
The Brian Lehrer Show How to Compost in NYC
Mar 31, 2025
Liam Quigley, a reporter for WNYC and Gothamist, specializes in New York City’s parks and sanitation. He discusses the challenges of the city’s new mandatory composting program, which is facing low compliance and potential fines for property owners. Liam offers practical tips for composting in cramped urban spaces and tackles the common issue of pests, especially in Brooklyn. He also highlights innovative composting options and the pivotal role of effective waste management in reducing the city's rat population.
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Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Composting in NYC: A Practical Guide
02:02 • 12min
Tackling Urban Composting Challenges
13:49 • 2min
Fines and Strategies in NYC Composting Efforts
15:20 • 2min
Addressing Composting Compliance and Urban Waste Management
17:34 • 2min
Composting Innovations in NYC
19:20 • 7min
