Trash Talk That Matters: Amy Jernigan’s Journey with Heart

In this trashy episode, Erin and Jaymes Lackey chat with Amy Jernigan, a wife, mom, Rotarian, and self-proclaimed “trashy friend” whose passion for people and the community shines through everything she does. As a long-time employee at Recology, Amy turns her love of service into action by helping communities across Northern California rethink waste, embrace sustainability, and build connections rooted in care.Amy shares her personal journey to Butte County and the meaningful lessons she’s learned along the way, from balancing family and community life to finding purpose in unexpected places. With her signature humor and humility, she reminds listeners that real change starts close to home and that there’s beauty and value in the things (and people) others might overlook.This heartfelt conversation is filled with warmth, laughter, and genuine inspiration — a perfect reminder that when we lead with compassion, we all leave the world a little brighter.Join Erin and Jaymes Lackey for our hyper-positive regional podcast highlighting local individuals in Northern California who have a Heart of Gold.