The Palm Pod
Planting the seeds of change, one pod at a time. Join us at The Palm Pod for engaging discussions, expert insights, and industry updates on sustainable palm oil, guiding consumers and businesses to make better choices for the people, planet and prosperity. This podcast is brought to you by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) - a global partnership to make palm oil sustainable.
Episodes
13 episodes
Episode 13 - It Takes a Village: How Chester Became the World’s First Sustainable Palm Oil City — with Chester Zoo
Chester is a historic city in North West England, the United Kingdom, which has earned the title as the World’s first Sustainable Palm Oil City. This pioneering project was led by Chester Zoo to drive awareness, collaboration, and real change i...
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Episode 13
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24:22
Episode 12 - Roll for Credits: Understanding RSPO Independent Smallholder Credits with WWF and Nestlé
Did you know that when you buy products with the ‘RSPO Credits’ label, you can directly support smallholders through the purchase of RSPO Independent Smallholder (ISH) Credits? These ISH Credits have benefited thousand...
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Episode 12
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34:03
Episode 11 - The China Chapter: 10 Years of Sustainable Palm Oil
China is making significant strides toward sustainability, marked by its first shipment of RSPO Identity Preserved (IP) Certified Sustainable Palm Oil in 2024.In this special episode of The Palm Pod, we commemorate 10 years of R...
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Episode 11
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14:03
Episode 10 - Sustainable Palm Oil, Certified: What's Behind the RSPO Label
Whether it says RSPO Certified, Mixed, or Credits — the RSPO label helps consumers identify products made with Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO). These ecolabels aren’t just symbols; they represent a rigorous certification proce...
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Episode 10
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34:09
Episode 9 - From Jungle to Standards: Taking Conservation Beyond the Forest
Behind every sustainability success story are individuals working tirelessly to uphold regulations and standards. And behind every conservation effort are those who spend countless hours studying wildlife, monitoring habitats, and facing the re...
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Episode 9
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34:20
Episode 8 - Digging Deeper: Why Regenerative Agriculture Matters – with Wild Asia
Regenerative agriculture may hold the key to solving some of the world’s most critical agricultural challenges. By focusing on soil and plant health, it’s not only good for the planet—it’s also been shown to improve yields for RSPO Certified sm...
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Episode 8
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40:37
Episode 7 - Red Gold: The Cultural & Culinary Significance of Palm Oil in West Africa
Before the oil palm journeyed thousands of miles across the world, it was already a cherished treasure in the African region. For the people of Africa, palm oil is more than just a commodity—it is deeply woven into their history, culture, ident...
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Episode 7
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32:43
Episode 6 - HCV Talk: Can Palm Oil & Biodiversity Conservation Coexist? with HCVN
Ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, and biodiversity hotspots, are often portrayed as being in crisis in anti-palm oil campaigns, fueling calls for boycotts as a way to protect them. But can palm oil cultivation and broader conservation ef...
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Episode 6
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33:01
Episode 5 - The Missing Link? Youth & Their Role in Palm Oil Sustainability
Youth aren’t just the future—they are the present. While discussions on sustainable palm oil continue to expand, there remains a noticeable gap in youth awareness, Hosted by Fara Rom, this episode is Izzuddin Tuah, ...
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Episode 5
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21:08
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Episode 4 - Festive Footprints: Making Holidays Count
Get into the festive spirit with our special Holiday edition of The Palm Pod! This holiday season, we’re diving into the world of consumer choices and buying behaviour, exploring why it’s crucial to make informed decisions—especially d...
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Episode 4
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24:45
Episode 3 - The Mighty 40% (Smallholders)
The palm oil sector is often perceived as a "Big Boys' Game," dominated by large corporations controlling the global market. However, this narrative overlooks the significant contribution of independent farmers—smallholders—who account for appr...
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Episode 3
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25:57
