The Town Haul

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On a mission to end waste

  1. 12/26/2021

    The Future of Cities: Michael Allegretti and Shonte Eldridge

    Host Amy Koonin Taylor hands over the reins of the show to Michael Allegretti, Rubicon's Chief Strategy Officer, as he interviews Shonte Eldridge, Amazon Web Service's former Executive Government Advisor. Engaging because of their rapport, inspiring because of their shared experiences and knowledge, and timely because of the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic; this episode is a unique and entertaining look into the future of cities and government!

    23 min

  2. 12/02/2021

    Chow Down: EZ-CHOW's Founder Mo Sloan

    Kentucky startup EZ-Chow is changing the Louisville landscape with their flexible, innovative, "EZ" to use technology. The tech is perfect for restaurants looking to integrate online ordering with point-of-sale systems and digital marketing. Host Amy Koonin Taylor sits down with EZ-Chow founder and Kentucky native Mo Sloan to reflect on his unique entrepreneurial journey.

    17 min

  3. 10/13/2021

    Project Clear Constellation: Rubicon's CSO Michael Allegretti

    Rubicon's Project Clear Constellation is a competition that is out of this world! Colleges and universities across the United States are invited to submit design concepts for solutions to help clean up space debris. Our panel of experts will judge submissions, and the winning entry will be awarded a cash prize of $100,000. Host Amy Koonin Taylor is joined by Michael Allegretti, Rubicon's CSO, to break down all the contest details and encourage entries. We are calling on the next generation of big thinkers to help solve today's biggest problems!

    14 min

  4. 10/07/2021

    Trick or Trash: g2 Revolution's Tonya Martin

    Rooted in a passion for rare material recycling, Rubicon and g2 Revolution have teamed up for innovative initiatives this fall. Host Amy Koonin Taylor talks with g2 Revolution's Tonya Martin about their passionate partnership. They launched the RUBICONMarketplace, where businesses and residents can recycle materials that are not generally accepted in curbside or commercial recycling programs. In addition to the RUBICONMarketplace platform, g2 is a marquee partner for Trick or Trash; a fun and educational program designed to help reduce the waste that accumulates every year around Halloween.

    17 min

  5. 09/09/2021

    He's a Funghi: Eat The Change Co-Founder Seth Goldman

    Upcycling blemished mushrooms into a meaty treat, the brains behind Eat The Change are on a mission to turn plant-based palates into the norm. Host Amy Koonin Taylor is joined by Seth Goldman, an eco-entrepreneur with a rockstar resume to talk about his latest venture, Eat The Change. Goldman founded Honest Tea, co-founded PLNT Burger, and is chair of the board of Beyond Meat. Now he's co-founded Eat The Change, a sustainable snack line of mushroom jerky with Top Chef alum Spike Mendelsohn.

    24 min

  6. 08/31/2021

    Perfectly Imperfect: Imperfect Food's Head of Sustainability Maddy Rotman

    Formally Imperfect Produce, Imperfect Foods has been one of the marquee brands making some serious changes in the food waste space. Imperfect Foods has an incredible goal of rescuing one billion pounds of food waste over the next nine years in addition to becoming a net-zero carbon operation. Host Amy Koonin Taylor is joined by Head of Sustainability Maddy Rotman to talk all about the evolution of the blemished produce subscription brand and how they continue to grow and evolve with our planet.

    22 min

  7. 08/25/2021

    Food of The Future: Better Meat Co.'s Paul Shapiro

    When it comes to revolutionizing animal consumption around the world without sacrificing flavor, Better Meat Co.'s Paul Shapiro literally wrote the book on it. Host Amy Koonin Taylor is joined by author, activist, and CEO Paul Shapiro to talk about the use of unique technology that will shape how future generations eat. With environmental sustainability at the forefront of everything he does, Shapiro is a true industry influencer with inspiring advice for all.

    30 min

  8. 08/18/2021

    Breakfast of Champions: Seven Sundays Founder Hannah Barnstable

    The most important meal of the day got a muesli makeover when Hannah Barnstable brought the super grain to the states from a trip to New Zealand. Host Amy Koonin Taylor sits down with Seven Sundays female founder Hannah Barnstable to discuss not only the health benefits of her products but how this Minnesota bred B Corp is championing some serious social and environmental change.

    27 min
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On a mission to end waste

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  • Creator
    Rubicon
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2021
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Town Haul