Podcasts about scrap metal

In this week's episode I chat to Andrew Lincoln, VP/GM at Lincoln Recycling and Recycled Materials Associtaion (ReMA) Director-At-Large. He's a third-gen recycler and together with his brother Jeremy, they have continued to grow the core business while expanding into brokerage and remote interior demolition services across the US.Andrew is also a reality-TV sensation, featuring in both seasons of John Sacco's acclaimed Table Scraps. While some would argue that the International Team was robbed in season 2, Andrew's Team OG did take home the trophy.In this episode, we talk about:

In this week's episode I chat to Eds Harding, 3rd generation and Vice President of Operations at Harding Metals. Eds went straight from college into the family business and has never looked back. Not only is he the ReMA New England Chapter President, but he was recently named ReMA's Young Executive of the Year - congrats Eds!In this episode, we talk about:

In this week's episode I chat to Jessica Alexanderson, known to many in the industry as “Scuba Jess”. Jess started out in shipping with Evergreen, where she was responsible for helping scrappies ship their recycled metal around the world. In her free time, Jess cleans up the ocean on her diving expeditions.Jess has always been passionate about the environment and when the opportunity presented itself, she transitioned into educating the net generation of recyclers. She partnered with Brad Rudover of Detroit Scrap and educator Shaziya Manji Jaffer to publish their first kids book, The Girl Who Recycled A Million Cans.They have since published a second book, A Recycling Adventure To The Scrapyard, and are about to publish their third kids book on recycling, Recycled Lava.Just this week Jess launched an NGO, The Recycling Society, to help students learn how recycling works, raise funds for their schools, and take real action to create lasting impact in their schools and communities.Jess' mission is one that every single scrappy can get behind, and if you don't know about all the great work she is already doing, I hope that after listening to this episode that you buy in hook, line and sinker!If you ever see Jess at an industry event, you absolutely have to meet her in person. She is a ray of sunshine and brings exactly the energy and enthusiasm we need to inspire the next generation!In this episode, we talk about:

In this week's episode, we talk about cool things happening at the high school thanks to the OTHS Endowment Fund. They support educators and students in creative ways... enhancing the classroom experience. Their once-a-year golf fundraiser is coming up on Friday, May 2nd.  On the calendar:  April 24-April 28 Library's annual book sale during library hours Friday, May 2nd 5pm OTHS Endowment Fund Golf Tournament  Sat, May 3rd 9am-noon Scrap Metal and Electronic Recycling Drive at Carriel Junior High (Seven Hills Rd) May 8th Hot Rods for Hope Car Glow   

In this week's episode I chat to Tyler Adams, COO of SA Recycling. Tyler was born scrappy and has emerged into one of the most forward-thinking leaders in our industry today. He started boots on the ground, degree in hand, and was given permission to fail. The way he thinks about leadership, culture, finance, and operations is steeped in intergenerational wisdom, deep personal experience, and a willingness to challenge the status quo.In this episode, we talk about:

In this week's episode, I chatted to Brian Shine (CEO at Manitoba Corporation), Sam Desai (VP at RM Metals) and international trade attorney Camelia Mazard (Partner at Doyle, Barlow & Mazard).This episode was recorded at the recent ReMA Joint New Jersey, Mid-Atlantic, & New York Chapter Atlantic City Meeting. It was my first time attending their chapter event, and it definitely won't be the last time! I've added it to my list of must-attend annual events and if you're doing business or looking to break in to the region, then so should you.The panelists shared their experiences, challenges, and the strategic adaptations needed to navigate the unpredictable trade landscape we currently find ourselves in.In this episode, we talk about:

Get full access to this episode and more on our Patreon page. Consider becoming a member: https://www.patreon.com/HauntedHangover31 Jon Von Frankenstein is back from the Scrap Metal Podcast and taking a crack at Haunted Hangover's Terrifying Twenty! We discuss everything from homemade Halloween costume mishaps to spooky-themed surf rock. Shout out to him for joining me once again.   Check out video versions of our episodes over on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/Hauntedhangover   Official Site: https://www.hauntedhangover.com Official Store: https://hauntedhangover31.bigcartel.com/   Follow us on all social media platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hauntedhangover Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hauntedhangover Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HauntedHangover31 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hauntedhangover  

