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Leathertainment on the go! Episode 5 | Why Leather Could Be the Eco-Friendly Choice

Leathertainment on the go! Episode 5 | Why Leather Could Be the Eco-Friendly Choice

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This is a collaboration video with Smit & Zoon, a leading leather chemical company based in the Netherlands. In this special episode of our Leathertainment podcast, we’re diving deep to help people understand leather better – its origin, sustainability, and all the misconceptions around it.In this episode, we explore the future of leather – how it’s positioned in the evolving world of conscious consumption, what the industry needs to do to reclaim its narrative, and why the story of leather deserves to be told. 🌿We discuss:✅ Why leather can be the sustainable choice – if we choose it mindfully✅ The role of consumers in shaping this future✅ The need for authentic storytelling from the industry to bridge the gap in knowledge✅ How the craft of leatherwork, once common, is at risk and why we should fight to preserve it✅ Surprising insights from vegan consumers and brands who are rethinking plastic-based “alternatives”✅ What’s next for leather: from composting at end-of-life to futuristic visions for humanity 🌱This is an episode for everyone who’s curious about leather’s place in a better world – and how our choices today shape that future.

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