#15: Grassroots Trash Cleanup in Columbus | How Collin Marshall Harnessed the r/Columbus Subreddit to Launch Trash Party

Trash Party is a local grassroots cleanup group that started earlier this spring and has expanded in growth over the past few months. What started as one person cleaning up trash has now grown into weekly events that draw 30-40 Columbus residents who all share the desire to make the city a little bit cleaner and a whole lot better, while also fostering community across the city. Since they started a few months ago, they've collected over 1,500 full bags of garbage, dozens of discarded tires, 50 shopping carts, hundreds of propane tanks, and many other bulk items. Nearly 19,000 pounds of trash! Collin and his group hope to continue to grow and lead Columbus in a positive direction. With all the support and love they've received from the community so far, and with many local partnerships with businesses and other organizations starting to take shape, they're excited about their future in the city and what they can do to help the most people. Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3y31wwyAx46On4KJfXg8O_KvN65olFSVcmgHw0T9k68YADA/viewform0:00: Collin Intro1:01: What is Trash Party?9:33: Collin’s story coming to Columbus12:44: Geeking out about the Franklinton Flood Wall17:33: Flood mitigation projects happening in Columbus21:15: Developing community by picking up trash26:25: Trash Party’s Growth30:19: Partnership with Keep Columbus Beautiful32:42: What the first couple cleanups were like33:51: How to help35:51: Excitement and concerns about the future of Columbus 38:31: Favorite places to eat, drink, hangoutWelcome to the Columbus Chronicle! This is a podcast dedicated to Columbus and central Ohio. Join host Connor Dunwoodie and meet the people, learn the places, and hear the stories from the people who make this city what it is.