhelmed at the concept. That's why this week we invited Jon Reed, the Founder/CEO of Compostic, a New Zealand company combating plastic waste with compostable cling wrap and resealable bags! Jon shares everything you need to know about composting, how laziness can inspire innovation, and why civil wars have been fought over beers.

You've heard us talk about 'ninja planting' on The Biofriendly Podcast before, but we only just discovered that 'guerrilla gardening' is a thing... and we love it! This week we share the story of an L.A. man who transformed his city by illegally growing produce, the fate of our own ninja plants, and why we'll only grow Audrey II's from now on.

While folks on the internet are busy falling off stacks of milk crates, The Biofriendly Podcast is hard at work investigating milk alternatives for you. This week we discuss some of the challenges of dairy farming, the insatiable thirst of almonds, and did Elise survive her Fear Factor childhood challenges?

Recent scientific research suggests that it's important celebrate our environmental success in order to motivate further evidence-based action! That's why this week on The Biofriendly Podcast we acknowledge some of the positive stories about protecting our oceans, why we should make a TV show called Fish Police, and does Noel speak fluent whale? 

We often hear about the world's problems with air pollution, but what exactly are we breathing in out there and does it stay in our lungs? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast, we separate the smog from the particulate matter, learn more ways to reduce emissions, and is it dangerous to light your farts on fire?

Did you know that 80% of the food in Africa is produced by women and small to medium scale farmers? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we welcome Karen Sugar, Founder and Director of the Women's Global Empowerment Fund to talk about how her non-profit came together, ways they support women in Uganda, and did Jacob check himself out in the mirror during the podcast?

As global temperatures rise, our dependence on air-conditioning only increases, which causes even more problems in the atmosphere. This week, Noel and Jacob talk about the challenges of living in arid climates, creative ways to cool down before bed, and can anyone fit their pillow in the freezer?

When it comes to tackling the challenges of climate change we often need a new perspective so that's why this week we welcomed Dr. Mark Trexler from The Climatographers to The Biofriendly Podcast. Mark shares a new way of thinking that could bring about more collective action, how carbon offsets were first created, and how is this all like a pregnancy test?

The 2020 Olympics are about to start (in 2021 nonetheless) and the city of Tokyo has been hard at work to make sure these games are as green as they can be! This week Noel and Jacob talk about the positive eco-friendly improvements, what the naysayers have to say, and why the biathlon might be training future spies.

The Biofriendly Podcast aims to be your beacon of light in a gloomy environment, and this week we welcomed the like-minded creator of Happy Eco News, Grant Brown. Grant has had a long career in clean technology and electrifying ships, and this week he shares his inspiration behind his positive environmental news website, the dangers of doom-scrolling, and how he was once put on the spot to speak to an audience of nearly 350 million people!  

As world travel begins to make its triumphant return, the tourism industry is poised and ready to make some positive changes with an initiative called 'Regenerative Travel.' This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we explore this new sustainable travel movement that aims to make our post-pandemic travel more eco-friendly, less crowded, and quite possibly allow Noel and Jacob to make the best/worst bathing suit choices for the beach! 

It's no secret that we have been conditioned to consume the latest and greatest when it comes to stuff... especially clothing! This week we welcome Topper Luciani, CEO of Goodfair, a company that is putting thrift stores at your fingertips. Topper shares his story of how Goodfair came to be, Jacob confesses that he was a thrift store nerd, and turns out Noel is a Tick aficionado.

Pests have started to invade your home and garden and you want to get rid of them... but in a nice way. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we share some eco-friendly options for pest prevention without toxic chemicals, Jacob tells the tragic tale of a lizard named Blue, and we discover that Noel is the savior of skunks.  

This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we welcomed Spencer Plumb from the National Forest Foundation to talk about the importance of natural fires, how trees are the OG carbon capture technology, and sometimes you have to save the world with the power of Excel spreadsheets!

By now you've probably heard about the ransomware hack of the Colonial Pipeline which seized hundreds of millions of gallons of fuel in the USA, but did you know that the cybercrooks behind everything felt pretty bad about it? This week, Noel and Jacob talk about what happened to the pipeline, what this means for our energy grid, and that the apocalypse will revolve around toilet paper! 

Recycling has been promoted as a green solution for decades, but unfortunately the modern day system is falling apart. This week we welcomed Jonathan Levy, also know as the @ZeroWasteGuy, to share the truth about what happens after we recycle, ways we can help reduce waste, and why being jerk on the internet isn't helping anyone at all! 

This Biofriendly Podcast is pretty sweet! Sugarcane is the most produced food commodity in the world, so as you can imagine it has a significant impact on many environmentally sensitive regions. This week Noel and Jacob talk about what's being done to improve the sugar industry, some sweet sugar alternatives, and do we have to fight bears in hand-to-hand combat to get honey?!

With Microsoft's recent commitment to be carbon negative by 2030, we invited our good friend and Sr. Program Manager at Microsoft, Holly Beale to talk about how her company is putting their words into action! Holly shares with Noel and Jacob about her personal journey in sustainability, some memorable moments with data center communities, and of most importantly her preference in peanut butter!

Grab your controllers because a new player has entered the game... planet Earth! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss how the UN has launched an initiative to utilize gaming to teach kids about the environment, we dream up our own groundbreaking green games, and how is Noel in two places at the same time? 

