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Do Beautiful Things

Welcome to Do Beautiful Things, a podcast hosted by Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful. In this podcast we will discuss ending litter, the truth behind recycling, and enhancing communities to create a more sustainable and beautiful future. Our engaging discussions are not just interviews; they are insightful conversations that illuminate the path to a greener tomorrow.

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Update frequency
every 20 days
Average duration
24 minutes
Episodes
29
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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Making Every Mile Shine: Mayor Holt's Vision for a More Beautiful Oklahoma City

Making Every Mile Shine: Mayor Holt's Vision for a More Beautiful Oklahoma City

In this episode of “Do Beautiful Things,” host Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful, sits down with Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt and Natalie Evans, Executive Director of OKC Be…

00:28:14  |   Fri 05 Sep 2025
Trash Bags, Civic Pride, and the Power of Showing Up: This Georgia Mayor Is Leading with Purpose

Trash Bags, Civic Pride, and the Power of Showing Up: This Georgia Mayor Is Leading with Purpose

In this episode of “Do Beautiful Things,” host Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful, sits down with Mayor Bianca Motley Broom of College Park, Georgia—a dynamic community at the …

00:20:02  |   Wed 30 Jul 2025
Paterson is Picking Up: How One NJ Mayor is Tackling Litter and Restoring Communities

Paterson is Picking Up: How One NJ Mayor is Tackling Litter and Restoring Communities

In this podcast episode of Do Beautiful Things, host Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful, spotlights the extraordinary impact of local leadership and civic pride in creating cle…

00:16:52  |   Tue 15 Jul 2025
Building a More Beautiful Future: Pennsylvania’s Role in America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration

Building a More Beautiful Future: Pennsylvania’s Role in America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration

In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, host Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful, highlights the incredible opportunity ahead as the United States approaches its 250th birthday …

00:25:14  |   Tue 01 Jul 2025
Planting Seeds of Service: Lucinda Robb on Family Legacy, Civic Engagement, and the Beauty That Builds Community

Planting Seeds of Service: Lucinda Robb on Family Legacy, Civic Engagement, and the Beauty That Builds Community

In this special Mother’s Day episode of the Do Beautiful Things podcast, host Jenny Lawson—President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful—celebrates the legacy and lasting impact of strong women: mother…

00:29:24  |   Fri 09 May 2025
Pollinator Power: How Native Plants Like Oaks and Milkweeds Keep Nature Buzzing

Pollinator Power: How Native Plants Like Oaks and Milkweeds Keep Nature Buzzing

In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, host Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful®, welcomes renowned ecologist, author, and co-founder of Homegrown National Park, Dr. Doug Talla…

00:22:10  |   Thu 01 May 2025
Reel it In for the Reefs: Saving Florida’s Reefs One Cleanup at a Time

Reel it In for the Reefs: Saving Florida’s Reefs One Cleanup at a Time

In this episode of “Do Beautiful Things,” host Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful, shines a spotlight on the extraordinary impact of local action and environmental stewardship …

00:18:24  |   Tue 22 Apr 2025
Trashercize and Education: Innovative Approaches to Litter Cleanup in Tennessee

Trashercize and Education: Innovative Approaches to Litter Cleanup in Tennessee

In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, Jenny Lawson talks with Missy Marshall, the Executive Director of Keep Tennessee Beautiful, a Keep America Beautiful state affiliate, to explore the impactful …

00:29:35  |   Fri 18 Apr 2025
NASA's LunaRecycle Challenge: Exploring Space Sustainability

NASA's LunaRecycle Challenge: Exploring Space Sustainability

In this thrilling episode of "Do Beautiful Things," hosts Jenny Lawson and Jennifer Edmunson take listeners on a journey beyond our planet, exploring the innovative LunaRecycle Challenge spearheaded …

00:22:35  |   Mon 07 Apr 2025
Breaking Down Barriers: What Holds Us Back from Picking Up Litter?

