The Story of Stuff Community is full of problem solvers who’ve figured out solutions to a huge range of environmental and social problems, from too much packaging to too little community. Our new monthly podcast series, The Good Stuff, features interviews with inspiring activists, entrepreneurs, scientists and others who’ve succeeded in making change — from kids working to ban bottled water in their schools to communities creating zero waste plans to scientists redesigning chemical compounds to make them green and safe.

We’re producing these podcasts with input from community members like you, so submit your story ideas and make sure to let us know what you think after you’ve listened to the podcast. Enjoy!

Episode 1: Take THAT, plastic bags!

What do Northern California and Brownsville, Texas have in common? Join host Annie Leonard for an exploration of efforts to beat back the plastic bag attack.

Episode 2: One Cool Kid

What can one person do? A lot! Just ask Cole! At just 8-years old, he organized his schoolmates to take on KFC. Hear about how this Cole flexed his citizen muscle and inspired others to do the same.