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Deborah Meaden talks to some of the world's biggest business names about climate change.

Dragon's Den's Deborah Meaden talks to some of the world's biggest business names about the biggest problem facing the planet: climate change.

The Big Green Money Show: Planet-friendly periods

Planet-friendly periods

BBC Radio 5 Live - The Big Green Money Show, Planet-friendly periods

Deborah and Fliss have a full and frank conversation about eco-friendly period products.

A listener wants to know more about eco-friendly period products. Deborah and Fliss investigate in this full and frank episode, with the help of TikToker Kathryn King.

Could a lack of knowledge and understanding be holding us back from trying more sustainable period products? 

Have you ever considered using a menstrual cup but been unsure if it would work for you? Or wondered about the impact of single use tampons and pads? Then get ready for a very frank and open conversation about the options out there!

Period products clog up sewers and drains and pollute our rivers and beaches. Many single use products like tampons and sanitary towels also contain plastic. So what options are out there if you're looking for more sustainable period products? And how well do they actually work?

Deborah and Fliss meet Kathryn King, who talks about periods on TikTok. She talks them through everything from menstrual cups to reusable underwear.

This episode was inspired by a question from listener Naomi. If you have a question for us, email the team at GreenMoney@bbc.co.uk or talk to Deborah and Fliss on Twitter using the hashtag #GreenMoneyShow.

Presented by Deborah Meaden and Felicity Hannah.

Huge thanks to Kathryn King, otherwise known as BloodyHonest on TikTok and Instagram.

Producers: Lexy O'Connor and Kath Paddison.
Studio Manager: Hal Haines.
Executive Producers: Will Cooper and Natasha Johansson.
Series Producer: Justin Bones.

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