In this episode, I chat to Atilla Widnell, Founder & Managing Director of Navigate Commodities.Navigate Commodities monitors commodity supply chains in real time through the use of satellites. They monitor production at steel mills and analyse metal flow in specific regions.We discuss the latest developments in the steel industry, particularly focusing on China's recent National People's Congress and its implications on global steel markets. This episode is a deep dive into understanding the major forces shaping the global steel industry and what to expect in the coming months.In today's episode, we talk about:

In this episode, I chat to Dr. Salam Sharif, the Chairman of Sharif Metals Group, one of the largest scrap metal exporters in the Middle East. Dr. Sharif is the former Chairman of BIR, the Founding President of the BIR, and the Director of Advocacy for the Dubai Recycling Business Group at the Dubai Chambers.He's a civil and metallurgical engineer, with an executive MBA and a doctorate degree in Engineering and Economy. There are few people in this industry as experienced, educated and accomplished as Dr Al Sharif.In today's episode, we talk about:

In this episode, I chat to Brian Shine, CEO of Manitoba Corporation, Chairman of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries (CARI) and a former Chairman of the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA).With all the turbulence around tariffs, this is a point in time conversation where we explore how the latest US and retaliatory tariffs are impacting metal recyclers and consumers across the US, Canada and Mexico, and how they may be impacted in the long term if this is the new status quo.In today's episode, we talk about:

In this episode, I chat to Andy Cohen, Vice President of Raw Material Purchasing and Sales at Metal Conversions. More importantly for this episode, Andy is Event Chair for REMA's The Show 2025 taking place this May in San Diego.Andy has been in the scrap metal industry for nearly two decades and has attended countless ReMA events and held various different roles as part of ReMA. He's introducing whole lot of new things to this year's event and is looking to break all the records!Whether you're a regular at the annual event, or you're thinking about going for the first time - this episode is for you!In today's episode, we talk about: 

In this episode, Vlad, Pete, Lorna, and Mindy call a man about scrap metal. Seriously, if you listen to this you will end up dumber. DISCORD - https://discord.gg/85eC3BCFj6  PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/greatbigpranks  Peace and Chicken Grease. GBP.

In this episode, I chat to Amy Hinton, North American Scrap Editor for Fastmarkets.She has her finger on the pulse when it comes to price reporting and has become a familiar face in the industry.Amy has a background in both financial services and journalism, and holds a Masters degree from University of Bath.In today's episode, we talk about:

This week on the show, I'm joined by Jon from the Scrap Metal Podcast to discuss some of the very best Horror & Halloween-themed musicians. We cover everything from Psychobilly acts to gore-obsessed death metal!   Support Haunted Hangover over on Patreon and gain early access to episodes, exclusive bonus content, and more: https://www.patreon.com/HauntedHangover31   Check out the video versions of our episodes over on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/Hauntedhangover   Official Site: https://www.hauntedhangover.com Official Store: https://hauntedhangover31.bigcartel.com/   Follow us on all social media platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hauntedhangover Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hauntedhangover Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HauntedHangover31 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hauntedhangover  

John Solomon: Fire hydrants stolen in LA for scrap metal while Newsom sleeps and LA burns

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An expert panel of Japan's National Police Agency released a report Thursday calling for mandatory identity verification for scrap metal transactions following a surge in copper wire theft cases in the country.

In this episode I chat to Zohra Shroff, Director of Operations at Sealink International.Zohra has been in the freight game for 20 years and let's just say she knows a thing or two!In today's episode, we talk about:

In this episode, I chat to Jonathan Ross, Vice President at John Ross & Sons, a large metal recycler in Eastern Canada. The company has 14 yards, including a large auto shredding operation, and a very impressive cable granulation plant. Jonathan is a fourth generation metal recycler, and by the sounds of it, there'll be a lot more generations running this company in the future.  In today's episode, we talk about:

