DO BEAUTIFUL THINGS
Welcome to Do Beautiful Things™, a podcast hosted by Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful. This podcast will engage experts and everyday people looking for straightforward answers to questions about the science, behaviors, business solutions, and policies that can help us all create more beautiful and sustainable communities. Together we will explore fascinating topics like the life of a recycled beer can, the value of urban forests, the people who are cleaning up literal ‘tons’ of litter in their community, and so much more. Our discussions are not just interviews; they are insightful conversations that illuminate the path to a greener tomorrow!
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Recent Episode
NASA's LunaRecycle Challenge: Exploring Space Sustainability
In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, Jenny Lawson sits down with Jennifer Edmunson, Acting Program Manager for NASA Centennial Challenges, to explore the innovative LunaRecycle Challenge. Learn how NASA’s groundbreaking competition is pushing the boundaries of recycling on space missions and inspiring sustainable waste management practices back here on Earth. Join the conversation on how innovation and science are paving the way for a cleaner, greener future—both on our planet and beyond.
“For the LunaRecycle Challenge, our target is to reuse and recycle as many materials as we can for space missions.”
“We know that we’re going to have to live on other planetary surfaces sustainably… So, we need to maximize the potential for the materials that we take and be able to use them in things like space manufacturing and surface construction, so we’re able to make what we need while we’re there on the planetary surface.”
– Jennifer Edmunson, Acting Program Manager for NASA Centennial Challenges
Previous Episodes
Breaking Down Barriers: What Holds Us Back from Picking Up Litter?
This episode of “Do Beautiful Things” reveals new Harris Poll insights on litter—its impact, cleanup barriers, and what drives action.
Inside Cox Enterprises’ Commitment to Environmental Sustainability
Find out how COX Enterprises is making a positive impact through corporate volunteerism and environmental sustainability initiatives.
Mattress Recycling: Preventing Reusable Materials from Reaching Landfills
Discover the importance of mattress recycling, its benefits, and the legislative frameworks making it possible. Learn how these efforts are contributing to a more sustainable future through this often-overlooked aspect of recycling.
The Future of Recycling: Consumer Misconceptions, Industry Challenges, and AI Technology
Celebrate America Recycles Day by learning about the importance of recycling in sustainable living. Dive into the recycling process with industry leader, Jeff Snyder, SVP of Recycling and Sustainability at Rumpke Waste and Recycling
The Power of Partnership in Building Sustainable Waterways
In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, find out how collaboration between Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful and the Tennessee Valley Authority in creating sustainable and healthy communities along the Tennessee River.
Reducing Heart Disease with Trees: Louisville Tree Planting Project Shows Positive Results
In this episode of the “Do Beautiful Things” podcast, discover the powerful connection between urban trees and human health, and explore how increasing greenery can positively impact heart health.
Recycling Reality Check
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“Recycling Reality Check,” is provided by:
