
Born Scrappy
The go-to podcast for scrap metal exporters and traders
Podcasting since 2023 • 75 episodes
Born Scrappy
Latest Episodes
Shaping Tomorrow’s Industry with Nathan Workman
In this week’s episode, I sit down with Nathan Workman from Pure Aluminum. We explore the future of aluminum and the lessons he’s learned from over a decade in the industry.Nathan started his career at Kaiser Aluminum, where he worked in...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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42:26

Driving Long-Term Success with Michael Sciaba
In this week’s episode, I chat with Michael Sciaba, General Manager of Allied Recycling Center. He’s one of the most hands-on, grounded operators in the game!Michael’s journey started young, working in his family’s construction business ...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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44:25

Leading by Example with Becky Proler
In this week’s episode, I chat to Becky Proler, President of SCR Recycling and a powerhouse in the metal recycling world.Becky’s family is credited with inventing the "Prolerizer," the first automobile shredder, a revolutionary innovati...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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43:42

Diving into Scrap Expo 2025 with Jim Keefe
In this week’s episode, I chat to Jim Keefe, Executive Vice President of GIE Media and the driving force behind Scrap Expo - one of the most operator-friendly events in the metal recycling industry.Jim shares his 30+ year journey in the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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39:53

Blending Heritage and Innovation with Ryan Weinstein
In today’s episode I chat to Ryan Weinstein, Vice President of M&M Recycling.He’s a second-generation scrappy who literally grew up in the yard, and now oversees four locations including a shredding facility.Ryan blends old-sc...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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38:04
