In this episode, we chat with Julia Dietmar, Co-Founder and CEO of OpenWardrobe, a platform helping people use what they already own and make smarter fashion choices. Julia shares how a messy closet sparked her sustainability journey, how OpenWardrobe helps digitize closets and plan outfits with AI, and why the most sustainable choice is wearing what you already have. We also explore her Style Blueprint approach and the real impact of fashion’s overproduction and waste.In this episode, we talk to Julia K. Dietmar, Co-Founder & CEO of OpenWardrobe, a platform helping people use what they already own, plan outfits with AI, and plug into circular options like repairs, alterations, and resale.

During this episode we look at how a messy closet sparked Julia’s sustainability journey and unpacks what OpenWardrobe actually does—digitize your closet, help you plan outfits, spark AI styling ideas, and plug you into repairs, alterations, and resale, while making the case that the “most sustainable” choice is usually wearing what you already own (cost-per-wear). We share practical ways to buy less and love your wardrobe more, walk through Style Blueprint 101 (your colors, body shape/silhouettes, and style personality), and get real about fashion’s overproduction problem—from “52 seasons” to landfill stats and water impacts.

[00:00]-Intro

[02:20] – Welcome to Mama Earth Talk + episode setup

[03:17] – Guest intro: Julia K. Dietmar (OpenWardrobe)

[04:36] – Julia’s sustainable journey (personal & professional)

[05:50] – What is OpenWardrobe? Tools for mindful dressing

[06:52] – “I’d never have paired these!”—AI outfit ideas feedback

[11:00] – Empowering consumers vs. “just buy sustainable brands”

[12:40] – What is sustainable fashion? (The “30 wears” idea)

[14:34] – Platform or movement? Why OW is a toolkit first

[16:11] – Buying less without trying: versatility kills the urge to shop

[21:28] – Style tip: don’t imitate—dress for how you want to feel

[23:25] – Resale & repairs: Poshmark integrations; US alterations/repairs

[27:40] – Stats you can use: cost-per-wear; carbon footprint (coming later)

[29:45] – From 2 to 52 seasons: the overproduction problem

[31:55] – Landfill reality; existing clothes could dress six generations

[33:12] – One T-shirt = ~700 gallons of water perspective

[37:01] – Personal shifts: buying less; avoiding plastic packaging

[37:01] – Style Blueprint deep-dive: colors, silhouettes, personality

[41:33] – Brand lists by style personality & learning resources

[42:56] – Final 5 begins

[43:20] – Hope for the Planet

[43:35] – Eco Tip of the Week

[43:53] – A sustainability fact that lands in any room

[44:30] – Where to find Julia & OpenWardrobe

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30% off the Style Blueprint with code MAMMAEARTH (all caps) at checkout on OpenWardrobe.

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In this episode, we talk to Molly Patrick, — co-founder & CEO of Clean Food Dirty Girl, certified life coach, and straight-talking expert in whole-food, plant-based eating. Molly shares her unconventional roots, why progress beats perfection, and specific ways to add joyful, plant-powered dishes to your holiday table.

During this episode, Molly shares how her off-grid upbringing shaped a lifelong sustainability compass and the playful, imperfect ethos behind Clean Food Dirty Girl. She busts the “but what about protein?” myth and offers simple swaps to start eating more whole plants today. We dig into a holiday game plan that keeps the joy and nostalgia while adding clean, crowd-pleasing dishes for Christmas—plus mains, sides, plating tips, and pantry staples that make weeknights (and festivities) easy. Along the way, we talk family buy-in without pressure or perfection, and why plant-forward choices create a micro–macro win-win for our bodies and for Mama Earth.

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[00:00] – Intro – Why the holidays are perfect for plant-based joy

[02:21] – Trash Talk: Eco-Wins and Fails – Host update + new tools/waitlist

[02:34] – Guest – Welcome, Molly Patrick

[04:08] – Off-grid childhood, adobe homes, and a built-in sustainability mindset

[09:52] – Clean Food Dirty Girl: mission, community, and imperfect action

[12:00] – Protein myths, social media noise, and trusting the process

[20:43] – Simple Shifts – Easy day-one swaps for more whole plants

[24:45] – Holiday Playbook – Keep the joy, add the plants (no all-or-nothing)

[26:40] – Holiday Dishes – Mashed potatoes, stuffed squash, tofu “centerpieces,” gravies, glazes

[30:34] – Family Buy-In – Hybrid meals, low expectations, lots of love

[34:56] – Staples – Tofu, soy curls, canned beans, tahini, herbs/spices, nutritional yeast

[36:15] – Food x Planet – Local sourcing, lower footprint, everyday wins

[43:30] – Final 5 – Faves to follow, weekly eco-tip list, hope for the planet

[51:48] – Hope for the Planet – Compassionate, pragmatic optimism

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• Progress > perfection.Holiday tables don’t need a total overhaul—add a few stellar plant-based sides and keep the traditions you love.
• Simple swaps work.Brown rice for white, whole-grain breads/tortillas, beans instead of chicken one night, fruit at breakfast—easy,...

In this conversation, Mariska emphasizes the importance of sharing unique ideas and stories, highlighting that the world needs diverse voices rather than a few perfect examples. She advocates for embracing imperfection, especially in the context of sustainability, and encourages listeners to trust in the value of their contributions. Our 200th episode, we could not have done this withouth everyone of you listening, so this is the biggest Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[00:00] -Intro

[01:15] – A Spark in 2018: Wearing My Trash for 30 Days

[02:20] – – The New York Moment

[04:00] – Vision Boards and Full Circles

[04:50] – Honoring Dr. Jane Goodall

[06:40] – Lessons from 200 Conversations

[08:10] – The Heart of Mama Earth Talk

[09:20] – The Early Podcast Days

[11:10] – The Growth Journey

[12:30] – Launch Announcement: Mama Earth Online Course

[13:50] – Inside the Course

[15:10] – Founder’s Offer & Giveaways

[16:30] – Gratitude and Acknowledgments

[18:00] – Lessons Worth Remembering

[19:20] – What’s Next for Mama Earth Talk

[21:00] – The Power of Imperfect Action

[22:30] – Closing Message

• Living Lighter A Practical Guide to Reducing WasteOnline Course
• Dr. Jane Goodall Institute
• Dr. Sylvia Earle — Mission Blue
• Captain Paul Watson Foundation
• Kate Williams — 1% for the Planet
• Maya van Rossum — Green Amendments for the Generations
• Emy Kane - Lonely Whale
• Claude Silver - VaynerMedia
• Natalie Banks

• If you are sitting on an idea, share it.
• Every story or dream has value.
• The world needs diverse voices.
• Imperfection can lead to meaningful change.
• Sustainability is about heart, not perfection.
• Trust in your unique perspective.
• Small actions can have a big impact.
• Embrace your individuality in storytelling.
• Don't wait for the perfect moment to act.
• Your contributions matter, no matter how small.