Sustainability has become a buzzword in the fashion industry and for a good reason. With climate change threats looming over our heads, it's crucial to explore eco-friendly alternatives. One such alternative is hemp, a versatile and sustainable material that's gaining a lot of attention. 

Welcome back to another episode of Good Smack for the Planet Podcast, with your host Cindy J. Lin joined by Bernardo Duque Carreira, Co-founder of 8000 Kicks, a sustainable shoe brand made from hemp. Bernardo shares his journey of developing sustainable shoes and the brand's commitment to transparency and ethical practices. 

Join us to learn more about this game-changing material and how it's revolutionizing the fashion industry!

Highlights:

(00:39) The Origin of the Name '8000 Kicks'

(02:12) What does 8OOO Kicks trying to Achieve in the Fashion Space?

(05:28) Why was hemp banned?

(07:53) Hemp: A Versatile and Strong Plant with a Global Industry

(12:33) Co-founding '8000 Kicks' with grandmother's textile experience

(17:08) Challenges of developing hemp-based shoes

(22:19) The hardest part of building a sustainable business? 

(24:20) 8000 kicks Sustainability and its customer database

(31:58) Greenwashing in Fashion Industry

Links:

Website: 8000Kicks - The Official Website

LinkedIn: Bernardo Duque Carreira - Founder and CEO - 8000Kicks

Instagram: Bernardo Duque Carreira (@bernardo.duquecarreira)