Arkdefo Slow Radio
Andrew & Elizaveta Bennett
Andrew & Elizaveta from Arkdefo will be discussing all things from slow fashion, ethical consumerism, reducing consumption, re-education of handcrafts, designing & making your own wardrobe, textile waste & our impact on the planet, corporate pollution, circular economy, greenwashing, teaching kids to be creative, reinvesting in skills, the positive power of sewing, tackling fast fashion and positive behavioural change. Someone has to!
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Top 10 Arkdefo Slow Radio Episodes
Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Arkdefo Slow Radio episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Arkdefo Slow Radio for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Arkdefo Slow Radio episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
Episode 15 - Behavioural Change
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08/23/21 • 41 min
In this episode, Andrew and Elizaveta discuss the behavioural change that is needed to slow down fast fashion and help tackle the myriad of problems associated with the industry. Free returns? Charity donations? COP26 deadlines? They don't work. How do we all start to buy less, but buy better?...
Episode 18 - Learn How To Design Your Own Skirt
Arkdefo Slow Radio
01/20/22 • 46 min
In this episode, Elizaveta and Andrew discuss all things 'skirt design and pattern making'.
Dreaming about making the perfect skirt but don't know where to start? Want the freedom to choose your own skirt design?
Why are readymade patterns so complicated? There must be an easier way. There is! Design your very own skirt pattern using your sizes.
Explore your creative side. Grow your design skills as you learn the building blocks of skirt design. Skirts designed by you and to fit you.
Episode 9 - #donatedenim
Arkdefo Slow Radio
03/02/21 • 40 min
In this episode, Andrew and Elizaveta discuss their new #donatedenim campaign, upcycling, why they are collecting denim and where they have been for the last 3 months! For more information contact Arkdefo on [email protected]
Episode 2 - Greenwashing
Arkdefo Slow Radio
09/12/20 • 57 min
In Episode 2, Andrew and Elizaveta discuss greenwashing within the fashion industry.
Episode 16 - How To Start A Crafty Hobby
Arkdefo Slow Radio
01/04/22 • 46 min
In this episode, Andrew & Elizaveta discuss starting that crafty hobby journey. Too many people are put off by other people's opinions. How can you find the confidence to start? What is the right answer? Is there a right answer?...
Episode 10 - People 2 People
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03/17/21 • 42 min
In this episode, Elizaveta and Andrew discuss the Scottish Edge application, being P2P not B2C, SEO and the Google Business Page, #donatedenim in Glasgow, looking for white denim, their That's TV interview and more!!
Episode 6 - Rentals and Sustainable Weddings
Arkdefo Slow Radio
10/22/20 • 57 min
In this episode Andrew & Elizaveta discuss clothing rentals, which is a hot topic at the moment, sustainable weddings and what they have been up to this week.
Episode 8 - Black Friday
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11/23/20 • 55 min
In this episode, Andrew and Elizaveta give their view on the Black Friday sales, discuss the impact on small business, the slowing down of consumerism and the big question - did they win that award?
Episode 13 - Is upcycled denim expensive?
Arkdefo Slow Radio
07/03/21 • 46 min
In this episode, Andrew and Elizaveta discuss their online shop launch, upcycled designer denim, the work involved, the cost structure and who gets paid. Transparency is key and Arkdefo shows where your money goes and how much the workers are paid. If you want the inside line on a fashion brand doing the right thing, listen in!
Episode 14 - Summer School for Teens
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07/24/21 • 44 min
In this episode, Elizaveta and Andrew discuss their community summer teaching project and the COP26 inspired sustainable fashion show. How do you engage and inspire the next generation to be creative? By changing the way you teach and they learn. No boring readymade patterns, or pin cushions here. We dive right into creative design, fashion design and student-led projects.
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What is the most popular episode on Arkdefo Slow Radio?
The episode title 'Episode 5 - Upcycling' is the most popular.