In this special episode, Jeff speaks with the author of “How to Buy Essentially Nothing for a Year,” Elizabeth Chai, about her story and path to minimalism. They discuss important topics like consumerism, usage, meaning, and what it means to live life well within your own frame of reference. Learn what ‘essential’ really means to you. 

The Social Impact Leader Podcast explores the ambitious world of change-makers through interviews with pioneers in business, sports, activism, and entertainment. Hosted by Jeff Shinabarger, founder of Plywood People - get curious about the balance between empathy and productivity. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, or simply curious about making a difference, this podcast will be your guide. 

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Edited By: DJ OP Diggy

Produced By: LaTasha Brown

Music By: DJ OP Diggy

In this special episode, Jeff speaks with the author of “How to Buy Essentially Nothing for a Year,” Elizabeth Chai, about her story and path to minimalism. They discuss important topics like consumerism, usage, meaning, and what it means to live life well within your own frame of reference. Learn what ‘essential’ really means to you.&nbsp;The Social Impact Leader Podcast explores the ambitious world of change-makers through interviews with pioneers in business, sports, activism, and entertainment. Hosted by Jeff Shinabarger, founder of Plywood People - get curious about the balance between empathy and productivity. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, or simply curious about making a difference, this podcast will be your guide.&nbsp;Follow Social Impact Leader:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.instagram.com/socialimpactleader" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">instagram.com/socialimpactleader</a><a href="http://www.socialimpactleader.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">socialimpactleader.com</a>Follow Plywood People:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.instagram.com/plywoodpeople" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">instagram.com/plywoodpeople</a><a href="http://www.plywoodpeople.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">plywoodpeople.com</a>Check out the book:<a href="https://www.buyessentiallynothing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.buyessentiallynothing.com</a>Follow Elizabeth:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/chaiamericano?igsh=aTNycW44bDR3NTM5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/chaiamericano?igsh=aTNycW44bDR3NTM5</a>This Podcast is brought to you by WABE. For more, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/the-social-impact-leader-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">wabe.org/podcasts/</a>Edited By: DJ OP DiggyProduced By: LaTasha BrownMusic By: DJ OP Diggy

The Social Impact Leader Podcast explores the ambitious world of change-makers through interviews with pioneers in business, sports, activism, and entertainment. Hosted by Jeff Shinabarger, founder of Plywood People - get curious about the balance between empathy and productivity. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, or simply curious about making a difference, this podcast will be your guide.

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