In this episode, I chat to Adam Schaffer, AVP of International Trade and Global Affairs at the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA).He has over 15 years of experience in trade policy, government relations, and international affairs, with a focus on the metal and recycling industries, including as Director of Trade and Economic Policy at the American Iron and Steel Institute.He has a Master of Public Policy from George Washington University and a BA in International Studies.Who better to walk us through the potential impacts of the new US administration's policies on the recycling industry?!In today's episode, we talk about:

In this episode, I chat to Kristen Hildreth, AVP of Government Relations and Strategic Partnerships at ReMA.Drawing on her extensive policy expertise from the National Conference of State Legislatures, Kristen provides a front-row perspective on the expected impact of the newly elected Trump administration on the metal recycling industry. This is a two-part series, with the focus of this week's episode on how these changes could affect the US domestic market. In today's episode, we talk about:

In today's episode, I chat with Dave Klein, Senior Vice President of Nonferrous Marketing and Trading at Alter Trading, one of the largest privately owned metal recyclers in the US with over 75 locations across the country.He has spent the better part of three decades in the metal recycling industry, and has years of hard-won wisdom from his experience.In today's episode, we talk about:

In today's maintenance masterclass, I chat with Justin Trentadue.Justin is Vice President of Operations at Coastal Waste and Recycling in Florida, but more related to this special episode, he's also the founder of Uptime PM, an innovative tech solution for vehicle and plant maintenance management.Justin is a problem solver and is currently solving a problem he has experienced first hand as a scrappy.In today's episode, we talk about:

In today's episode, I chat with Abhijay Goenka. He is the Vice President of Steelbro International, the Co-Chair of ReMA's Young Executives Council and is on the Young Traders Committee at the BIR.Abhijay has an MBA from Wharton and a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Accounting from NYU Stern. He is the perfect example of the very impressive next generation coming into the industry!In today's episode, we talk about:

In today's episode, I chat with Andy Golding. He is the friendliest face at every conference you'll attend, and he also knows a thing or two about metal recycling!He was the VP of Sales and Marketing at Kripke Enterprises for 16 years, and is now their Chief Strategy Officer. He's also the incoming chairman of ReMA.In today's episode, we talk about:

In this week's episode, I chat with Marc Schupan, the CEO of Schupan & Sons. The business was started in 1968 and it has remained a family business all this time and now employs over 600  people.Marc has spent 50 years in the metal recycling industry and has been recognised in the industry and beyond for his extraordinary achievements. He was shortlisted as a national finalist in the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards in 2022 and he won the prestigious Harbour Aluminum Gene Greenberg Award for the world's top aluminum executive in 2023.In today's episode, we talk about:

Born Scrappy x Mike's Mic.Live from Scrap Expo 2024.With special guest Seth Alter.In this special episode, which was recorded live at Scrap Expo, we bring you the first ever collaboration between Born Scrappy and Mike's Mic.Michael Goldstein and I got to talk about all things metal recycling. We also had the pleasure of being joined on the stage for some of the show by our good friend, Seth Alter.In today's episode, we talk about:

In today's episode, I'm joined by Nidhi Turakhia. Nidhi is the CEO and Partner at Allied Alloys and the Vice President at Titan Metals Corporation.She has an MBA, a double bachelor's degree in Economics and Spanish, a real estate certificate,  and a yoga teaching certificate. There's not much Nidhi can't do!  In today's episode, we talk about:

In this episode we talk about how artificial intelligence is helping fire service and communities, including OFallon/Shiloh. With Fire Prevention week coming up, we take a look at how local departments are funded and staffed. Shout out to our OFallon Fire and Rescue!! On the calendar: Sat, Oct 5 8am-noon Vine Street Market @ OFallon Station Sat, Oct 5th 8am Honor Run  Sat, Oct 5th 9am-noon Scrap Metal and Electronics Recycling Event @ Carriel Junior High Sat, Oct 5th 12-7pm June's Breakfast + Patio's Fall Fest  Sun, Oct 6th 2pm Supporting Youth in a Funeral Home setting Have an idea for a podcast topic? Submit it here! Follow us on Instagram @The618Now.

As a young boy Sean Boyd was the kid that took apart household items and toys, trying to transform them into different items. The foundations for what he does now as a junk artist were laid early on.