Breaking Down Barriers: What Holds Us Back from Picking Up Litter?

In this episode of the “Do Beautiful Things podcast,” Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful speaks with Wendy Salomon from The Harris Poll about their latest research on litter—co…

00:31:49  |   Thu 20 Mar 2025
Inside Cox Enterprises’ Commitment to Environmental Goals and Community Engagement

Inside Cox Enterprises’ Commitment to Environmental Goals and Community Engagement

In this episode of “Do Beautiful Things,” host Jenny Lawson sits down with Maury Wolfe, Vice President of Corporate Responsibility and Social Impact at Cox Enterprises, to discuss their award-winning…

00:28:33  |   Mon 02 Dec 2024
Mattress Recycling: Preventing Reusable Materials from Reaching Landfills

Mattress Recycling: Preventing Reusable Materials from Reaching Landfills

In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, host Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful, dives into an often-overlooked aspect of recycling: mattress recycling.

Joining us is Mike O'Do…

00:20:26  |   Mon 02 Dec 2024
The Future of Recycling: Consumer Misconceptions, Industry Challenges, and AI Technology

The Future of Recycling: Consumer Misconceptions, Industry Challenges, and AI Technology

In this episode of "Do Beautiful Things," host Jennifer Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful, dives into the critical role of recycling in sustainable living and explores the intricaci…

00:30:20  |   Fri 15 Nov 2024
Partnering for Sustainable Waterways: TVA and Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful Join the Greatest American Cleanup

Partnering for Sustainable Waterways: TVA and Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful Join the Greatest American Cleanup

In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, Jenny Lawson is joined by Kathleen Gibi of Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful and Michael McCall from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Together, they disc…

00:31:24  |   Tue 12 Nov 2024
Reducing Heart Disease with Trees: Louisville Tree Planting Project Shows Positive Results

Reducing Heart Disease with Trees: Louisville Tree Planting Project Shows Positive Results

In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, host Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful welcomes Dr. Aruni Bhatnagar from the University of Louisville to discuss the powerful connectio…

00:24:31  |   Wed 16 Oct 2024
Flying Green: United Airlines’ Journey Towards Sustainable Aviation

Flying Green: United Airlines’ Journey Towards Sustainable Aviation

Welcome back to "Do Beautiful Things," a podcast by Keep America Beautiful dedicated to inspiring action for a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable world.

In this episode, we are joined by Lauren R…

00:16:46  |   Thu 12 Sep 2024
The Rise of Secondhand Fashion: How Beni Makes Thrifting Easy

The Rise of Secondhand Fashion: How Beni Makes Thrifting Easy

Welcome to another episode of Do Beautiful Things™️! Today, host Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful®, is joined by a special guest who’s making waves in the world of fashion an…

00:17:05  |   Wed 03 Jul 2024
The Greening Effect: Reducing Gun Violence and Creating Safer Neighborhoods

The Greening Effect: Reducing Gun Violence and Creating Safer Neighborhoods

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the powerful and transformative work happening in Indianapolis. Our focus? How creating beautiful spaces can do more than just improve aesthetics—they can also…

00:27:35  |   Fri 31 May 2024
Is Recycling Worth It? Navigating the Challenges with The Recycling Partnership

Is Recycling Worth It? Navigating the Challenges with The Recycling Partnership

In this episode, Jenny talks with Keefe Harrison, CEO of The Recycling Partnership about their latest research and insights on residential recycling in the United States. Join us as we navigate the c…

00:23:13  |   Fri 03 May 2024
Fighting Litter with AI Technology: A Deep Dive into the Rubbish App

Fighting Litter with AI Technology: A Deep Dive into the Rubbish App

In this episode, we’re excited to bring you a special guest, Emin Israfil, CEO and co-founder of Rubbish, as we explore the innovative intersection of technology and environmental cleanup. We’ll hear…

00:20:18  |   Mon 08 Apr 2024
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