ThinkBamboo Podcast - the ultimate video podcast for everything related to regeneration with bamboo

Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.44, live from the #EKAWA Bamboo Lab Workshop in Colombia. Join JJ from ThinkBamboo as he presents "Setting Bamboo Free," exploring the extensive uses and benefits of bamboo. Engage in a dynamic 50-minute session with participants, delving into the global bamboo market, bamboo’s role as an ecosystem service provider, and its applications in agriculture, textil...

Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.43, live from the #EKAWA Bamboo Lab Workshop in Colombia. Join JJ from ThinkBamboo as he presents "Setting Bamboo Free," exploring the extensive uses and benefits of bamboo. Engage in a dynamic 50-minute session with participants, delving into the global bamboo market, bamboo’s role as an ecosystem service provider, and its applications in agricultu...

Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.42 with Melvin Kolk, founder of  @bamboobuilds  with the mission to educate Dutch-speaking individuals about #bamboo. Discover Melvin's journey from studying architecture to pioneering modern bamboo furniture and launching the #BambooBuilds Academy. Gain insights into the innovative courses designed by Melvin and his girlfriend Britt, aimed at transformin...

Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.41 with Amy Villanueva, co-founder of the Kawayan Collective in Negros Oriental, Philippines. Discover how this employee-owned cooperative is transforming bamboo into sustainable homes for Filipinos. Amy shares the Kawayan Collective’s journey from a sole proprietorship to a thriving cooperative, their innovative construction techniques, and the support they&...

Tune into the # ThinkBamboo Podcast , Ep.40 with Anand and Diederik, the co-organizers of the Dutch Bamboo Symposium in Rooterdam "Bouw met Bamboe." Discover their inspiring journey working with bamboo, from hands-on projects in India to pioneering bamboo construction in Europe. Gain insights into their collaborative efforts and the vibrant Dutch Bamboo Community they are building, spann...

Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.39, with Dr. Koojo Charles Amooti from Kontiki Bamboo in Uganda, a company dedicated to the full spectrum of bamboo product manufacturing. Explore the fascinating world of bamboo as Charles discusses products from toothpicks and skewers to blinds and biochar. Learn how Kontiki Bamboo integrates sustainability and circular economy principles across their opera...

Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.38, as JJ sits down with Edouard Sherwood from #CobraTex, a startup revolutionizing bamboo in composite materials. Expand your knowledge of bamboo fiber composites, specifically Bamboo Continuous Strip Fiber Composites. From sports equipment to airplane components, uncover the diverse range of products revolutionizing industry standards. Gain valuable insight...

Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.37, as JJ sits down with Nicholas Kaspareck, co-founder and CEO of Casa Congo, to discuss their mission to empower local communities through sustainable KuNa bamboo housing. Nicholas shares insights on their innovative bamboo adobe panel system, the development of local bamboo supply chains, funding strategies for sustainable development projects, and their p...

Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.36, as JJ sits down with of Alex, Bamboo International managing director, highlights the company's vision for a financially sustainable bamboo industry, emphasizing collaboration and circular production methods. He discusses challenges and innovations in upcycling bamboo waste, including fire-resistant boards and structural engineered bamboo beams. Alex e...

In Ep.35 of the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, host JJ talks with Chris Wiesbeck, a passionate bamboo builder from Bavaria. They discuss his project using bamboo for skate park sunshades and his experience at the European Bamboo Expo. Chris emphasizes the need for more community-driven projects and stronger bamboo construction guidelines in Europe. He also mentions his work in Abu Dhabi and bamboo's po...

In Ep.34 of the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, host JJ speaks with Paulino Botao, a bamboo enthusiast from Mozambique, now living in Germany. They discuss Paulino's Bamboo Construction Kit, his three-hectare experimental bamboo plantation in Mozambique, and his collaboration with academic institutions. Paulino highlights the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing in advancing the bamboo indu...

Christoph Dieckhans discusses in the Ep.33 of the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, his master thesis on a Bamboo Construction Education Center in Ghana, highlighting the vision for a modular Bamboo Construction Kit and international collaboration through the Bamboo Seminar. He emphasizes the significance of interdisciplinary efforts and aims to spread the 'bamboo virus' while developing sustainable c...

Ep.32 - The Journey of a Young El Savadorian Architect turned Bamboo Student and Grass Bender. ThinkBamboo - Bryan Cano - jaraguah | https://www.thinkbamboo.org/2024/04/15/new-horizons-from-architect-to-eco-pioneer-a-bamboo-visionarys-odyssey/ - [00:01] Introduction and Background [03:03] Building the First Cabin [10:58] Implementing Bamboo Construction [15:07] Visiting Colombia for Inspiration [3...

