Trash Magic!

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 Sara Fuentes LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-eve-fuentes-6a620422/] Oakley J Fast LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/oakley-jennings-fast/]

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 [https://www.technicacommunications.com/], founder and Vice Chairwoman* of Women In Cleantech & Sustainability [https://www.womenincleantechsustainability.org/], and host of the podcast Earthlings 2.0 [https://earthlings-podcast.castos.com/]. Learn more here: Earthlings Podcast Website [https://earthlingspodcast.com/] *Update: Since this recording Sara Fuentes has become Chairwoman for WCS!! --- Thank you to our amazing listeners and community!  Trash Magic is made with love and supported by Sara’s company ⁠SmartWaste USA⁠ [https://www.smartwasteusa.com/] and Oakley’s company ⁠Level Up Planet⁠ [https://levelupplanet.com/].  If you liked this episode, here's 3 ways to support us: 1. Follow on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/trashmagic_podcast/] @trashmagic_podcast   2. Rate Trash Magic! on your fav podcast platform  3. Consider ⁠⁠Buy Us a Coffee⁠ [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trashmagicpod?new=1] or join us on ⁠Patreon⁠ [https://patreon.com/trashmagicpodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink].  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! If you liked this episode, here's 3 ways to support us: 1. Follow on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/trashmagic_podcast/] or LinkedIn 2. Rate Trash Magic! on your fav podcast platform 3. Consider ⁠⁠Buy Us a Coffee⁠ [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trashmagicpod?new=1] or join us on ⁠Patreon⁠ [https://patreon.com/trashmagicpodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink]. 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

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 * Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifershermanbetts/] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@jennifer.betts] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/themarvelousmrsmetals/] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@MarvelousMrsMetals/shorts] * Betts on the Future Podcast  [https://www.recycled-media.com/betts-podcast] If you liked this episode, here's 3 ways to support us: 1. Follow on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/trashmagic_podcast/] or LinkedIn 2. Rate Trash Magic! on your fav podcast platform  3. Consider ⁠⁠Buy Us a Coffee⁠ [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trashmagicpod?new=1] or join us on ⁠Patreon⁠ [https://patreon.com/trashmagicpodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink].  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, [http://0waste.org] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/zerowastestrategies/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@texastrashtalker?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ZeroWasteStrategies], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/texas-zero-waste-strategies/] Other resources in the episode:  Viridescent - Discover your Sustainability Alter-Ego [https://linktr.ee/viridescent] Thank you to our amazing listeners and community!  Trash Magic is made with love and supported by Sara’s company ⁠SmartWaste USA⁠ [https://www.smartwasteusa.com/] and Oakley’s company ⁠Level Up Planet⁠ [https://levelupplanet.com/].  If you liked this episode, here's 3 ways to support us: 1. Follow on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/trashmagic_podcast/] @trashmagic_podcast   2. Rate Trash Magic! on your fav podcast platform  3. Consider ⁠⁠Buy Us a Coffee⁠ [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trashmagicpod?new=1] or join us on ⁠Patreon⁠ [https://patreon.com/trashmagicpodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink].  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