# episode take look (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover episode take look. Page: Feed: --- ## [Episode 416 \[From Our Archives\] Reminders Omnibus](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-416-From-Our-Archives-Reminders-Omnibus-e3ne0eq) _2026-08-14 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ We dust off an old Omnibus Episode about one of Alex's most powerful features, Reminders! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/124239770/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-14%2F86b147b5-d558-f459-7d0f-e3a510b1a631.mp3) ## [Episode 415 A-Lady Plus Goes Down Under and Alarm Jingles!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-415-A-Lady-Plus-Goes-Down-Under-and-Alarm-Jingles-e3n30re) _2026-08-06 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ As of August 6th Alexa Plus is rolling out in Australia, we talk about some interesting stats in Amazon's Blong Post about the rollout. And we also chat a bit about setting custom jingles to whatever you want for Alarms. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/123879726/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-6%2F919e3140-4a8f-de44-d428-0b5ca10ae7b1.mp3) ## [Episode 414 A-Lady Plus Goes to Brazil!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-414-A-Lady-Plus-Goes-to-Brazil-e3movb2) _2026-07-30 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ We discuss a recent press release from Amazon and questions around the Fire TV HD Stick. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/123550498/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-30%2F8803dee9-1d8f-c143-6dd9-2458ef77e074.mp3) ## [Episode 413 Donate to Get Blue! and Listening to Ocean Waves!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-413-Donate-to-Get-Blue--and-Listening-to-Ocean-Waves-e3mh2mr) _2026-07-25 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ This episode highlights a recently announced way to donate to Water.org via Alexa. We also take a look at Ambient Sounds again. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/123291803/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-25%2F4f40012b-8abd-9ce9-b654-58bbdc13a534.mp3) ## [Episode 412 What's New with Routines!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-412-Whats-New-with-Routines-e3m73ga) _2026-07-17 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ In this episode we take a deep dive into the Routines feature in the Alexa App. We look at the pre-made routine templates and other new features. In particular we take a lookk at editing a routine and the various options you have for triggers and actions when setting up a routine from scratch. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/122964938/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-17%2Fec608e2c-52c6-480e-aa97-83388929ead2.mp3) ## [Episode 411 \[From Our Archives\] A-Lady Plus and Personality Styles!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-411-From-Our-Archives-A-Lady-Plus-and-Personality-Styles-e3lt1c2) _2026-07-10 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ We revisit an archive episode dealing with the new Personality Style options connected with Alexa Plus. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/122635074/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-10%2F15831a57-be18-9118-0c2b-b301980d39de.mp3) ## [207: Why Table Salt Isn’t Real Salt (And the Desert Salt That Is) with Samantha Skyring](https://mamaearthtalk.com/207) _2026-07-06 · Mama Earth Talk_ TL;DR In this episode, we talk to Samantha Skyring, founder of Oryx Desert Salt. She grew up in South Africa, built and sold an aviation refurbishment business by 21, ran a kayaking expedition company on Lake Malawi, and eventually sold her house to buy 34 tons of Kalahari Desert salt with no business plan, just conviction. Today Oryx Desert Salt is stocked in Whole Foods, Amazon, and retailers… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/41ad8155-c1d6-40af-9252-ea33df515e86.mp3) ## [Episode 410 \[From Our Archives\] Gemini on the Google Smart Speaker!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-410-From-Our-Archives-Gemini-on-the-Google-Smart-Speaker-e3lj3ea) _2026-07-02 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ We delve into our archives, to take a look at my first impressions of Gemini on the Nest Mini. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/122309514/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-2%2Ff448916b-da2e-a73d-5d0c-22016ef811c6.mp3) ## [Episode 409 New Google Smart Speaker!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-409-New-Google-Smart-Speaker-e3lb5bu) _2026-06-27 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ We discuss the all-new Google Smart Speark, with Gemini! # Attribution Show: (DTNS) Daily Tech news Show - Episode 5296 URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnFFpSo7xpI Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/122049342/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-27%2Fced8d503-c8a4-5c4a-d7fa-56b48749e850.mp3) ## [Episode 408 Prime Day Deals! Bose Speakers, Echo Dot Max, and More!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-408-Prime-Day-Deals--Bose-Speakers--Echo-Dot-Max--and-More-e3l16ak) _2026-06-19 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ In this episode we take a look at the upcoming Prime Day and what you should look for, deal wise. Also, we take a look at the all-new Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speakers with Alexa Plus. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/121722644/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-19%2F4c79f507-d7d4-7e4a-d31c-3a39f72f15b5.mp3) ## [Crypto Payments, No Custody (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/LO8n5gSyn6Uk) _2026-06-19 · **Sponsored**_ Send crypto to merchant wallets via API with real-time updates and automatic fees. ## [Episode 407 \[From Our Archives\] 5 Things You Need to Know About A-Lady Plus!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/echo-tips/episodes/Episode-407-From-Our-Archives-5-Things-You-Need-to-Know-About-A-Lady-Plus-e3km6em) _2026-06-11 · David Ward · Echo Tips_ We dust off an Archive episode, that seemed timely, with all the new folks around the world getting access to A-Lady Plus for the first time. Enjoy, these 5 items you need to know about. