Recycled Idaho

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326

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Dec 2025

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Two recycling industry Veterans Brett Ekart and Nick Snyder explore Idaho businesses and organizations that are PUTTIN' IN THE WORK to keep Idaho environmentally and economically viable at the same time.....take a listen to how these entrepreneurs, business owners, and operators are making things happen in the great State of Idaho!

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December 5, 202524 min

Recycled Idaho | Episode 31 | Done Right Dumpster

On this episode of Recycled Idaho, guest Wyatt Smith of Done Right Dumpster discusses his business, focusing on providing fast, clean, short-term dumpster rentals while competing against the monopolistic franchise agreements held by major haulers in Idaho. Smith explains his successful fight to get a state bill passed in 2023, which went into effect July 1st, guaranteeing temporary project roll-off services are now allowed statewide. Produced by Recycled Media.

November 26, 20251 hr 3 min

Recycled Idaho | Episode 30 | NxEdge

On this episode of Recycled Idaho, Nick is joined by Shannon Tillet to share his inspiring two-year journey battling advanced stage cancer and the immense love and support that continues to fuel his incredibly positive mindset. As we approach Thanksgiving, hear Shannon's perspective on investing in yourself, seizing opportunity, and focusing on gratitude and love to live every moment to the fullest.Produced by Recycled Media.

October 13, 202531 min

Recycled Idaho | Episode 29 | Data Airflow

On this episode of Recycled Idaho, Nick is joined by Eric Sonner to discuss his career transition from growing up on an Idaho farm and entering the HVAC trade to becoming a leader in building massive data centers for cryptocurrency mining and AI High Performance Computing (HPC). Sonner details the rapid, expensive scale of these projects, including a 527-megawatt AI HPC site under construction in New York, and emphasizes the personal philosophy of setting and achieving huge goals. Produced by Recycled Media.

October 3, 202527 min

Recycled Idaho | Episode 28 | Junk Holler

On this episode of Recycled Idaho, Nick is once again joined by Royce Porkert of Junk Holler to discuss leadership, managing rapid growth, and maintaining a strong team and family mentality. This episode dives into the company's philosophy of prioritizing longevity, sharpening the blade against competition, and the vital importance of showing empathy when dealing with customers' emotional attachments during cleanups. Produced by Recycled Media.

September 24, 20251 hr 3 min

Recycled Idaho | Episode 27 | B&K Auto and Recycling

On this episode of Recycled Idaho, Nick is joined by Bow Boston, who details his career in the scrap metal industry, beginning with his early days hauling scrap and pallets in high school in Eastern Oregon. Bow discusses the challenges and successes of opening and expanding multiple B&K yards in Oregon, including the first facility in La Grande and the subsequent opening of a yard in his hometown of Pendleton. Produced by Recycled Media.

March 24, 20258 min

Metal Monday Episode #12 with Nick and Brett, March 24th, 2025

It's another Metal Monday and Brett and Nick talk spring break, the importance of a good work-life balance, and how to explain pricing discrepancies in the markets to customers. Produced by Recycled Media.

March 17, 20259 min

Metal Monday Episode #11 with Nick and Brett, March 17th, 2025

It's St. Patrick's Day and to honor it, the metals markets are looking pretty green! Tune in to hear the latest in copper and what to expect despite the stock market being down. Produced by Recycled Media.

March 10, 20258 min

Metal Monday Episode #10 with Nick and Brett, March 10th, 2025

It's METAL MONDAY!!!! Brett and Nick are back to discuss why copper has taken a hit, why ferrous markets still aren't up as much as people expected and why rhodium is doing so well. Produced by Recycled Media.

March 3, 20255 min

Metal Monday Episode #9 with Nick and Brett, March 3rd, 2025

It's a new month and it's starting off strong with a green Monday. Nick and Brett recap how the month of February went, share their optimism for March and explain why it's all a guessing game at this point. Produced by Recycled Media.

February 24, 20257 min

Metal Monday Episode #8 with Nick and Brett, February 24th, 2025

It's another Metal Monday and Nick and Brett are back to talk about copper being down, how weather is influencing scrap flow across the country, and how optimistic they are for March. Produced by Recycled Media.