Alexa Speed, founder of Cut Off The Spigot, started out just like any other frustrated consumer, angry at money hungry corporations that will do anything for a dollar. Out of this frustration grew the opportunity to create real change, thus beginning the story of her platform. Through Cut Off The Spigot, Speed shares alternatives for all categories of badly behaving corporations. To learn more about Alexa Speed and Cut Off The Spigot, read on.
Read MoreProtesting has been an incredibly effective way of expression in the United States since the first amendment. Although, over the past couple of decades, this method of proclamation has decreased in efficiency and value, why is this?
Read MoreStar2 was born in a Thai refugee camp, Mae La, in Thailand. He lived there with his family until the age of six, then his grandmother and her four children migrated to San Diego, CA. Star2 and his family are Ka-ren, a persecuted indigenous tribe from Burma, now named Myanmar. He currently lives and works out of San Diego as a rapper with an affinity for conscious songwriting. His newest single, “Run Away” was recently released. The single is about the current state of the world, with references to the Black Lives Matter movement and current refugee crisis in Thailand, Afghanistan, and Ukraine. The music video for the single is just as powerful, with videos of current atrocities happening throughout the world on loop in the background. Star2’s hope is to raise awareness for these issues and give back to those helping out. He works with several nonprofits such as The Border Consortium, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Thailand, The International Rescue Committee, and Karen Outreach to support refugees in Thailand and Ukraine. Read on in our interview with Star2 to learn more about his music, upcoming EP, and how he is offering support to these organizations.
Read MoreTravel brings a sense of adventure and freedom unlike anything else. Seeing new sights, meeting new people, and experiencing local culture is a sure-fire way to broaden your horizons and challenge yourself with new ideas.
Unfortunately, modern travel isn’t always kind to the environment. However, travel is still a worthwhile endeavor and one that you can improve with a few easy steps. Here are five ways you can travel more sustainably this year.
