48 episodes

Change the world one purchase, one piece of trash at a time.
Your hosts: Oakley J-Fast, a chemical engineer, and Sara Fuentes, a waste and recycling expert, are here to demystify the circular economy. There is so much potential in what others see as disposable - that's what we call Trash Magic!

Trash Magic‪!‬ Oakley J-Fast

    • Science
    • 5.0 • 11 Ratings

Change the world one purchase, one piece of trash at a time.
Your hosts: Oakley J-Fast, a chemical engineer, and Sara Fuentes, a waste and recycling expert, are here to demystify the circular economy. There is so much potential in what others see as disposable - that's what we call Trash Magic!

    45. Carpet: Floored by these Sustainability Facts

    45. Carpet: Floored by these Sustainability Facts

    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!

    CARE Website

    CARE YouTube


    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)


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    • 29 min
    44. Sustainable Packaging: with Cory Connors!

    44. Sustainable Packaging: with Cory Connors!

    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)

    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!


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    • 25 min
    43. Death: Think Outside the Casket with The DeathWives

    43. Death: Think Outside the Casket with The DeathWives

    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

    Trash Magic! is made with love (and self funded). Consider supporting by following us on Instagram, rating us 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)


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    • 57 min
    42. EV Batteries: Steve Feinberg and Bijan Palme with Bluewater Battery Logistics

    42. EV Batteries: Steve Feinberg and Bijan Palme with Bluewater Battery Logistics

    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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    Send us your trash questions via ⁠Instagram⁠, Email (trashmagicpodcast@gmail.com), or Voice Memo (Spotify only)

    Thank you to our:


    Marketing Director: Brad Harris


    Audio Editor: Feyzan Shareef


    Co-Host: Sara Fuentes


    Producer and Co-Host: Oakley J Fast




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    • 25 min
    41. Producer's Responsibility in End of Life of Products with Heidi Sanborn

    41. Producer's Responsibility in End of Life of Products with Heidi Sanborn

    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.


    Click here to support or information about NSAC!
    Epoch Times Interview with Heidi Sanborn

    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)

    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


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    • 27 min
    40. Tire Recycling: Stop Spinning your Wheels with Brittany Wright

    40. Tire Recycling: Stop Spinning your Wheels with Brittany Wright

    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)

    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!


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    • 31 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

Jay1618x ,

✨ An absolute must-listen ✨

First off, who knew convos on waste management and recycling could be such a vibe?

Hosts Sara and Oakley have a magic touch in infusing these topics with a sense of excitement and invoke a sense of possibility in their listeners. Their passion and dedication to sustainability and the circular economy shine through in every episode, making even niche subjects like tire recycling, EV batteries, and agricultural food processing informative, accessible, and so fun!

Chemical Red ,

‘The View’ for the Circular Economy

This show is the real deal. Sara and Oakley make conversations about the circular economy, waste, recycling, composting and everything in between fun and informative. Listening to this show is like meeting your smart, sassy sustainability friends for brunch and learning what they’ve been up to in their industry.

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