🍽️ Table Scraps: The Challenge - Reunion Edition
In this episode of Pile of Scrap the cast of Table Scraps: The Chef's Challenge returns to the table, this time to reflect, reconnect and relive the moments that didn't make the final cut.
From behind-the-scenes laughs to unexpected lessons, host John Sacco sits down with the crew to talk about what's changed since filming, what stuck with them, and what it really meant to be part of something that pushed them outside their comfort zone.
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Ep.92 Rethinking Recycling Media with Tim Ridderbos
Live from the show floor at the ReMA 2025 Convention, John Sacco sits down with Tim Ridderbos to talk about the evolving media landscape in the recycling industry. From cell phone videos to full-scale advocacy projects, Tim shares how content creation is transforming the way we communicate value, policy, and sustainability. They dive into what it means to entertain, educate, and inspire action in an industry that's often misunderstood.
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Ep. 91 Talking BUDDY with Stuart Kagan
Join John Sacco in the latest episode of Pile of Scrap, featuring special guest Stuart Kagan. Dive into Sierra's journey of onboarding with BUDDY as Stuart shares insights on the rigorous vetting process he conducts. Discover how BUDDY connects the right companies to buy and sell recycled materials, ensuring a seamless and trustworthy marketplace for sustainable business practices.
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Ep. 90: Behind the Scenes at Sierra Recycling and Demolition with Stuart Kagan
Join John Sacco and Mr. Scrappy himself Stuart Kagan for an exclusive tour of Sierra Recycling and Demolition—described by Stuart as a Hollywood set of recycled metals facilities. In this episode, we dive into the impressive efforts to reduce our carbon footprint, including the installation of 1700 solar panels. Discover the innovative practices of keeping extra parts for customer post-sales needs and the creation of balers using steel sheets made from recycled metal. We also tackle societal misconceptions about recycled metals and the image recyclers project through their operations. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on sustainability and the future of recycling.
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Ep 89: Building the Family Business with the Mims Family
Join us on the latest episode of "Pile of Scrap" as host John Sacco explores the intricate dynamics of building and sustaining a family business. Discover the personal and professional challenges of working closely with loved ones, from the ground-level tasks of sorting materials to the strategic roles in purchasing and social media management. Dive into the diverse perspectives each family member brings to the table and learn how their individual contributions fuel the company's success. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the heart and soul of a family-run operation.
Pile of Scrap’s real and raw discussions give unmatched insight into the 5th most dangerous industry in the country. Travel across the nation with John Sacco, Sierra International Machinery President, as he reveals the truth behind recycling and waste facilities in America. The environmental and economic impacts of this $500 billion-dollar industry go unnoticed by most, but the work the men and women in this industry do is vital to the save the world and our natural resources.