Not only is gravity a force to be reckoned with, but it turns out that the gravity of the situation could help replace lithium batteries one day. This week Noel and Jacob weigh-in on a new gravity powered facility in Scotland, discuss how renewable energy storage has changed the gravity game, and why bears dread their 40th birthday. 

This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we welcomed Paul Buttner from the California Rice Commission to talk about how they've transformed the rice fields of the Sacramento Valley into a safe haven for millions of waterbirds, ducks and geese. Paul talks about his environmental journey from air pollution to wildlife conservation, and did the California Raisins steal all of rice's thunder? 

What if children around the world have been missing out on the gifts of an ancient tree spirit for thousands of years? This week Noel and Jacob build a bridge to Earth Day by revealing a magical new holiday 30 days later that will inspire generations to reconnect with nature, bake a pizza, and maybe sport a curly mustache! 

What do you do when you're the world’s fourth-largest greenhouse gas emitter but you own 20 percent of the global forests? Well, according to Russia, you tell the UN to cut you some slack and lease parts of the forest for carbon offsets. This week, Noel and Jacob talk about what Russia is up to, how carbon offsets work, and is Spaceballs an environmental documentary? 

Why do we need ships as big as the Empire State Building and why the heck did one get stuck in the Suez Canal? This week Noel and Jacob discuss the pros and cons of buying stuff around the world, why it's important that we don't blow up the moon, and the best way to get your spaghetti and meatballs at home!

Whatever happened with the hole in the ozone layer? Could we dim the sun by launching chalk dust into the sky? This week, Noel and Jacob study our stratosphere and discuss some of the ways we protect our planet from UV rays... all with the help of the Cheddar Dynasty.

When it comes to learning more about the Earth, it's important to look to our own solar system to see how the other planets have transformed over millions of years. That's why we invited astrophysicist, author, host, and science educator Paul M. Sutter to join us this week on The Biofriendly Podcast to chat about interstellar space travel, life on other planets, and why Bruce Willis could be the key to everything! 

With all of the recent extreme weather events occurring around the world, it's important to look at our Earth's natural water cycle and how it is being affected with our changing climate. This week we welcome back guest Michael Carroll to talk about what's going on under the surface, some methods of capturing water, and why sometimes Scrooge McDuck is the only way to understand it all.

After the recent winter storms in Texas, we have seen a fair amount of finger-pointing as to why the state was underprepared and left in the cold. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we directly address the accusations against green technology, why a fire should always have its place, and Noel gets riled up about all the nonsense! 

As the news continues to report record low temperatures and winter storms hitting as far south as the U.S. State of Texas, it's time to talk about what a Polar Vortex is exactly and why this is happening. Having been knee-deep in a Polar Vortex before, Noel and Jacob break down the science behind the arctic blast, what it means for our Earth's climate, and that the only way to survive an Ice Age is in a Wendy's.

From reintroduction biology to assisted evolution, The Biofriendly Podcast gets philosophical this week as we discuss the ways science can choose to step in and save a species. Noel and Jacob share some changes being made to make animals more climate change resistant, Super Bowl highlights, and should humans have built-in furry jackets for survival?

New species, who dis? It's mind-blowing to learn just how many species we discover every year, let alone how many more unknown species we have left to discover! From plants to animals, Noel and Jacob list some of the top new finds from last year, why it's important to look around and not just at the ground, and what do Harry Potter and The Joker have to do with all of this?

In order to celebrate the 100th episode of The Biofriendly Podcast, we welcomed back friend of the show and founder of Well Aware, Sarah Evans! Sarah shares with Noel and Jacob about creating the social-good company Well Beyond in response to the technical and community needs of the water charity sector, why creative inspiration pairs nicely with wine, and that shower striking time is just around the corner!

This week we welcome Jyoti Stephens from Nature's Path to talk about regenerative agriculture, and the story of how they came to be North America’s first organic cereal manufacturer in 1985. As Jyoti teaches us more about organic farming, Noel is surprised to learn that healthy food can also be delicious, and Jacob pledges to never stop eating in 2021. 

You often hear about how important bees are for the planet, but what are some of the ways we can help the bees survive? This week, Noel and Jacob buzz around some ways you can BEE helpful by planting certain flowers, steering clear of hard to pronounce pesticides, and serving up cosmos to save the bees!

It's a brand new year which means that a lot of us are working on ways to get focused, get organized, and get back in shape! This week Noel and Jacob flex their muscles around what's the latest tech to make us green fitness machines, learn that even an Olympic cyclist can barely power a toaster, and that we both miss the guilt trips from our Wii Fit.

As we finally reach the end of 2020, Noel and Jacob invited their incredibly talented director pal, Clayton Cogswell, on the show to review some of the challenges we faced over the past year followed by the silver linings we found along the way. Whether it was learning to rise from the ashes or experiencing a connectedness with our loved ones from home, each of them share stories to uplift and inspire you as we say Happy New Year and Auld Lang Syne-off!

For what we hope to be an annual holiday tradition, The Biofriendly Podcast welcomes comedian, actor, editor, movie-buff, and friend of the show, Shawn Kohne to help wrap up 2020 with some feel-good films that helped keep our spirits up during this challenging year! Shawn lassoed our hearts with his favorite stories, Jacob talks about his beautiful cry, and Noel has some notes for J.J. Abrams. 

We know that Santa is on his way and loading lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh, but what is being done by some of the biggest toy companies in the world to help their environmental impact? This week we unwrap the problem of making toys too biodegradable, remind you to pay those playthings forward like Toy Story taught us, and Noel and Jacob reminisce about their favorite toys!