Rubbish Talk

In this episode, we chat with John Morrison, Waste Strategy Coordinator at South Ayrshire Council. John shares his journey from street cleaner to managing waste operations across the Ayrshire coast, the highs and challenges of his career, and his passion for making a difference in the waste sector. Tune in to hear his thoughts on public littering, career advice, and even one of his punk rock songs...

In this episode of the Rubbish Talk Podcast, we sit down with Neil Duncan, Chief Operating Officer at Clearwater Ltd., to explore his journey from the railway industry to waste management. Neil shares insights on the challenges and opportunities in the waste sector, the importance of sustainability, and his vision for the future, including the creation of a Waste Academy. Tune in to hear valuable...

Join us as we sit down with Stuart Stockman, an experienced Waste Disposal Technician with Stirling Council. Stuart has been dedicated to managing waste and recycling processes for over a decade and has a wealth of knowledge and experiences to share. Stuart Stockman’s dedication to waste management in Stirling demonstrates how one individual’s passion can greatly influence a community's approa...

In this episode of Rubbish Talk, we have the pleasure of speaking with Elspeth Watson, a dedicated Training Instructor for the Neighbourhood Regeneration and Sustainability Department at Glasgow City Council.  Elspeth shares her passion for making a positive impact in Glasgow through her work in training and development.

Join us as we chat with our special guest, Anna Klos, a passionate environmentalist. Anna's journey in the waste management sector is both diverse and inspiring. Her early passion for the environment has driven her dedication to quality, safety, and compliance. Don't miss this inspiring episode!

Join us for Episode 40 featuring Nick Noble, a marketing industry veteran with 30 years of experience, who has recently ventured into the waste sector. Nick shares his journey, insights, and future aspirations for Danu Robotics and the waste industry. Whether you’re a waste industry veteran or new to the field, this episode is packed with valuable information and inspiration.

Join us as we chat with Nigel Tomlinson, who serves as the Commercial Director at GAP Group, Northeast Limited. Hear all about Nigel's journey, insights into the waste management industry, and exciting developments at GAP Group. Don’t miss out on his valuable advice and perspectives!

Join us as we chat with Amy Bird, a powerhouse in the metal recycling industry, sharing her journey and insights. Amy’s story is a testament to resilience, passion, and the transformative power of recycling. Tune in to hear more about her incredible journey, the challenges she’s overcome, and her vision for a more sustainable future.

Join us as we delve into John’s fascinating journey, glean insights from his wealth of experience, and explore the evolving landscape of Waste Management in our latest podcast episode. Don't miss out on this enriching conversation!

We're thrilled to introduce our special guest, Louise Cowan! Louise is a Director in the Climate team at Local Partnerships. Her journey into the Waste Industry is both unique and inspiring, join us in celebrating Louise's remarkable journey and gain valuable insights into Waste Management and Sustainability!

We're thrilled to welcome Craig Chandler, an esteemed professional with over 24 years of experience in the waste/resource sector. Join us as we delve into Craig's fascinating journey, glean insights from his wealth of experience, and explore the evolving landscape of waste management. Don't miss out on this enriching conversation!

Dive into our latest Rubbish Talk episode with Marcus Holden, Senior Consultant at BACB Renewables! Discover insights into waste management, landfill gas extraction, and emerging energy tech. Tune in for career stories, industry challenges, and future projects. Listen now for invaluable advice and inspiration!

Dive into the extraordinary journey of Terry March, a true veteran of the waste management industry! From beginning as an apprentice metallurgist to his current roles in quality assurance and mentoring, Terry's story is one of dedication and passion. Join us as we explore his insights, challenges, and the importance of environmental responsibility.

Listen to Duncan’s fascinating journey through the Waste and Recycling sector and discover his passion for the environment! We chat about some of his favourite memories, hobbies and how he wants to keep making a difference within the sector.

This week, we welcome Colin Clark as our guest, who dedicated his career to the Waste Sector for over 35 years before retiring. We chat about Colin's journey through the Waste Sector, some of his favourite memories/trips and the comical events which followed. We also find out what Colin likes to do in his spare time since retiring.

Our guest this week is Robert Robb, Manager within the Waste Resources/Streetscene Services within North Ayrshire Council Robert has worked in waste management his full career since he first started as a bin man in the late 80s. He is very passionate about his family/friends, the waste management services, standing up for the public sector, golfing, poetry and mindfulness.

Wendy is a chartered civil engineer and has worked in the water/waste and circular economy for most of her career. Her passion is supporting behavior change and understanding how we can  be more strategic in our longer term resource management. To minimise our carbon footprints and to support useful ways in which to create a regenerative approach to our activities. You can find Wendy on ⁠LinkedIn⁠

Join us for an insightful episode featuring Simon Glen, a seasoned professional with over 30 years of expertise in waste, resource management, and renewable energy. As the Director of Gather, Simon provides deep market insights, technical expertise, and financial analysis, offering valuable support to both the public and private sectors. Currently, Simon is involved in two dynamic businesses, Natu...

Welcome back to the first episode of 2024!  In this episode, we turn the mic around to our hosts Alasdair & Jane and quiz them on all things Rubbish Talk! After 26 guests we have A LOT to think about and discuss, so tune in now for a bit of excitement and test your Rubbish Talk knowledge. Visit https://rubbishtalk.co.uk/ to sign up for our Newsletter!

Join us for an exciting live episode of Rubbish Talk as Alasdair engages in a lively discussion with Louise Robertson and Nina Cameron, recent graduates of the University of the West of Scotland’s Waste Industry CPD modules. Broadcasting directly from the festive CIWM Christmas Lunch, our live audience gets an exclusive insight into the world of waste management. Discover how the UWS CPD course ha...

In episode 25, we chat to Alex CEO of Hubbub, an environmental charity based in London that is here to inspire change, visit Hubbub HERE ! We discuss Alex’s past career in the music industry as well as some of the VIRAL campaigns he has worked on over the years. Tune in now for your dose of environmental Rubbish Talk !

In episode 24 of Rubbish Talk we have a brilliant chat with Sheila Best! Sheila is currently the Waste Services Manager for Perth & Kinross Council in Scotland. With 20 years resource sector & environmental management experience she has successfully delivered on key projects for the Local Authority. This episode begins with Alasdair & Elleisha discussing some interesting environmental...

Join Alasdair and Jane for Episode 23 of Rubbish Talk as they discuss the latest environmental updates, featuring guest Colin Forshaw. On this week’s episode we speak to Colin about his career in the waste industry. Having spent over 20 years in waste and recycling operations, most of which in Scotland, Colin is responsible for the management of several local authority contracts, most notably with...

Join Alasdair and Elleisha for a deep dive into the latest environmental updates, featuring a fascinating discussion on Halloween pumpkin waste. This week, we're thrilled to welcome a very special guest, Pamela Walker, the Northeast Waste Projects Manager at Aberdeen City Council. With over three decades of experience in waste management and a wealth of knowledge in sustainable practices, Pam...

In this episode we talk to David Balmer from ERS, David walks us through his career journey and his passion for working in the waste sector.