In this episode of WAVE-Arrábida, Marianna sits down with Marco Rebelo, president of the National Man and Biosphere Committee in Portugal, to explore the significance of Serra da Arrábida’s new reclassification as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — an exciting milestone for the region.For generations, Arrábida has been a landscape shaped by biodiversity, tradition, and community.This reclassification reinforces Arrábida’s role not only as a protected area, but as a living model of harmony between humans and nature.From biodiversity to community engagement, Marco shares how this new chapter invites us all to rethink our relationship with the land — and how a biosphere reserve can inspire regeneration for future generations.
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#22: Building Conscious Community in Arrábida with Tori Mitchell
In this episode of WAVE-Arrábida, we sit down with Tori Mitchell — yoga educator, founder of beeleev, and lifelong community builder — to explore how wellbeing, nature, and connection come together to create thriving, supportive spaces in the Arrábida region.From toxic-free living to the power of daily rituals, Tori shares how small acts of care turn into community movements — and how wellbeing becomes a collective experience when shared.Check out Tori's work here: https://www.instagram.com/vibeyogavictoria
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#21: Made with Love — Sustainable Fashion in Sesimbra
In this episode, we dive into the world of sustainable fashion with Raquel and Sofia, co-founders of SIZ, a Portuguese fashion brand known for its blend of creativity, ethics, and local craftsmanship.From designing in their Sesimbra atelier to working with local artisans and embracing circular practices, SIZ embodies how fashion can be both beautiful and responsible.We’ll explore how their journey as sisters turned entrepreneurs reflects the values of clean design, slow production, and creative freedom, proving that sustainability and style can go hand in hand.Check Out SIZ here: https://www.siz-online.com/
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#20: Profit with Purpose: Rethinking Business for People, Planet, and Profit
What if business success wasn’t just about profit — but also about people and the planet?In this episode, Marie from the 2 Girls 1 Reusable Cup Podcast sits down with Cristiana, host of Profit with Purpose, economist, and VP at Gerar Oportunidades, to explore the power of sustainable entrepreneurship. Cristiana shares how innovation, purpose, and conscious leadership can create meaningful change — locally and globally.Check out Profit with Purpose here: https://www.instagram.com/profit.with.purpose.podcast
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#19: Arrábida Subterrânea: Tempo, Pedra e as Raízes da Humanidade
E se a história do nosso planeta pudesse ser lida na pedra?Neste episódio do WAVE, Joaquim entrevista Rui Manuel Polido Francisco, espeleólogo e fundador do projeto Arrábida Subterrânea. Juntos, descem às profundezas da Serra da Arrábida para explorar grutas, formações geológicas e paisagens moldadas ao longo de milhões de anos.Conhece mais sobre o projeto Arrábida Subterrânea https://arrabidasubterranea.arrabida.org
Welcome to the WAVE — We Are Voices of Ecology - a movement, powered by the Programme of the European Commission Erasmus Plus. WAVE helps people bring their green ideas to life: From deep-dive trainings and local events to real-life interviews with eco-entrepreneurs and regenerative thinkers.
It’s a multi-host podcast, which means each episode is hosted by a different WAVE participant. Many of our hosts are trying podcasting for the very first time — stepping outside their comfort zones, overcoming fears, and discovering their confidence.
Tune in and get inspired !
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