Episode 6

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Published on:

29th Jun 2022

Q&A with Andy Straisfeld

The Sustainably Circular podcast was originally created to dive into the key issues around sustainability and the circular economy so that you can lead others and make small but significant changes to help create a more sustainable world.

One of the best ways of doing that is by providing a platform where questions submitted by curious listeners like yourselves can be answered, and that is the subject of today's episode.

Remember, you can always submit your own questions to Andy by emailing your queries to questions@sustainablycircular.ca. (mailto:questions@sustainablycircular.ca)


In this episode you'll discover:


- How the name 'sustainably circular' came about.


- Some background on the podcast itself and its focus.


- An in depth discussion of linear versus circular economies.


You don't want to miss this!



What You'll Learn in this Show:

  • The derivation of the 'sustainably circular' name.
  • An explanation of the podcast's true focus and overall goal.
  • Linear versus circular economies and what they mean for you.
  • And so much moreā€¦


Resources:

Sustainably Circular website

Sustainably Circular podcast

Andy's LinkedIn

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About the Podcast

Sustainably Circular
You are listening to the Sustainably Circular Podcast. This show is dedicated to the circular economy and how with a few key changes, you can help create a more sustainable world. No scare tactics, no shame! If we are going to do this we need everyone actively engaged, onboard, and including you.

Your host is no other than Andy Straisfield, who is the coFounder and Partner at MEA Health, Canada's First Stop For PPE Recycling. You are here for one thing: to better understand the circular economy and your role in it.

Every episode, we will dive into the key issues around sustainability and the circular economy so that you can lead others in this new sustainable world.

About your host

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Andy Straisfeld

After 15 years of a successful career in medical sales, Andy Straisfeld chose to quit the hustle and bustle of the corporate world to champion and strategize for medical recycling and its role in the Circular Economy. Andy is a recognized leader in hospital waste reclamation and along the way has founded and become the VP Business Development of Lifecycle Revive and MEA Health Corporation. His new roles as a green economy strategist and as a podcast guest have led Andy to bring you a new podcast: Sustainably Circular. The show helps both the C-suite and citizen make the right choice to PPE waste recycling and understand its place in the global Circular Economy. Andy's off-the-wall attitude and passion will motivate you to take action!