We have some important news: after much reflection, we’ve decided to stop releasing regular episodes of Trash Magic! While the podcast is coming to a close, the philosophy of Trash Magic lives on: finding the potential in what others see as disposable.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Whether as a guest, supporter, or listener, you made Trash Magic possible.
Though new episodes aren’t planned, we may occasionally share updates on projects or collaborations inspired by the show. Stay tuned, and thank you for everything.
Stay classy and trashy,
Sara & Oakley
Our special guest in this episode: Lisa Ann Pinkerton started out as an award-winning reporter for NPR radio and PBS television and is now the founder and CEO of the multi million dollar PR firm Technica Communications, founder and Vice Chairwoman* of Women In Cleantech & Sustainability, and host of the podcast Earthlings 2.0.
Learn more here: Earthlings Podcast Website
*Update: Since this recording Sara Fuentes has become Chairwoman for WCS!!
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Thank you to our amazing listeners and community!
Trash Magic is made with love and supported by Sara’s company SmartWaste USA and Oakley’s company Level Up Planet.
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Thank you to Danny Finkelstein (intro music), to Feyzan Shareef (audio editing and mastering) and Jay Huynh (marketing manager).
Love your Hostesses with the COMPOST-esses,
Sara & Oakley
How is AI being used to improve the recycling industry? Find out in this episode with Nikhita Bhagwat, Co-Founder of Trashify!
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Love your Hostesses with the COMPOST-esses,
Sara & Oakley
In this episode, we’re joined by Jennifer Betts, the CEO of Recycled Media, ScrapTrader and Magnar Metals. She brings almost two decades of experience in the circular economy - specifically in metals recycling and manufacturing. Discover the fascinating processes behind recycling metals, from everyday items like aluminum cans to complex materials found in electronics and vehicles. Jennifer also highlights the importance of supporting and welcoming women in the metal industry, sharing her initiatives and experiences in mentorship and industry associations. Learn about the critical role of metals in national security and sustainability, and why recycling metals is more important than ever. Get ready to nerd out with us as we delve into the world of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, the magic of the circular economy, and the immense value hidden in what others see as disposable. This episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and a call to action to rethink how we handle our metal waste.
Jennifer Betts, CEO of Recycled Media, ScrapTrader and Magnar Metals
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Thank you to Danny Finkelstein (intro music), to Feyzan Shareef (audio editing and mastering) and Jay Huynh (marketing manager).
Love your Hostesses with the COMPOST-esses,
Sara & Oakley
Stacy has been called the Texas Trash Talker. She is an eco-preneur out of Austin, TX. She’s the founder & CEO of Zero Waste Strategies, an environmental consulting firm specializing in waste reduction. Her clients include Dell, AT&T, Apple, Nestle Purina, and the City of Austin.
Stacy has a new e-book out!
Get in touch with Stacy Savage through her:
Website, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn
Other resources in the episode:
Viridescent - Discover your Sustainability Alter-Ego
Thank you to our amazing listeners and community!
Trash Magic is made with love and supported by Sara’s company SmartWaste USA and Oakley’s company Level Up Planet.
If you liked this episode, here's 3 ways to support us:
1. Follow on Instagram @trashmagic_podcast
2. Rate Trash Magic! on your fav podcast platform
3. Consider Buy Us a Coffee or join us on Patreon.
Thank you to Danny Finkelstein (intro music), to Feyzan Shareef (audio editing and mastering) and Jay Huynh (marketing manager).
Love your Hostesses with the COMPOST-esses,
Sara & Oakley
Carpet America Recovery Effort (a national non-profit) is Developing Market Based Solutions for the Recycling & Reuse of Post-Consumer Carpet. Today we are joined by Bob Peoples CARE, Executive Director!
Trash Magic! is made with love (and self-funded). Consider supporting us by following on Instagram, rating on your favorite podcast platform or Buy Us a Coffee. Thank you Dumpster Divas!
