Molly Hemstreet in Podcasts

The Appalachian region on the east coast of the United States is known for its gorgeous green mountains. But it's also known for crippling job losses over the years as various industries have left the region. Molly, who grew up in Appalachia, decided to do something about this, one piece of clothing at a time. She is the co-founder of the Industrial Commons, a collective of community-owned manufacturing enterprises and programs that address business resiliency, worker agency and sustainability.

We'll be releasing these special episodes showcasing our amazing fellows on certain Fridays throughout the rest of the year and into the new year. So make sure to stay tuned. The TED Fellowship supports a network of global innovators and helps them catapult their world-changing ideas. We're excited to share their work with you. Today we'd like you to meet sustainable textile entrepreneur, TED Fellow Molly Hemstreet.