Ep.31 of the Next Generation #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Jane, formerly a student at The RheinMain University of Applied Sciences, delves into her bamboo journey. Through her experiences, Jane illuminates the transformative potential of bamboo in sustainable construction practices, offering invaluable insights into building materials and shaping a greener future. - [00:01] Introduction and Background [0...

Ep.30 of the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Sean Jackson, the visionary behind Tru-FitForma ("True Fit Form") start-up, takes center stage. Sean unpacks the myriad advantages of bamboo fiber, spotlighting its sustainable allure and water efficiency. Tune in as this entrepreneur navigates through the fabric of Tru-FitForma's journey, weaving together threads of innovation, perfect fit, and env...

In the 29th episode of the Next Generation #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Silvanus, a former exchange student at The RheinMain University of Applied Sciences in Germany, delves into his bamboo journey. https://www.thinkbamboo.org/2024/03/22/embracing-destiny-silvanus-bamboo-journey-from-namibia-to-germany/ - [00:01] Introduction and Background [00:42] Studying Architecture in Namibia and Germany [03:23] At...

In the 28th episode of the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Everest Holmes from National Bamboo delves into bamboo's pivotal role in soil regeneration. With expertise in unraveling the intricate dynamics between microorganisms and plant vitality, Everest offers invaluable insights crucial for fostering genuine organic agricultural practices | - The following chapters cover a range of topics from bamboo&#...

The 27th episode of the #ThinkBamboo Podcast is a update with ekawa founders Elle and Sergio directly from within their Jungle Lab in Colombia. We discuss the upcoming 5th Generation Three Week long RETREAT WORKSHOP of sculptural Bamboo architecture! - [00:00] ekawa's upcoming event, 5th Generation, in July [02:49] Three-week workshop immerses participants in nature and alternative lifestyle....

Explore the 26th episode of the ThinkBamboo Podcast and step into the creative mind of visionary Bamboo Artist, Holland. As the Creative Director of Culm-Innate Studio in Vietnam, Holland shares his journey as a Bamboo Designer, Contractor, Installation Artist, and Art Teacher, making this episode a captivating dive into the world of bamboo from a artistic point of view. - [00:00] Introduction to...

International development NPO collaborate and Establish a Bamboo Training Center in Ghana, Africa. - Welcome to the 25th ThinkBamboo Podcast ! In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Rabea Schürmann, co-founder of the nonprofit organization GROW Colourful Ghana e. V., as they actively work with bamboo in Ghana, Africa. Join us as we explore their mission to establish a Bamboo Train...

In this ThinkBamboo Podcast's 24th episode, we had the privilege of chatting with Lorena Nolte, a Peruvian "Bamboo Architect Extraordinaire" residing in Germany. Our talk revolved around her unique approach to bamboo construction, harmoniously blending ancient Peruvian building wisdom with modern European design values. She passionately champions bamboo as a regenerative, sustainable...

#thinkbamboo Podcast : Se.1, Ep.23 -- Shanti, Bamboo Leaf Tea | https://www.thinkbamboo.org/2023/10/08/bamboo-and-silica-the-dynamic-duo-of-life-regeneration/ - Welcome to the ThinkBamboo #Podcast! In this episode we talk with Shanti, about the many health benefits of bamboo and of the bamboo silica [00:00] Shanti's journey to becoming a Bamboo expert and her work at Walt Disney [02:53] Bamboo...

22nd episode of the ThinkBamboo Podcast, we talk with James Wolf, who kickstarted bamboo flooring in 1995 and has since made significant contributions to the bamboo industry across Vietnam, Japan, USA, Bali and Costa Rica. His +30 years of extensive experience includes collaborations with renowned organizations and ventures, including Bamboo Living, Bamboo Pure, Green School, IBUKU, Boo Bicycles,...

21st episode of the ThinkBamboo Podcast, a special episode, where we pick the brain of Juan Pablo Martinez, the founder of  Wübu  Bamboo in Guatemala. Today we exclusively spoke about his latest WUBU Bamboo: Agroforestry Product Forecast   Vision.   We previously recorded a ThinkBamboo Podcast #2 learning about his Bamboo Ventures. I also met with Juan Pablo this year at the  EuropeanBambooExpo ....

20th episode of the https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ Podcast, we talk with Oswald Wieser, who founded in the year 2015 SmartGrassBicycles in Germany. We discuss tailor made bamboo bicycles, history, building bamboo bikes around the globe, the challenge of repairing, unique Characteristics and the future. Welcome to the ThinkBamboo Podcast ! In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Oswald...