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/30cade8/podcast/play/121362326/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-11%2Fc562f38d-cf2f-7ab0-ddbb-6b1d59d95cbd.mp3) ## [206: Solving the Global Water Crisis for Just 30 Cents with Kurt Avery](https://mamaearthtalk.com/206) _2026-05-04 · Mama Earth Talk_ In this episode, we talk to Kurt Avery. He is the owner and founder of Sawyer Products and someone who has dedicated his life to solving one of the world’s most urgent challenges, access to clean water, through innovation, partnerships, and a business model that gives back by donating 90% of their profits in a truly powerful way. During this episode, we explore the global water crisis and how one… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c69525d8-dabf-44bd-b82e-348bbf86c6c5.mp3) ## [205: Earth Month: Small Steps, Big Impact (Plus a Special Gift for You!) with Mariska Nell](https://mamaearthtalk.com/205) _2026-04-06 · Mama Earth Talk_ In this episode, I share why Earth Month holds such a special place in my heart, how a bold experiment in 2018 sparked meaningful conversations around waste, and why sustainability doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We explore how small, realistic steps can create real impact, and I also share an exciting Earth Month announcement to help you get started on your journey. Timestamps to relevant points… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/57440fe4-70f5-48cb-833c-677f302745cb.mp3) ## [204: What It Really Takes to Build a Sustainable Product (From a Bootstrapped Founder)](https://mamaearthtalk.com/204) _2026-03-02 · Mama Earth Talk_ In this episode, I shares the real story behind building a sustainable hard-goods brand in the pet industry, unpacking the engineering, manufacturing, certification, and financial trade-offs that most people never see. From design constraints and material decisions to B Corp, 1% for the Planet, and sustainability reporting, this is an honest founder-level look at what it actually takes to balance… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/572a975d-8f24-45d7-b7b0-6a128d9c8bc3.mp3) ## [203: It’s Not Just Toilet Paper: The Hidden Cost of Everyday Products (and What to Do Instead) with Sahar Karoubi](https://mamaearthtalk.com/203) _2026-02-02 · Mama Earth Talk_ In this episode of Mama Earth Talk, we talk to Sahar Karoubi, founder of Bambuyu, a sustainable tissue company challenging the way everyday household products are made and consumed. Together, we unpack something most of us use daily, toilet paper, and explore the hidden systems behind it, from deforestation and material sourcing to the real impact of “eco” alternatives. Sahar shares how her… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/67a2398d-7ac4-4163-847e-6c80d766997d.mp3) ## [202: How to Build a Sustainable Wardrobe with Julia Dietmar, Co-Founder of OpenWardrobe.](https://mamaearthtalk.com/202) _2026-01-05 · Mama Earth Talk_ In this episode, we chat with Julia Dietmar, Co-Founder and CEO of OpenWardrobe, a platform helping people use what they already own and make smarter fashion choices. Julia shares how a messy closet sparked her sustainability journey, how OpenWardrobe helps digitize closets and plan outfits with AI, and why the most sustainable choice is wearing what you already have. We also explore her Style… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/35f36cc7-5ab1-4cd2-b91b-27b4e72bc5cc.mp3) ## [201: Plant-Based Holiday Tips with Molly Patrick: Simple, Joyful, and Sustainable Eating for You and Mama Earth](https://mamaearthtalk.com/201) _2025-12-01 · Mama Earth Talk_ In this episode, we talk to Molly Patrick, — co-founder & CEO of Clean Food Dirty Girl, certified life coach, and straight-talking expert in whole-food, plant-based eating. Molly shares her unconventional roots, why progress beats perfection, and specific ways to add joyful, plant-powered dishes to your holiday table. During this episode, Molly shares how her off-grid upbringing shaped a lifelong… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2f1e1258-7ef3-4bb4-8282-7740a3c0f53a.mp3) ## [200: Embrace your Ideas: The world needs you, celebrating our 200th episode.](https://mamaearthtalk.com/200) _2025-11-03 · Mama Earth Talk_ In this conversation, Mariska emphasizes the importance of sharing unique ideas and stories, highlighting that the world needs diverse voices rather than a few perfect examples. She advocates for embracing imperfection, especially in the context of sustainability, and encourages listeners to trust in the value of their contributions. Our 200th episode, we could not have done this withouth everyone… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a6a1e406-d82e-4bb5-b67c-db4cc8b568fd.mp3) ## [199: Beyond Box-Ticking: Building Trust and Impact with Jim Massey](https://mamaearthtalk.com/199) _2025-10-06 · Mama Earth Talk_ In this episode, we talk to Jim Massey. He is the best-selling author of Trust in Action and the soon-to-be-released Risk in Action . He’s also the founder of Eastward, a company rethinking how organizations see and act on risk. A former Chief Sustainability Officer at AstraZeneca and Zai Lab, Jim has spent his career helping leaders turn trust, ethics, and innovation into impact. During this… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5e692c71-7f92-467c-82cc-35af0a86b361.mp3) ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FSFcDKdnQnF3) _2025-10-06 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and start investing with low-cost global access. ## [198: Coffee Watch: A Mission for Change with Etelle Higonnet](https://mamaearthtalk.com/198) _2025-09-01 · Mama Earth Talk_ In this episode, we talk to Etelle Higonnet. She is the Founder & Director of Coffee Watch. A graduate of Yale Law School, she's an attorney and environmental and human rights activist. She previously worked at Mighty Earth, National Wildlife Federation, Greenpeace, Amnesty International, and Human Rights Watch, as well as two war crimes courts. She was knighted as a Chevalier de l'ordre national… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b9030854-bef4-4527-aa96-0ea504fb625e.mp3)