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This Is How New York City Takes Out Its Trash

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Based on the episode description, not a full transcript. Source evidence retrieved 09/11/2026, 09:33:26 UTC.

Briefings

Joshua Goodman, DSNY deputy commissioner for public affairs, states New York City's trash collection remains one of the last non-neoliberal services, offering free and unlimited access to 24 million pounds daily. The city utilizes a new containerization program and side-loading trucks built in under 18 months to manage this volume. Recycling is defended against skepticism, and access to detailed content is restricted to Bloomberg subscribers.

Key points

• Joshua Goodman serves as the DSNY's deputy commissioner for public affairs and customer experience.
• The city processes 24 million pounds of trash daily through a new containerization program.

Context

Joshua Goodman, DSNY deputy commissioner for public affairs and customer experience, explains the logistical dance required to sort through 24 million pounds of trash daily. The city utilizes a new containerization program and side-loading trucks built in under 18 months to manage this volume.

Limitations

Access to detailed content is restricted to Bloomberg subscribers. The podcast is a single snapshot from November 2026, and the evidence does not provide broader context on the city's waste management history or future projections.

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