Fossil Fools – Consumed by Aja Barber

In this episode, co-hosts Emma and Daisy explore the hidden costs of fast fashion, discussing where your clothes come from, how they contribute to environmental harm, and, importantly, what you can do about it. In a world flooded with climate news and endless content ripe for doomscrolling, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed—so we’re here to sift through it for you.

Emma is a PhD researcher in Environmental Humanities at Bath Spa University and the University of Bristol and Daisy is a professional in the UK fashion industry. 

Key Topics:

• The environmental impact of fast fashion
• The role of academia and activism in climate advocacy
• How you can do your part for the planet.

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Further Reading:

• Consumed by Aja Barber
• Rotten River: life on one of the world’s most polluted waterways (The Guardian)
• The True Cost Movie

Other links:

• Fashion Revolution
• Love Your Clothes
• Love Fashion Hate Sweatshops