This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark join the giant communal efforts behind “Burning Man” with all around fun generator, Athena Demos. Get ready, Playa One, cuz live events are going virtual. It’s the new reality! Athena has been involved in Burner activism for years, and you won’t want to miss our exploration into how, through clever problem-solving, Athena is integrating a VR experience with the festival we all know and love. Her group is having a blast in this new entertainment arena, but they’re also building sustainable platforms for the community. “Burning Man” is more than just an event. It’s a collection of stories, and we’re proud to celebrate the people like Athena who are educating the public about new ways to interact with it.

Please visit https://burnersphere.com to get connected, literally and communally.

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark discuss modular sets and more with Set Construction Manager Joe Madziak, the man behind the magic for the last five seasons of “Suits” and many other TV shows! Come with us and journey through the rich history of set construction, and get ready for some iconic stories behind-the-scenes of your favorite TV shows! The industry is certainly changing, and while designers had more power back in the day, some positive changes are occurring as well. It’s way safer, because you wouldn’t believe the places those crews used to rig, and it’s also way more sustainable. There’s lots of work still to do, but people like Joe have embraced environmental responsibility and saved their producers money in the process. Reusing set pieces is the key! Our next step is to collaborate on reuse opportunities at the local level. Join us by demanding your favorite production companies take this seriously. It’s cool to reuse!

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark celebrate the return of a previous guest, the filmmaker of all trades, Robert Diaz LeRoy! The gang gets candid about how the industry and the world need to act. It’s Robert’s estimation that we can be a part of the problem, landscape, or solution. Turning a blind eye to environmental dangers caused by our misuse of power is ignorance incarnate, and Robert is trailblazing in the industry to make a difference. On the upcoming show “Dark Gospels,” the mystery surrounding the death of a possessed girl is dissected, and those involved must face the consequences of their actions. Robert’s facing the consequences of our collective lifestyle and pushing for sustainability (aka: dynamic equilibrium) on his sets. “Dark Gospels” went indie in order to maintain an impressive amount of sustainability, and we could not be more excited about how he approaches his work. Climate change is as real as the stars we see up above, and we see Robert leading all of us into a more sustainable age.

Check out our first ever YouTube episode with Robert. This was when we started, and the team was still figuring out “the Tie-In.” - https://youtu.be/u4hRlqNyhq0?si=RqRjuVQ77EbR9Y1a

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark get curious with show-runner and Livable Communities Initiative Co-Founder, Lindsay Sturman. Working on set helped Lindsay learn how to seek innovative solutions and encourage others to do the same. She and everyone in her organization wants the LA community to feel good when they walk down the street. One of their many plans is to increase walkability in the many gorgeous historic main streets, and keeping all generations protected from vehicles is their primary goal. We all have to get our coffee stroll in somehow, so it may as well be done safely. Bikes are the one thing that closes the gap between walking and a car, and we think, especially with the advent of cargo bikes, that they’re the happiest mode of transportation.

Check out Lindsay’s awesome podcast, “Bike Talk” - https://biketalk.org

You can also keep track of, and get involved with, the Livable Communities Initiative by visiting their website here: https://www.livablecommunitiesinitiative.com

We recommend watching this episode on YouTube so you can engage with the visual component of our conversation: https://youtube.com/@the-tie-in?si=rUHpooyajyNpmYn2

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark touch base with the e-waste management and sustainability dynamic duo that is Allison Elvove, Local 600 Sustainability Committee Western Region Chair, and Alex Coyle, Western Region Member (@icglocal600). Their work involves much more than making sure studio cameras capture all the images we love to watch in post. They’re hosting panels with organizations like NAB Show (https://cloud.e.nabshow.com/2025/) and leading the camera department’s union by educating them on how the department as a whole contributes to sustainability. Understanding what your jobs have to do with sustainability is going a step beyond planting trees or picking up trash, and we admire the forethought and effort people like Alex and Allison exert in going there. It will take the entire entertainment community to make the best possible future happen, and including sustainability in the conversation before shooting will help avoid potentially hazardous practices down the production road.

Let’s empower film crew members and the world by spreading the word! Please visit the Local 600 sustainability website to see how you can get involved.

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark discuss what it takes to create sustainability in the live music industry from the fabulously famous Amy Morrison, leader of the “Music Sustainability Alliance” (@msa.action). MSA is mobilizing the industry to change its operations and use its platform for cultural impact. Amy’s talent for forging connections and invigorating existing systems, instead of reinventing the wheel, has led to a return to grassroots efforts in the scene. By understanding the economics behind who drives the language, we can elevate creative groups working in sustainability. It’s all about education, proving facts, debunking myths, and getting motivated activists the materials they need to thrive. Amy has helped accomplish all those things and more, but we can’t stop now. Help us help her and the other sustainably savvy individuals on her team by spreading word about their cause. Like, subscribe, and support the work of artists who support sustainability.

You can follow Amy’s efforts by joining the MSA through their website: https://www.musicsustainability.org

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This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark talk about climate communications with the CEO of “Ecodeo” (@ecodeo), Liz Rubin, a true talent who is also one of our good friends! Listen in and learn about the reality of eco-products and more. The truth is, eco-corporations can become so focused on building that they forget to communicate. “Green hushing” is real, and it’s through organizations like “Ecodeo” that we bring the visibility that’s necessary to generate the right capital. If we can achieve this, those working in sustainability would feel less pressure. Help us amplify existing content that centers around or even features sustainability, and please share this podcast wherever you can.

Please visit their website and follow their phenomenal work, just like we’re going to do: https://ecodeo.co

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Summarizing 2024 and our interviews, key themes, and teasers for 2025

This week on “The Tie-In,” Zena and Mark chat about some memorable moments from our season one interviews and experiences. From early interviews like our Coachella convo with Ken Deans, to learning about what it takes to bring sustainability to fiction with authors Steve Willis and Genevieve Hilton, there are too many enriching moments to list them all. We are looking forward to 2025, and “the Tie-In” team couldn’t be more excited about the possibilities! There’s a ton to look forward to, including, but not limited to, a great share of innovative ideas with the iconic Amy Morrison from the MSA and a live podcast at SXSW in Zena’s home state, Texas!

We appreciate everyone who has shown their support as we’ve tried to grow our podcast for the good of all those who seek sustainability onscreen, onstage, and beyond. The best holiday gift would be a five star review, so take a moment to do so if you’re feeling those “good cheer” vibes. We wish you all the best in the coming days, and just know, in the fight to preserve our planet, you’re never alone. See you in season two!

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