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"We need to be doing everything that we can at this moment to provide a healthy environment and to give back to Mother Earth, all of which we have been stripping from her on a regular basis.\\u201d
- Ricky Ludeman
In a timely episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas podcast, host Randy Wilburn sits down with Ricky Ludeman, the forward-thinking founder of Ozark Compost and Swap. Ricky isn\'t your average entrepreneur; he\'s a man on a mission to turn food waste into gold\\u2014well, into soil-enriching compost. Inspired by his time in the sustainability-focused culture of Northern California, Ricky brought that eco-conscious ethos back to Northwest Arkansas and took a leap of faith into the world of entrepreneurship with zero prior experience.
It\'s not just about composting; it\'s about fostering a holistic relationship with the environment. Ricky eloquently sums it up: "We need to be doing everything that we can at this moment to provide a healthy environment and to give back to Mother Earth, all of which we have been stripping from her on a regular basis."
Through his story, Ricky aims to ignite the spark in you\\u2014the aspiring entrepreneur or community member\\u2014to take action for a more sustainable future, even when faced with uncertainties or obstacles. If you\'ve ever felt the pull to contribute positively to your community and our planet, this episode with Ricky Ludeman is the motivation to get started.
Tune in to discover the power of community-driven sustainability, the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, and actionable ways you can contribute to a healthier environment right in your backyard.
All this and more on this episode of the I am Northwest Arkansas podcast.
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