Thank you to our team! Brad Harris (Marketing Director), Jack Mittermeier (Video Editor), Feyzan Shareef (Audio Editor), Sara Fuentes (Co-Host), and Oakley J Fast (Co-Host and Producer)
Guest Cory Connors delves into the world of packaging alternatives. What are some alternatives to plastic packaging? What does the future of packaging look like? Plastic often gets a bad rap, but does it have sustainable qualities and uses as well? What should consumers do and how can we educate ourselves? Cory answers this and so much more!
Cory Connors has been in the packaging industry for over 2 decades! His nickname is Cory(gated), as in corrugated cardboard - we love a good pun! Cory is the Director of Sustainable Packaging for Orora Packaging Solutions and is also the host of Sustainable Packaging Podcast - check it out and join him in the movement towards sustainable packaging!
Thank you to our team! Brad Harris (Marketing Director), Jack Mittermeier (Video Editor), Feyzan Shareef (Audio Editor), Sara Fuentes (Co-Host), and Oakley J Fast (Co-Host and Producer)
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Is cremation actually environmentally friendly? Is it truly possible to "return to the earth" after we die? Can our bodies heal the earth?
How to get in touch with The DeathWives: Website, Instagram, Facebook , TikTok
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Worried about electric vehicle battery recycling? Let Steve and Bijan put your mind at ease in this episode of Trash Magic!
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This episode is a game changer!!
Heidi Sanborn, the renowned advocate for an Equitable Circular Economy, has dedicated over 32 years to championing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Circular Economy policy. She is the Executive Director of the National Stewardship Action Council (NSAC).
Heidi's advocacy for "Truth in Labeling" emphasizes the significance of transparent labeling, enabling consumers to make informed choices and holding producers accountable for their products' environmental impacts. Her immense expertise has made her a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences, where she passionately shares her insights and drives change toward a more sustainable future.
Join us in celebrating Heidi Sanborn, the Translator for Tricky Topics, as she continues to pave the way through legislation, education, and industry collaboration.
Thank you to our team! Brad Harris (Marketing Director), Jack Mittermeier (Video Editor), Feyzan Shareef (Audio Editor), Sara Fuentes (Co-Host), and Oakley J Fast (Co-Host and Producer)
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Tired of spinning your wheels on what to do with old tires?
Discover the tire recycling revolution with Brittany Wright. Join us as we explore Schuyler Rubber's pioneering journey in transforming tire waste into valuable resources. Dive into the tire recycling process, debunk misconceptions, and learn about the artistic magic of repurposing. Tune in to be inspired and empowered to support a more sustainable future.
Visit www.goschuyler.com to learn more and follow Schuyler Rubber on LinkedIn.
Thank you to our team! Brad Harris (Marketing Director), Jack Mittermeier (Video Editor), Feyzan Shareef (Audio Editor), Sara Fuentes (Co-Host), and Oakley J Fast (Co-Host and Producer)
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Sara Fuentes, co-host of Trash Magic! Podcast was recently interviewed on the Sustainable Packaging podcast hosted by Cory Connors. All Trash Magic! listeners get a sneak peek to this episode today! It will officially drop on August 4th on Sustainable Packaging! Support this amazing show by hopping over to Cory's Insta and following them on Apple! Sustainable Packaging Episode Description:
The amazing Sara Fuentes has some awesome stories and is doing great things in our world to help improve waste removal.
Sara is the co-host of Trash Magic Podcast and the Co-Founder and President of Smart Waste!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/
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Looking to improve the sustainability of your packaging today? Check out: https://www.landsberg.com/us/en.html
The views and opinions expressed on the "Sustainable Packaging " podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity.
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I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap.
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Special episode today from our fellow sustainability warrior: Lisa Ann Pinkerton, CEO of Technica Communications! This episode is from her podcast, Earthlings 2.0 and she is joined by Dr. Lisa Johnson to discuss the impact of global food waste. Dr. Johnson is a researcher and Adjunct Assistant Professor at North Carolina State University, private consultant in food loss and agriculture, and serves as the Board Chair of UpRoot Colorado.
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Co-hosts Sara Fuentes and Oakley J Fast imagine a future, sustainable world run by a circular economy!
