Sustainable in the City Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:16:42 -0500 https://sitc.buzzsprout.com/ en-us © 2026 Sustainable in the City yes Nashville, TN, USA e0cab4d0-7d2c-5f8a-adba-c3c47913f58b Urban Green Lab and the Nashville Department of Waste Services episodic false "Sustainable in the City" is a podcast co-hosted by Urban Green Lab and the Nashville Department of Waste Services that highlights the small sustainable actions that are making a big impact on Nashville. We chat with everyday Nashvillians like your neighbors, coworkers, and fellow community members. From reducing waste to planting trees, our guests share their stories about the benefits, barriers, and motivators behind everyday choices.

Episodes air on the third Tuesday of each month. Sustainable in the City can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in and be inspired by the power of individual action!



]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) sustainable, zero waste, environmental, green, nashville, city, sustainability, environment, Resilience, Climate-conscious, Eco-friendliness Urban Green Lab and the Nashville Department of Waste Services https://storage.buzzsprout.com/lofbelvw4f74x4t5o560a73t9qwr?.jpg Sustainable in the City https://sitc.buzzsprout.com/ Allie Omens Karissa Hampton Podcast in the City, Part 2 Podcast in the City, Part 2 In Allie's final episode, join Allie and Karissa they reflect on previous episodes and how Sustainable in the City has impacted them.

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

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Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> In Allie's final episode, join Allie and Karissa they reflect on previous episodes and how Sustainable in the City has impacted them.

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Buzzsprout-16954682 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0500 1704 11 full false Beautification in the City Beautification in the City This month, join District 24 Metro Nashville Beautification Commissioner Kate to talk about local beautification efforts, the power of getting outside, and how even the least outdoorsy person can connect with nature.

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

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Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> This month, join District 24 Metro Nashville Beautification Commissioner Kate to talk about local beautification efforts, the power of getting outside, and how even the least outdoorsy person can connect with nature.

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Buzzsprout-16808708 Tue, 18 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -0500 2327 10 full false Civics in the City Civics in the City This month, join Sofia to learn about one way to get more involved with your city: MyCity Academy. MyCity Academy helps immigrant, refugee, and new Nashvillians gain insights into Metro Nashville's structure, services, and sustainability efforts. Tune in to hear how Sofia plans to use her time in the MyCity program to contribute to a cleaner and greener Nashville.

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> This month, join Sofia to learn about one way to get more involved with your city: MyCity Academy. MyCity Academy helps immigrant, refugee, and new Nashvillians gain insights into Metro Nashville's structure, services, and sustainability efforts. Tune in to hear how Sofia plans to use her time in the MyCity program to contribute to a cleaner and greener Nashville.

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Buzzsprout-16574784 Tue, 18 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -0600 2172 9 full false Adopt-a-Street in the City Adopt-a-Street in the City This month, join LeLann who adopted a street in Nashville’s Antioch neighborhood and celebrates his birthday by hosting a litter pick-up party! With cupcakes, music, and community vibes, he turns his annual clean-up into an impactful celebration. 🎉 Tune in to hear how LeLann is making Nashville cleaner and greener, one street at a time.

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> This month, join LeLann who adopted a street in Nashville’s Antioch neighborhood and celebrates his birthday by hosting a litter pick-up party! With cupcakes, music, and community vibes, he turns his annual clean-up into an impactful celebration. 🎉 Tune in to hear how LeLann is making Nashville cleaner and greener, one street at a time.

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Buzzsprout-16442922 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 03:00:00 -0600 2397 8 full false Low Waste in the City Low Waste in the City Join low waste couple Michael and Nancy as they share their ever-growing list of sustainable household practices—ditching non-recyclable packaging, swapping paper towels for reusable cloths, cutting junk mail, backyard composting, and so much more. Competitive by nature, the pair discusses how they keep each other on track and even inspire friends and family to adopt eco-friendly habits. Don’t miss this final episode of 2024, packed with practical tips to kickstart your sustainable new year.

See you in 2025!

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Join low waste couple Michael and Nancy as they share their ever-growing list of sustainable household practices—ditching non-recyclable packaging, swapping paper towels for reusable cloths, cutting junk mail, backyard composting, and so much more. Competitive by nature, the pair discusses how they keep each other on track and even inspire friends and family to adopt eco-friendly habits. Don’t miss this final episode of 2024, packed with practical tips to kickstart your sustainable new year.

See you in 2025!

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Buzzsprout-16292058 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:00:00 -0600 2890 7 full false Cooking in the City Cooking in the City This month, join local chef Mariah as she whips up a batch of sustainable cooking tips, including how to use the whole ingredient (yes, even those "ugly" veggie bits!), and freeze leftovers to reduce waste in the kitchen. She’ll spill the beans on creative ways to cut down on food waste, save some dough, and make the most out of every meal. Mariah will inspire you to chop, freeze, and sauté your way to a greener kitchen!

