The Green Info Urban Style Podcast

Green Info Urban Style just dropped its new Video Podcast Collage, and it captures exactly what this platform is building: real voices, real impact, and real community connection. This release is more than a visual. It is a statement of growth, purpose, and momentum. GIUS continues to shine a light on meaningful conversations around sustainability, innovation, and community leadership. Tap in, wat...

Green Info Urban Style drops another great spotlight this time  Andy McDowell, Manager of Sustainability at the Detroit Zoo, in a conversation that speaks directly to Detroit sustainability, environmental leadership, community impact, and southeast Michigan sustainability. This episode takes a closer look at how the Detroit Zoo is turning sustainability into action. From innovative environmental p...

Green Info Urban Style is proud to feature Daryl Peguese, an experienced business owner, entrepreneur, community volunteer, and former sales executive whose work reflects the power of business development, marketing leadership, technology solutions, and entrepreneur coaching. With more than 25 years of experience in information technology, marketing, and sales, Daryl Peguese has built a strong rep...

Green Info Urban Style is proud to feature two impactful leaders from Green Living Science, Natalie Jakub, and Curtis Schabath, in a conversation centered on Detroit sustainability, environmental justice, zero waste, and community education. Natalie Jakub has been a committed force in Detroit’s sustainability movement since 2013. Her journey from AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer Coordinator to Executive...

Join Green Info Urban Style (GIUS) as we present Darrell D. Marshall, Ph. D., CEO and Co-Founder of Total Analysis Inc., an NSF-supported bio surveillance startup focused on rapid detection to help prevent disease spread. A Detroit native with a Ph. D. in Bioanalytical Chemistry, Dr. Marshall is helping lead a new frontier in public health innovation. Total Analysis is developing a portable, AI-po...

GIUS Spotlight: Tepfirah Rushdan, Sustainability Director for the City of Detroit. Join Green Info Urban Style (GIUS) as we sit down with Tepfirah Rushdan, a longtime environmental activist now serving in city government. We talk about her transition into the role, what her office is focused on right now, and why sustainability is not a “nice to have,” it is a quality-of-life issue for every Detro...

GIUS is back in full motion, and we want everybody to be part of the movement. Join Green Info Urban Style (GIUS) as we present Sarah McCall, MBA, a Relationship Architect (Resource Influencer) focused on bridging sustainability gaps by connecting people, ideas, and resources across sectors. Sarah served as the Administrator for Sustainable Business Network Detroit (SBND) from 2022 to 2026, helpin...

Join Green Info Urban Style as we celebrity ThermoVerse bright future. ThermoVerse is building behind-the-meter thermal storage that helps modernize buildings and transform the grid-edge by reducing peak HVAC energy loads without comfort tradeoffs. Their mission is simple and serious: keep the HVAC system off most of the time while keeping utility bills low. By significantly reducing peak HVAC dem...

Detroit is building the future in real time, and Stephan McBride is one of the people doing the work. On Green Info Urban Style, we are spotlighting Stephan McBride of McBride Management LLC, a contractor and building scientist focused on sustainable development, clean energy, energy efficiency, and healthier spaces. From Detroit to Chicago and beyond, Stephan is helping move projects from idea to...

Jay Penfil is the solar guy you want in your corner. Jay consults with a variety of solar panel companies, which means he can help you compare real options, ask the right questions, and avoid the “one size fits all” pitch. If you are a homeowner, a church, a small business, or a property manager looking at solar, Jay brings experience, clarity, and a straight talk approach that makes the decision...

If you love your clothes, treat them like they matter. Andrea Fields is building something different in laundry care, she is not just selling cleaning products, she is teaching people how to preserve, protect, and extend the life of the clothes and textiles they already own. Think fewer ruined items, fewer “one wear then toss” moments, and more confidence that your favorites stay looking right. Pi...

In this episode, we have a dynamic conversation with Ian La Belle, owner of La Belle Auto Detailing, LLC.  Ian has a completely innovative approach to auto detailing, using only natural products, concentrates, recyclable glass and other non-toxic materials to provide environmental friendly, non-hazardous auto detailing products.  Ian has experience in auto event marketing and has worked in other a...

