Dumpster Diving w/ Matt of @AnUrbanHarvesterDumpster Diving w/ Matt of @AnUrbanHarvester
Hippie Haven Podcast: How To Live A Harmonious Life
Today's guest is Matt known on Instagram as @AnUrbanHarvester where he fights food waste by living off of food. He rescues daily from his local supermarket dumpsters. In this episode he shares more about why and how he dumpster dives, the safety of dumpster diving, why grocery stores are throwing out still edible food and what we as individuals can do to fight industrial food waste beyond dumpster diving.
30:58•31 Jul 2019
Dumpster Diving for a Greener Tomorrow with Matt of @AnUrbanHarvester
“For every harvest, I'm going to estimate, using the local supermarket prices, how much this harvest is worth, so that you know after every week and after every month and at the end of a whole year, we can estimate how much I've kind of saved.”
Ever wondered what happens to all the food that grocery stores throw away? Meet Matt, known as @AnUrbanHarvester on Instagram, who has made it his mission to tackle industrial food waste head-on by dumpster diving. In this episode of the Hippie Haven Podcast, hosted by the ever-inspiring Callee, Matt dives deep into the world of food rescue, sharing his experiences and insights on living off food discarded by supermarkets. Matt doesn't just talk about dumpster diving; he lives it.
He explains why he started this unconventional lifestyle and addresses the safety concerns that often come with it. You'll be surprised to learn just how much perfectly edible food ends up in dumpsters and how Matt calculates the cost of each harvest he saves, highlighting the staggering amount of waste. But it’s not just about diving into dumpsters. Matt offers practical tips on how you can support local farmers and fight food waste in your own community.
From understanding why grocery stores discard so much food to learning actionable steps you can take, this episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone passionate about sustainability and eco-activism. Callee, a zero-waste activist and entrepreneur, brings her own rich experiences to the conversation, making this episode not just informative but also incredibly motivating.
Whether you're new to the concept of dumpster diving or a seasoned eco-warrior, Matt's story will inspire you to think differently about food waste and take meaningful action. So, if you're ready to challenge the status quo and make a positive impact on the environment, tune in to hear Matt's journey and discover how you can contribute to a more sustainable future.
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