
This is the podcast for scrap metal traders and operators who want to get sharper without losing their scrappy edge.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 90 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Business | |||

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In this episode of Born Scrappy I sit down with Brett Ekart, Serial Entrepreneur, Owner of United Metals Recycling and the host of A Scrap Life podcast, for a masterclass in what it really means to grow. Not just bigger, but smarter... more
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In this episode of Born Scrappy I sit down with Michael Lion, Former Owner of Philipp & Lion and Former Consultant & Chairman at Sims Metal Management, for a masterclass in what really happens when it all goes wrong and what you can... more
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In this episode of Born Scrappy I sit down with Jonathan Ross from John Ross & Sons Ltd., and his son Alex Ross, VP of Ops and Sales. Recorded live at ReMA 2026, this is a candid, unfiltered conversation about what it actually takes... more
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In this week’s episode, I chat to Lenny Formato, Co-founder of Empire Metal Trading. A third-generation recycler out of New York, Lenny has lived and breathed this industry from a young age. From riding trucks as a kid to building a... more
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A show aimed at scrap metal traders and yard operators, balancing practical, hands-on business tactics with industry trends and policy context. Across episodes, listeners hear diversified business strategies, risk management in volatile metal markets, leadership in family or multi-yard operations, and technical insights on pricing, safety, and technology adoption. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on scrappy entrepreneurship, real-world lessons from industry veterans, and a willingness to explore controversial topics like tariffs and brand storytelling to reshape industry perception. This mix helps decision-makers decide where to invest time and capital, whether expanding yards, diversifying portfolios, or adopting new tech solutions to sta... more
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Recent guests on Born Scrappy include:
1. Brett Ekart
2. Michael Lion
3. Jonathan Ross
4. Alex Ross
5. Lenny Formato
6. Andy Golding
7. Erin McCoy
8. Dave Bestwick
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