This episode features two leaders in the apparel, textile and manufacturing industries.  Amanda Sweet is the founder of The ReVamp, a quarterly clothing swap festival that moves over 10,000 pounds of clothing at each event.  The ReVamp brings the community together to not only help recycle clothing, but also to create community involvement and awareness.  Milton Putman is the founder and CEO of Co...

In this episode, we talk with members of the team at Walker-Miller Energy Services:  Sheila Strickland, Program Coordinator of the DTE Diverse Contractor Incubator Program, Elizabeth Russell, Program Manager of the DTE Diverse Contractor Incubator Program, and Dan Ringo, Senior Vice President of Market Development Initiatives at Walker-Miller.  They discuss the Incubator program, their partnership...

This episode features our interview with Robert Mattler, J.D., founder of Green Portfolio Solutions, LLC, and C-PACE Partner/Advocate for commercial properties.  His mission is to help communities, developers and individuals with obtaining resources to renovate and/or improve commercial properties for green energy and energy improvements, utilizing the assistance that C-PACE offers.  Check out his...

This episode features Gary Ringer, founder and CEO of Eco-Environmental Solutions, the company he has created to eradicate abandoned, blighted and fire damaged properties in urban communities throughout Metro Detroit.  Gary spent 23 years as a firefighter for the City of Detroit, and has experience with developing solutions for environmental health disparities and contributing to environmental jus...

In this episode, we have an enlightening conversation with Olga Schmidt, President of Creative Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing attention to the global climate crisis, on an international level.  With volunteers from 180 countries around the world, the aim is to increase climate awareness worldwide for the advancement of freedom and democracy around the world, and increase...

This episode features our conversation with Darren Riley, founder and CEO of JustAir Solutions, a comprehensive air quality management platform that provides quality-assured data and insights, universal air monitoring, network management and tools for community engagement regarding air quality.  Listen to Darren's fascinating story, and follow us today!! To learn more about JustAir, contact Darren...

In this episode, we talk with Belinda Barnes, founder of Green Beings Recycling, a company that specializes in recycling services in handling of non-hazardous materials for commercial and industrial buildings.  Belinda's vision is to have a well rounded approach for handling these materials, and partner with local material recovery facilities to provide a "start-to-finish" service model for her bu...

Our latest episode features our conversation with Robert Jackson, Executive Director of The RESTART Program, which consists of retired engineers, scientists, technicians, administrators, researchers and teachers, who are dedicated to moving Michigan's manufacturing sector towards a low carbon future, through encouraging industry and businesses to request on-site technical assistance.  Listen to th...

With this episode, Robert and Jason have a lively conversation with Ang Adamiak, Executive Director of Arts & Scraps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to utilizing reused materials and educational resources to promote environmentalism, creativity and education equity in the city of Detroit.  Listen to her story and learn more about Arts & Scraps!  To find out more, contact Ang at adamiak...

This episode features our interview with Robert Foster from Michigan Saves, a nonprofit greenbank organization whose members are real estate contractors dedicated to energy efficiency in all aspects of real estate properties.  Robert shares his expertise and experience with us, so tune in and find out more!!! Contact Robert at:  rfoster@michigansaves.org Michigan Saves website:  https://michigansa...

Our latest episode features Shaker Manns, C.E.M., CEO of Eskay Holdings, LLC, and Flintstone Construction, LLC.  His expertise centers in construction, renewable energy, and community development.  Find out more about his story during this episode, and contact him at eskayholdingsllc@gmail.com

This episode features our conversation with Kendra Paul, CEO of SkillSet Construction and Landscaping.  She has a varied amount of experience in not just real estate, but also trucking and transportation as well.  Learn more about her background and her work by listening to her story, and visit her website at https://skillsetcl.co Contact via email at:  skillset10@gmail.com

In this episode, we talk with Emmanuel Williams and Susan McCrary of Williams Family Gardening.  They discuss growing up in the Detroit area and learning about gardening, farming and sustainability.  Take a listen, and to find out more about their efforts, contact them via email at williamsfamilygardening@gmail.com