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Trash Talk
Welcome to the Trash Talk podcast by the Landfill Group! Join our team as we dive into the world of landfill gas and energy and share our passion for the industry. With a legacy built on over 30 years of experience and involvement in more than 60 projects nationwide, the Landfill Group has become a leader in the landfill gas-to-energy sector—and in each episode, we will explore what guides our work and sets us apart.
Episodes
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35 Years In the Trenches - Where the Landfill Group Began (Part 1)
"I joke around that I was born in a landfill." For Will Brinker, that's not far from the truth. 35 years doesn't happen by accident. In this part one of a…
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Learn or Win: Effort Over Perfection
In this episode of Trash Talk, Dan Zimmerman and Eric Stuehrenberg take on a debate that shows up on nearly every project: is "effort, not perfection"…
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Built for Biogas - Manufacturing for Reliability and Uptime (Part 2)
In Part 2 of Built for Biogas, we take a deeper dive into the technical and operational factors that impact the performance of biogas and RNG facilities. Steve…
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Built for Biogas - What Distinguishes Great Equipment Manufacturers? (Part 1)
What should developers and owners of biogas facilities look for when selecting a biogas equipment manufacturer? In this episode of Trash Talk, Eric…
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Advancing Biogas with Evonik Membranes - Erik Hoving
In this episode of Trash Talk, we are joined by Erik Hoving of Evonik for a discussion on biogas membrane technology. From the fundamentals of how membrane…
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Behind the Meter; The RNG–LDC Connection with Clint Cox
In this episode of Trash Talk, Mike Fenton sits down with Clint Cox of Liberty Utilities (Peach State Natural Gas) to explore the real‑world process of…
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RNG Development: A Municipal Perspective with Drale Short
In this episode of Trash Talk, we sit down with Drale Short, Director of Public Works for Columbus Consolidated Government, to examine renewable natural gas…
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Feedback Is a Gift
Feedback isn’t criticism – it’s an opportunity for growth, but only when we’re willing to give it, receive it, and act on it. In this episode of Trash Talk, we…
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Wellfield Management: Safety at the Center (Part 3)
In this episode of Trash Talk, Mike, Dan, and Eric from the Landfill Group build on our last conversation about cold‑weather wellfield challenges and shift the…
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Cold Weather Impacts on Wellfields with Special Guest LoCI Controls (Part 2)
In this episode of Trash Talk, Mike and Dan from the Landfill Group sit down with special guest Matt Taylor, Director of Business Development at LoCI Controls…
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Wellfield Management: The Art and Science of Landfill Wellfield Operations (Part 1)
This episode of Trash Talk begins an interesting 3-part series on wellfield management. First, Eric sits down with Dan and Mike to unpack what really happens…
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What Does Jade Biogas Engineering Do, Anyway?
From Waste to Innovation: The Engineering Behind Biogas Plant Development In this episode of Trash Talk, Dan Waineo—Director of JADE Biogas Engineering—unpacks…
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What Does Advanced Biogas Systems Do, Anyway?
In this episode of Trash Talk, we’re hanging out at the Advanced Biogas Systems (ABS) plant in Hot Springs, NC. Steve Allman, ABS’ General Manager, and Eric…
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What Does Advance One Do, Anyway?
Ever wonder what it takes to wrangle gas out of a landfill? Andy Murrer from Advance One breaks it down—literally. From drilling wells and laying pipe to…
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What Does Operations Do, Anyway?
Sit down with Dan Zimmerman, Director of Operations at Landfill Group, for an unfiltered look at what it really takes to run RNG facilities day in and day out…
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What does Landfill Group Do, Anyway?
In this episode of Trash Talk, the team is here to finally answer, “What does the Landfill Group actually do?” Spoiler: It’s not just "working at the dump"…
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The Belief Triangle...It’s Everywhere
“It ain't what you don't know that gets you into trouble. It's what you know for sure that just ain't so.” – Mark Twain In this episode of Trash Talk, Mike…
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Advanced Biogas Systems Through the Years
Will Brinker and Steve Allman take us back to the roots of the Landfill Group’s manufacturing branch in this episode of Trash Talk. What began as an unexpected…
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Unscripted with Bill Brinker
In this special episode, we sit down for a candid conversation with the founder and former President of Enerdyne, Bill Brinker, and our Managing Director, Will…
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It All Started With the Flip of a Light Switch
In this episode of Trash Talk, Will, Andy, and Mike share the fascinating journey of the Landfill Group, from its humble beginnings to becoming a leader in…
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Giving Back to the Communities We Live, Work, and Play in
“You make a living by what you get. You make a life by what you give.” – Winston Churchill We have a quick one today! Join our team as they discuss The…
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Breaking Down The EOS Model
In this episode of Trash Talk, our team breaks down the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and how it’s implemented at The Landfill Group. Will and Crystal…
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The Stewardship Mindset
Stewardship is one of The Landfill Group’s core values. So, what does that look like within the company? Join the conversation and learn how stewardship isn’t…
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Breaking Branches, Mastering the Art of the Decision Tree
In this episode of Trash Talk, the team breaks down the concept of The Decision Tree and how it empowers individuals within an organization to make quicker…
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Safety Culture
"Safety is something that happens between your ears, not something you hold in your hands." - Jeff Cooper The Landfill Group team tackles the importance of…
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One Team + Protect Our Culture
What does it take to keep a company culture strong when your team is spread out across the country? In this episode of Trash Talk, we discuss about how the…
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The Values, Vision and Mission that Guide Us
In the first episode of Trash Talk, the Landfill Group team dives into the company’s core values, vision, and mission, exploring what drives our success. We’ll…