In today's episode, I'm joined by Joel Fogel, Executive Vice President at Cohen Recycling.Cohen has been around for more than 100 years and is a fourth generation metal recycling business. Although Joel wasn't there from when it started in 1924, he's been there for almost a third of its time and was definitely born scrappy!In today's episode, we talk about:

In today's episode, I'm joined by Sandy Brooks.Sandy is Vice President of Finance at SA Recycling, the largest privately owned metal recycler in the US.Sandy has been an integral part of SA's growth, from 17 to over 140 recycling facilities.Sandy started her career at Ernst Young, was CFO of four companies, had her own accounting and tax practice, and wrote a tax guide.She's currently chair of ReMA's Audit Committee, sits on the ReMA National Board, and is President of its West Coast chapter.In today's episode we talk about:

In today's episode, I'm joined by Cliff Nance.Owner and CEO of Tungco Inc. Companies. Not only is Tungco Inc a global leader in the tungsten recycling industry. They have a world-class culture and are customer-obsessed.It's no secret that Cliff likes to work hard and play hard. He even has his own gastropub, The Crowded House

In today's episode, I'm joined by Beatriz Landa.As the VP of Metal Procurement and Recycling for Novelis North America, she holds one of the most influential roles in recycled aluminium.Not only is she a big player in our industry, she also has an MBA and played professional soccer. She's an all round overachiever!In today's episode we talk about:

Matt Pryer is a maintenance engineer at Sacred Heart Convent and a local metal artist. He spoke to Community Voices about how he got into metal art, his most recent metal art projects, and the passion he has for his work at Sacred Heart Convent. Matt also talks about an upcoming craft show happening in late September in collaboration with Springfield Carriage House.

The original Scrap Metal will be returning starting this week with a slew of new episodes for your eargasmic listening pleasure, here's another from our vaults to tickle your fancy until then!

The original Scrap Metal will be returning very soon with all new episodes, here's a classic from the vaults to tide all you lunatics over until then!

Send us a Text Message.Bill Bartholomew reports on Providence businesses that have commandeered public parking spaces, plus yesterday's fire at a controversial Providence scrap metal facility and the latest Washington Bridge developments. Support the Show.

In today's episode, I'm joined by David Dodds.David is the owner operator and CEO at Sackers. Sackers is a UK based metal recycler operating a shredder as well as a copper granulation plant.He was born scrappy and has decades of experience under his belt.In today's episode we talk about:

Hi! I'm Stu Kagan, welcome to Born Scrappy.My goal is to spark more industry collaboration through sharing the experiences and learnings of industry greats through my podcast.So if you are a scrap metal exporter and you're ready to up your game by standing on the shoulders of giants - this one's for you!SEASON 2 | EPISODE 19FEATURING GUEST ALDO JORDANIn today's episode, I'm joined by Aldo Jordan.Aldo is President at The Metals Agency and has spent 20 years in the industry, from commercial purchasing and commercial sales to operations and international logistics.For 12 years, he worked for metal recycling giant Schnitzer Steel in various executive management positions, most recently as Director of Non-Ferrous Sales.Not only is Aldo highly experienced in global B2B metal recycling commodity trading, he also holds a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering and an MBA from Loyola University in Chicago.In today's episode we talk about:

In today's episode, I'm joined by Tim Ridderbos.Tim is the GM of Circular by Shapiro, and was previously the Director of National Accounts for there. So he definitely knows how to look after our recycling customers!He's learned how to make a customer a client for life by adding huge value through sustainability reporting, and he gives us some great tips we can implement immediately.In today's episode we talk about:

More Aucklanders are turning to scrap metal yards to make ends meet. 

