Talkin' Trash with Will Nash

Waste management planner John Watson joins Will Nash for a conversation about the real reason recycling remains so confusing — and it has less to do with waste than it does with people. With nearly 20 years of experience helping municipalities improve waste programs across Ontario, John shares what he's learned about human behavior, public education, and why even the best-designed systems can...

Waste management professional John Watson joins Will Nash for a conversation unpacking the latest changes to Ontario’s Blue Box system - and why even industry experts are having a bit of an identity crisis. With nearly 20 years of experience working with municipalities, John breaks down what’s actually changed, why materials like snack wrappers are suddenly acceptable, and why these new rules feel...

Season 2 of Talkin’ Trash with Will Nash dives into what we’re carrying - not just in our bins, but in our minds. Registered Psychotherapist Julie Lewis of Healing VoicesPsychotherapy joins the conversation to unpack the growing reality of eco-anxiety. With so many of us feeling overwhelmed by climate change and its impacts, this episode explores the fears, thought patterns, and emotional weight b...

Season 2 of Talkin’ Trash with Will Nash is officially here! Alec Cooley returns to break down why recyclables still end up in the trash and how thoughtful bin design, clear signage, and strategic placement can completely change recycling behaviour. From colour-coded systems to deskside mini-bins, this episode explores how smart infrastructure makes doing the right thing easy, intuitive, and secon...

Will Nash sits down with Alec Cooley, Senior Advisor at Busch Systems, to tackle one of the biggest questions in recycling: does it actually work? With skepticism on the rise - thanks to confusing guidelines, negative headlines, and the occasional system hiccup - many people are left wondering, “Why should I even bother?” In this episode, Will and Alec break it down: how recycling really works, wh...

Will Nash sits down with Andee Pelan, Executive Director of Living Green Barrie. We look back at how the organization launched Barrie’s very first plastic recycling program and how it continues to lead today’s climate action initiatives. Living Green has always been about turning challenges into opportunities. In this conversation, we explore why climate change can feeloverwhelming and how to shif...

Zoe Bystrov returns to Talkin’ Trash to shine a light on the hidden world of microplastics — those tiny plastic particles invading our lakes, our bodies, and our daily lives. As a passionate leader from Youth for Lake Simcoe, Zoe helps Will bust common recycling myths and reveals why there’s way more to it than just the classic 3Rs. Together, they explore the full 6Rs of recycling — the must-know...

We're excited to welcome back Mackenzie Bradbury, Sustainability and Eco-Impact Coordinator at Busch Systems. Mackenzie joins us to unpack the world of product carbon footprints: what it means, why it’s important, and how businesses can use it to drive real environmental change. We talk about the benefits of understanding your product’s impact, how to start mapping it out, and where to find the ri...

Michelle Dunn is back, and this time, we’re taking recyclingto college! Host Will Nash sits down with Michelle to dive into the challenges and opportunities of recycling in postsecondary institutions. From common mistakes students make to how schools can create greener campuses, Michelle shares expert insights—and yes, she’s brought her trusty water bottle along for the ride! Get ready for practic...

Will Nash has a fun and insightful chat with Michelle Dunn, a powerhouse in Green Initiatives within the education system. Michelle is here to share all her best tips for getting kids excited about recycling and living sustainably—because saving the planet can be fun! From easy ways to get students involved in green practices to convincing schools to back recycling programs, Michelle’s got it all...

In this episode, we’re diving into the depths of environmental activism with the inspiring Zoe Bystrov, a passionate young environmentalist and founder of Youth For Lake Simcoe! Zoe sits down with Will Nash to discuss the crucial role Lake Simcoe plays in preserving our natural world and why it’s vital to protect its watersheds. From safeguarding wildlife to understanding their habitats, Zoe break...

In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the world of waste audits—yes, you heard that right, we’re talking trash!   Will Nash is joined by Busch Systems’ Sustainability & Diversion Advisor Kerstin Mayer! Ever wonder where all that pizza box and old receipt clutter is going? We’ve got you covered. Join us as we break down the science of sorting through your trash (and no, it’s not as gross a...

Will Nash is joined by the always-insightful Mackenzie Bradbury, Busch Systems’ Sustainability & Eco-Impact Coordinator, to dive into the world of the circular economy. They're breaking down what it means to go circular—at work, at home, and in design—giving you the goods on how to make this shift from linear to circular without losing your cool (or your budget). From product design that think...