Talking Rubbish
James Piper, Robbie Staniforth
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8. Who's really paying for your recycling?
Talking Rubbish
09/19/24 • 48 min
Every time we put out our bin for recycling, there is a cost. Currently, local councils pick up this bill but soon it will shift to the brands who sell us products. How will this work and what will it mean for us? Plus, how are the metals recycled, which bin do receipts go into and James has a question from his mother-in-law.
Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Staniforth as they delve into the world of recycling, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected]
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
2 Listeners
10. Interview - Nick Torday, Bower Collective
Talking Rubbish
10/03/24 • 42 min
James and Robbie have a chat with Nick Torday, co-founder and CEO at Bower Collective, a B Corp pioneering refill in the home. Bower Collective deliver cleaning and personal care products in plastic pouches, which are used, sent back and refilled before being sold to another customer. The conversation covers a wide range of potential issues and solutions in the world of packaging refill and reuse.
Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Staniforth as they delve into the world of recycling, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected] or by texting them via WhatsApp
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
1 Listener
9. Why are cucumbers wrapped in plastic?
Talking Rubbish
09/26/24 • 41 min
Easily the question James and Robbie get asked the most, 'why are cucumbers wrapped in plastic?'. A cucumber episode has been promised since episode one and it's finally time to answer the question! Plus, what types of plastic are out there, can pouches be recycled and which bin should shredded paper go into?
Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Staniforth as they delve into the world of recycling, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected] or by texting them via WhatsApp
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
1 Listener
14. Halloween sustainability - the scoop on pumpkins
Talking Rubbish
10/31/24 • 39 min
Welcome, ghouls and goblins, to a spooky special of Talking Rubbish! This week, we explore the truly terrifying statistics behind the Halloween pumpkin. Plus, we will unravel the alchemy of chemical recycling, discuss what happens to that Halloween costume after the party and reveal some sustainable decoration ideas.
Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Staniforth as they treat you to a hauntingly helpful guide for a greener Halloween, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected] or by texting them via WhatsApp
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
1 Listener
6. How can we make refillable packaging work?
Talking Rubbish
09/05/24 • 43 min
Most of us want refillable packaging to work, but it seems to have continual bumps in the road, with trials getting cancelled and consumers struggling to engage. What have we learned from the trials that have taken place and what can they tell us about the future of refill? Plus, how is glass recycled, which bin do photographs go into and is it better to use a bottle bank or your home recycling bin for glass?
Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Staniforth as they delve into the world of recycling, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, X or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected]
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
1 Listener
11/28/24 • 52 min
It's that time of year again, Black Friday. Where did this manic sales season come from and how sustainable is it? In this episode, we discuss the growth of Black Friday and what the rise in online deliveries might be doing to our carbon emissions. Plus, we explore the history of pallets, are duvets and pillows rubbish or not, and we have a question about whether we ruined our recycling by turning it into Halloween decorations.
Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Staniforth as they delve into the world of recycling, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected] or by texting them via WhatsApp
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Transcripts and episodes can be found on the Talking Rubbish website
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
1 Listener
12. Which plastics have been banned and why?
Talking Rubbish
10/17/24 • 44 min
Over the past couple of years, the UK government has banned certain plastics, from straws to balloon sticks. Find out the impact these bans can have and how they drive behaviour change. Plus, how are plastics sorted, can plastic toothbrushes be recycled, and why do some councils recommend lining food waste caddies with regular carrier bags?
Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Staniforth as they delve into the world of recycling, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected] or by texting them via WhatsApp
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
1 Listener
5. Interview - Natalie Fée, City to Sea
Talking Rubbish
08/29/24 • 38 min
James is joined this week by Natalie Fée, founder of environmental charity City to Sea. James and Natalie have a wide ranging discussion, exploring; how Natalie managed to get all the retailers to switch their cotton buds to cardboard, reuse trials, plastic recycling and waste incineration.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, X or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected]
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
1 Listener
10/10/24 • 45 min
It’s a statistic reported in lots of places: each week we supposedly eat a credit card’s worth of microplastic. But, is it true? Plus, the final three types of plastic, can blister packs be recycled and what happens to the lime that is pushed in a beer bottle?
Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Stanisecond as they delve into the world of recycling, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected] or by texting them via WhatsApp
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
1 Listener
13. Is recycling flexible plastic worth the effort?
Talking Rubbish
10/24/24 • 47 min
Supermarkets are now collecting flexible plastic packaging, asking us to bag it up and return it. But with reports suggesting much of it ends up being burned, is our recycling effort going to waste? In this episode, we dive into why it's still worth recycling flexible plastic. Plus, we explore how plastic is mechanically recycled, whether cables can be recycled, and we have a question about glass recycling, does it get melted twice?
Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Staniforth as they delve into the world of recycling, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.
To get exclusive videos and clips, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcast
Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected] or by texting them via WhatsApp
Relevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.ee
Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL
1 Listener
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FAQ
How many episodes does Talking Rubbish have?
Talking Rubbish currently has 22 episodes available.
What topics does Talking Rubbish cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, How To, Environment, Climate Change, Documentary, Podcasts, Education and Sustainability.
What is the most popular episode on Talking Rubbish?
The episode title '8. Who's really paying for your recycling?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Talking Rubbish?
The average episode length on Talking Rubbish is 44 minutes.
How often are episodes of Talking Rubbish released?
Episodes of Talking Rubbish are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Talking Rubbish?
The first episode of Talking Rubbish was released on Jul 25, 2024.
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