A Scrap Life

On this episode of A Scrap Life: American Made, Brett interviews Damon Carson, the founder of Repurposed Materials, about his business model of running an "industrial thrift store" that rescues industrial waste and byproducts for direct, high-value reuse. They explore Carson's background in the waste industry and discuss diverse, real-world examples of repurposing materials, such as ski lift cables, conveyor belts, and ballistic glass, to showcase the economic and environmental benefits of the reuse economy. Produced by Recycled Media.

On this episode of A Scrap Life: Generational Courage, Brett is joined by Shon Duty, Montana Duty and Kaila Burkett of ScrapRight. They dive deep into what it takes to run a multi-generational family scrap business, sharing the unique challenges, lessons learned, and the journey of transitioning leadership to the next generation. Produced by Recycled Media.

In this episode of A Scrap Life, Brett and Aldo discuss the volatility and complexities of the copper trade, specifically focusing on how financing costs, speculation, and potential tariffs impact the industry. They also explore the critical role of logistics in managing cash flow and explain the arbitrage between the COMEX and LME exchanges. Produced by Recycled Media.

In this July edition of The Trade, Brett and Chad discuss the sluggish July 2026 ferrous trade and historically low steel inventory levels. This episode explores how tariffs and domestic demand are keeping the U.S. market bullish even as the rest of the world faces economic weakness. Produced by Recycled Media.

In this June edition of The Trade, Brett and Chad analyze the June 2026 ferrous market "standoff," focusing on the balance between strong domestic mill demand and a cooling export market. They explore how infrastructure projects like data centers are driving scrap usage and discuss why most experts predict a "sideways" market for the month ahead. Produced by Recycled Media.