Book Recommendation: Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey
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Thank you to our team! Brad Harris (Marketing Director), Jack Mittermeier (Video Editor), Feyzan Shareef (Audio Editor), Sara Fuentes (Co-Host), and Oakley J Fast (Co-Host and Producer)
This special episode is brought to you by Level Up Planet! Oakley (Level Up Planet Founder) takes listeners through everything you need to know about recycling: Where does the recycling go after being picked up at the curb? What exactly is recyclable and what isn't? Isn't recycling a scam - why should I care? And finally, Oakley wraps it all up and puts recycling in a bigger context.
Join Oakley on this educational journey to become a recycling expert, enabling you to confidently sort your recyclables and impress others with your recycling knowledge ;) Get ready to level up your recycling game and contribute to a more sustainable future!
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In this electrifying episode of Trash Magic!, hosts Oakley and Sara are joined by special guest Julianna Garibay Sparacio, an esteemed expert in electric vehicles. Together, they embark on an exploration of electric vehicles (EVs) and end-of-life possibilities for EV batteries. Julianna sheds light on the environmental benefits of EVs and debunks common concerns such as range anxiety and end-of-life of EV Batteries.
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Thank you to our team! Brad Harris (Marketing Director), Jack Mittermeier (Video Editor), Feyzan Shareef (Audio Editor), Sara Fuentes (Co-Host), and Oakley J Fast (Co-Host and Producer)
Welcome to Season 5 of Trash Magic! In this episode, our co-hosts, Oakley J Fast and Sara Fuentes interview Athena Burk Bravo, the founder of the Trash Talk project in Washington state. Athena, a high school student from Seattle, started her project to educate people about waste sorting and bridge the gap between waste management companies and haulers in King County, Washington. She organizes tabling events at local festivals and markets, where she provides information on waste sorting guidelines and engages people through interactive games. Athena emphasizes the importance of proper waste sorting to prevent contamination and increase recycling rates.
Despite her young age, Athena's project has gained significant support and success. She plans to take a gap year to travel to Chile, where she will immerse herself in her mother's culture and work on improving her Spanish skills as well as work on her passion of ocean conservation. Athena has also applied for a grant to expand her team and ensure the continuity of the Trash Talk project while she is away!
You can find Trash Talk project here: https://trashtalkprojectwa.com/
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Yes, you read that right - Poop! Daniel Tillias and Sasha Kramer are creating a sanitation revolution in Haiti by safely converting human waste into compost.
In 2006, Sasha co-founded SOIL with the mission to create jobs and provide access to safe and dignified sanitation that produces rich, organic compost as a natural resource for Haiti’s badly-depleted soils. Learn more about and support soil on their website, and on socials @SOILHaiti on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
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Our own Oakley Jennings-Fast was invited to talk about circular economy, climate change and the future of humanity on TazzyPhe's podcast called Unfazed.
Tasneem is a YouTuber and Influencer where she talks about the challenges of adulthood, balancing growing up in two cultures (USA/ Pakistan) while being a religious minority ☪️️ and larger things going on in society. Check out her YouTube Channel!
Oakley holds a Bachelor's of Science in Chemical and Biological Engineering from University of Colorado. She spent 4 years working as a chemical engineer at BASF in roles from R&D to engineering to management. During this time, she directly saw the raw materials, energy, and passion that go into making everyday "stuff". It was this experience combined with her love of nature which compelled her to dedicate her career to circular economy. This means making a more sustainable manufacturing and consumer ecosystem. With her company Level Up Planet, she educates individuals on their purchasing and disposal options and consults companies in managing their product design, production and waste in a sustainable way.
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Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli joins Trash Magic! on this episode to enlighten us on the fact that there is no throwing something "away." We all live on the same planet and our environment is effected by everyone! Meredith believes that materials literacy and upstream/downstream supply chain transparency are foundational building blocks to the circular economy. Meredith is the co-founder of WATS (Waste Administration + Tracking Software)! WATS is a woman-owned SaaS product bringing business waste management operations into the 21st Century
Find WATS here: https://getwats.com/about
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