Oct 27, 202637 minS2
With headlines claiming that only a small fraction of plastic ever gets recycled, it is natural to question: is recycling real, or is it just a persistent myth? In this episode, Christine Yeager breaks down the complex...
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Change Cycle
Hosted by Christine Yeager · business · EN-US
About this Podcast:
The amount of waste in the world will not go down if consumers and society refuse to make sustainability a key priority. In today’s highly globalized and commercialized world, recycling cannot continue to fail us. The amount of waste that could be recycled, and therefore the carbon emissions that could be avoided, are too large to ignore. We know circularity is not the only solution to climate change and waste, but it is one that can be easily addressed with existing technology and would have a significant impact. If you want to drive sustainable change in your own way without sacrificing profits and long-term strategies, this is the podcast for you. Welcome to Change Cycle , the show exploring
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What is Change Cycle about?
The amount of waste in the world will not go down if consumers and society refuse to make sustainability a key priority. In today’s highly globalized and commercialized world, recycling cannot continue to fail us. The amount of waste that could be recycled, and therefore the carbon emissions that could be avoided, are too large to ignore.
Who hosts Change Cycle?
Change Cycle is hosted by Christine Yeager. The show has published 56 episodes to date.
What has Change Cycle covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Is Recycling Real? What The Numbers Say About US Recycling" (27 October 2026, 37 minutes), "How Polystyrene Recycling Is Winning The Circular Economy Debate With Justin Riney" (20 October 2026, 38 minutes), and "EPR Policy Realities: What Lawsuits, Vetoes, And MRF Bottlenecks Mean For Packaging" (13 October 2026, 28 minutes).
How often does Change Cycle publish?
Change Cycle publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 56 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Change Cycle?
Booking probability for Change Cycle is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Change Cycle requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Change Cycle's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for Change Cycle are Waste Treatment & Landfills. Change Cycle has a business audience.
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Christine Yeager hosts Change Cycle, a business podcast with 56 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Oct 20, 202638 minS2Polystyrene often faces immense public scrutiny, but expanding polystyrene recycling requires building robust infrastructure rather than relying on empty slogans. In this episode, host Christine Yeager sits down with...
Oct 13, 202628 minS2Navigating modern packaging regulations demands a direct look at practical EPR policy realities. Host Christine Yeager cuts through public skepticism to unpack what is genuinely happening across courtrooms, state...
Oct 6, 202642 minS2Extended Producer Responsibility is sweeping the nation, but packaging rules don't easily translate to used clothes. Host Christine Yeager sits down with Jessica Franken to unpack how modern Textile Recycling Policy...
Sep 22, 202659 minS2True progress in waste reduction begins when we look beyond the bin and fully commit to sustainable materials management to bridge the systems gap between product design and regional capacity. In this episode, Christine...
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Sep 15, 202630 minS2In this episode of Change Cycle, host Christine Yeager explores how breakthrough university research and student-led innovation are powering the circular economy. Many people assume academic projects stay trapped in...
Sep 8, 202632 minS2Scaling mixed plastics recycling requires moving past lab experiments into viable commercial operations. In this conversation, host Christine Yeager sits down with Dr. Julie Curley , founder and CEO of EsterCycle , to...
Sep 2, 202644 minS2Navigating packaging compliance gets tricky when regulatory definitions don't match market realities. Circular economy strategist Christine Yeager tackles the complex role of Chemical Recycling in state Extended...
Aug 25, 202629 minS2Scaling circular economy operations requires turning sustainability strategies into capital expenditures that businesses can actually execute. Host Christine Yeager connects with Brandon Lapsys , CEO of Viably , to...
Aug 18, 202641 minS2Christine Yeager breaks down extended producer responsibility (EPR) funding models across Colorado, Oregon, and California. While producers pay for full recycling costs in Colorado, only two out of seven states with...
Aug 11, 202638 minS2Host Christine Yeager connects with Phoebe Tan , Founder and COO of Taelor , to break down how AI and circular fashion are transforming apparel economics. Most rental and resale models fail because reverse logistics and...
Aug 4, 202623 minS2Navigating the evolving regulations of Extended Producer Responsibility shouldn't feel like a guessing game. Host Christine Yeager breaks down the hard numbers from Oregon's first six-month performance report and the...
Episode #20
How Certified Compostable Packaging Drives Real Circular Economy Impact with Meghan Ibach
Jul 28, 202646 minS2Making certified compostable packaging work in real-world organic streams takes strategic coordination across the entire circular economy supply chain. Host Christine Yeager connects with Meghan Ibach , Product and Zero...
- Jul 24, 202625 minS2
This mid-year roundup moves past legislative headlines to examine the plumbing of the circular economy. We're looking at why the story of 2026 isn't just about passing EPR bills, but about the operational reality of...
Jun 30, 202619 minS2Are we finally closing the loop on waste? In this mid-year round-up, Christine Yeager dives deep into the essential building blocks of a sustainable future. From the mechanics of Deposit Return Schemes and Extended...
Jun 23, 202632 minS2Pottery is one of our oldest art forms, yet for any beginner, it remains one of the most humbling experiences imaginable. As I’ve spent the last year oscillating between success and the occasional "flumped" clay...
Jun 16, 202633 minS2How do you create lasting change in sustainability when progress feels slow? In this episode, Kate Bailey —one of the key advocates behind Colorado’s landmark packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law—shares...
Episode #15
Policy Round Up
Jun 9, 202623 minS2Has the momentum behind Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation slowed down? In this latest Policy Round Up, Christine Yeager returns to Change Cycle to break down the biggest developments from the recent...
Episode #14
Convenience As A Catalyst: How Circular Mom Club Is Disrupting Kid’s Fashion With Vale Siegrist
May 5, 202634 minS2Sustainable innovation often thrives in the "friction zones" that major brands ignore, proving that circular economy models can be built through grit rather than institutional backing. Guest Vale Siegrist , founder of...
Episode #13
EPR Reporting Deadline May 31: Multi-State Compliance, Eco-Modulation & California's Dual Reports
Apr 28, 202638 minS2With the May 31 deadline fast approaching, EPR Reporting is no longer something producers can afford to delay—or misunderstand. In a recent episode of Change Cycle, Christine Yeager breaks down the rapidly evolving...
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