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

Find Mariah on Instagram @RadicalRabbit_ 

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> This month, join local chef Mariah as she whips up a batch of sustainable cooking tips, including how to use the whole ingredient (yes, even those "ugly" veggie bits!), and freeze leftovers to reduce waste in the kitchen. She’ll spill the beans on creative ways to cut down on food waste, save some dough, and make the most out of every meal. Mariah will inspire you to chop, freeze, and sauté your way to a greener kitchen!

Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

Find Mariah on Instagram @RadicalRabbit_ 

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Urban Green Lab and Nashville Waste Services Buzzsprout-16127127 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0600 2406 6 full false Cycle in the City Cycle in the City In this month’s episode, ride along with Al as they share their individual journey in creating a queer-affirming bike club in Nashville and the benefits of taking sustainable actions with a community. They share tips and tricks for staying safe on Nashville roads and using our bikes longer to keep them out of the landfill. Their story will leave you ready to repair your bike and hit the Nashville roads on two wheels. Tune in and be inspired by the power of individual action!

Resources mentioned during the episode:

Find Al at @QueerSpokes.BC on Instagram

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> In this month’s episode, ride along with Al as they share their individual journey in creating a queer-affirming bike club in Nashville and the benefits of taking sustainable actions with a community. They share tips and tricks for staying safe on Nashville roads and using our bikes longer to keep them out of the landfill. Their story will leave you ready to repair your bike and hit the Nashville roads on two wheels. Tune in and be inspired by the power of individual action!

Resources mentioned during the episode:

Find Al at @QueerSpokes.BC on Instagram

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Urban Green Lab and Nashville Waste Services Buzzsprout-15926656 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -0500 2194 5 full false Litter in the City Litter in the City In this month's episode, join DJ as he shares how small actions like organizing litter cleanups and urbanism meetups can have a big impact. Urbanism is all about shaping our cities to make them more livable and connected. From cleaner streets to better public spaces, DJ reminds us that every *litter* bit counts to make Nashville neighborhoods clean and green. Tune in and be inspired by the power of individual action!

Resources mentioned during the episode:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> In this month's episode, join DJ as he shares how small actions like organizing litter cleanups and urbanism meetups can have a big impact. Urbanism is all about shaping our cities to make them more livable and connected. From cleaner streets to better public spaces, DJ reminds us that every *litter* bit counts to make Nashville neighborhoods clean and green. Tune in and be inspired by the power of individual action!

Resources mentioned during the episode:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Urban Green Lab and Zero Waste Nashville Buzzsprout-15697746 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -0500 2205 4 full false Repair in the City Repair in the City In this month’s episode, join repair enthusiast Blake Mohler as he dives into his favorite hobby—bringing broken items back to life. Whether it's a lamp that’s lost its light or a coffee machine that’s gone cold, Blake’s got a fix for it. He shares his favorite tricks and free resources to help you tackle your own repair projects. Plus, get ready for some fun stories about the people he’s met along his journey of "fixing." Tune in for Blake’s tips, tricks, and tales that will make you think twice before buying new.

Resources mentioned during the episode:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> In this month’s episode, join repair enthusiast Blake Mohler as he dives into his favorite hobby—bringing broken items back to life. Whether it's a lamp that’s lost its light or a coffee machine that’s gone cold, Blake’s got a fix for it. He shares his favorite tricks and free resources to help you tackle your own repair projects. Plus, get ready for some fun stories about the people he’s met along his journey of "fixing." Tune in for Blake’s tips, tricks, and tales that will make you think twice before buying new.

Resources mentioned during the episode:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Urban Green Lab and Zero Waste Nashville Buzzsprout-15582658 Tue, 20 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0500 2291 3 full false Compost in the City Compost in the City In this month's episode, join Ivan as he shares his journey into composting by offering tips and tricks to make it a fun and engaging activity for the whole family. Don’t miss out on his insights and experiences in keeping food scraps out of the trash and turning them into valuable compost.

Resources mentioned during the episode:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> In this month's episode, join Ivan as he shares his journey into composting by offering tips and tricks to make it a fun and engaging activity for the whole family. Don’t miss out on his insights and experiences in keeping food scraps out of the trash and turning them into valuable compost.

Resources mentioned during the episode:

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Urban Green Lab and Zero Waste Nashville Buzzsprout-15420757 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0500 2370 2 full false Podcast in the City Podcast in the City Welcome to the Sustainable in the City Podcast! In this introduction episode, Allie and Karissa talk about the transition from a webinar to a podcast and their individual sustainability journeys.   

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Welcome to the Sustainable in the City Podcast! In this introduction episode, Allie and Karissa talk about the transition from a webinar to a podcast and their individual sustainability journeys.   

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Urban Green Lab and Zero Waste Nashville Buzzsprout-15124416 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1573 1 full false Trailer: Welcome to Sustainable in the City! Trailer: Welcome to Sustainable in the City! Welcome to the Sustainable in the City Podcast!

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

]]> Welcome to the Sustainable in the City Podcast!

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Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
Producer: Simone Chhut
Music: Draped Apes

Contact Sustainable in the City!
Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

Learn More
Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org

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