So, You Want to Start Composting
Summary
Wirecutter’s sustainability editor Katie Okamoto joins the show to explain the environmental benefits of composting and how to get started. The episode covers various methods, from municipal pickup and backyard piles to indoor options like freezing scraps or using worm bins. Guests share practical tips on selecting kitchen containers, managing odors, and avoiding common mistakes with "compostable" plastics.
Topics discussed
Intro: Instagram teen accounts and safety features
Introduction to composting with Katie Okamoto
Environmental benefits and municipal composting rules
Composting options: Services, drop-offs, and methods
What to compost: Greens, browns, and common myths
Choosing kitchen compost bins and managing odors
Freezing scraps and selecting bin materials
Ad break: Instagram, Egg Life, and Montblanc
Pros and cons of using compostable liners
Cleaning bins and reducing smells with vinegar
Countertop composters vs. food recyclers
Chicken composting story and episode credits
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