A new rule from the Energy Department means the eventual end of gas and oil to heat new and renovated federal buildings. And, DOE officials believe, the rule will save tens of millions of dollars. For details, Federal News Network Deputy Editor talked with David Smedick, the federal policy manager for the carbon-free buildings program at the Rocky Mountain Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this week's episode, we talk about unique events happening in our community!   June's Breakfast + Patio's Supper Club The Upright Pub and Music Parol has live music several nights/week in April! The Rotary Club of O'Fallon is hosting a pancake breakfast to benefit community projects Hot Rods for Hope Register your car here! Studio Strong's Inflatable 5k   On the calendar: Sat, April 13th Vine Street Micromarket @ Ofallon Station 9am-noon April 25-29thAnnual book sale held the Ofallon Public Library. Books, DVDs, CDs, VHS, puzzles can be donated to the O'Fallon Public Library year around. Donation bins are located inside the library. Friday, April 19th is donation drop off in support of the OTHS Band Boosters' Spring Yard Sale. Drop off is from 4-8pm at the Smiley Campus. Baby items, small furniture, and kitchen gadgets sell well. NOT accepted are: electronics, bras/undergarments, used mattresses, large appliances, large furniture, electronics/books/magazines/DVDs/CDs, gas-powered motors of any kind, or treadmills. Sat, April 20th 8am-2pm OTHS Band Boosters Spring Yard Sale. Sat, April 27th is Scrap Metal and Electronics drive, 9am-noon at Carriel Junior High. Sat, April 27th is Big Brothers/Big Sisters 4th Annual Trivia Night for Kids' Sake Applications are open for the O'Fallon Police Departments Youth Academy held June 3-7th.  Have an idea for a podcast topic? Submit it here! Follow us on Instagram @The618Now.

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In this episode, we discuss Spring Cleaning and how your donated goods can help raise money for local causes: Books, DVDs, CDs, VHS, puzzles can be donated to the O'Fallon Public Library year around. Donation bins are located inside the library. These donations are sold during the library's annual book sale held April 25 - April 29th. Donations are being accepted now! Friday, April 19th is donation drop off in support of the OTHS Band Boosters' Spring Yard Sale. Drop off is from 4-8pm at the Smiley Campus. Sale is Sat, April 20th from 8am-2pm. Baby items, small furniture, and kitchen gadgets sell well. NOT accepted are: electronics, bras/undergarments, used mattresses, large appliances, large furniture, electronics/books/magazines/DVDs/CDs, gas-powered motors of any kind, or treadmills. Sat, April 27th is Scrap Metal and Electronics drive, 9am-noon at Carriel Junior High.  Donations are always accepted year round for the monthly Township rummage sale.  Charity Clothing Pick up comes to your house to pick up donations of clothing, linens, home accessories and more.  Learn how to become a podcast partner!  On the calendar: Sat, March 30th 9am-noon Vine Street Micro Market at OFallon Station Sat, April 27th is Big Brothers/Big Sisters 4th Annual Trivia Night for Kids' Sake  Applications are open for the O'Fallon Police Departments Youth Academy held June 3-7th.    Have an idea for a podcast topic? Submit it here! Follow us on Instagram @The618Now.

After the purge came the big payout...  686 lbs of scrap metal to the recycler, all for $76...  Like selling a truckload of black walnuts to the hulling station...  Actually, walnuts bring a few more pennies per pound...Workshop cleared, hay set out, goats sorted-tagged-vaxxed, fuel filter replaced on the Tracker.  Now Acorn has to see about changing the distributor. Fun fun...  Then to the Big City for more recycling, errands, Blind Hog's annual echo test and more errands...Cold weather plants have been repotted- all good there.  Eggs in the incubator doing well- the others were candled and one dud egg found.  10 eggs currently out with the geese- they continue to lay, except for Alpha.  Not sure what is up with her...Acorn watched a webinar on native plant landscaping- VERY interesting...  You can start one any time of the year!Pizza has been made- doubled the recipe and have some for now, some for later.

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Amid the noisy bustle of Mexico City, there is a particularly iconic sound echoing on repeat in the background. This recording blares from trucks that cruise the streets all across this massive city. The crews inside are looking to buy old household items and appliances to fix and resell or to just sell for scrap. Basically, they're scrap metal haulers, and the recording is their pitch to prospective sellers. Their pitch culminates in "o algo de fierro viejo que vendan," which basically means “or any old metal thing you're selling.” This last bit has become the recording's namesake: fierro viejo, literally “old iron.”How this recording (and its subsequent remixes for live performances and otherwise) managed to achieve icon status in Mexico is a story of an unlikely alchemy: a family that, through grit, talent and a bit of luck, transmuted scrap metal into poetry, music, and joy.The Siren of Scrap Metal