Human Resources

Name: Human Resources
Released: 2014-08-08T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Tom Szaky

TV Show · Comedy · Reality

This docu-comedy gives an inside look at TerraCycle, a company whose mission is to “eliminate the idea of waste.” This series documents the company’s innovative work, as well as the unique, funny, and often awkward social dynamics around the office.

2014 · 21m

Starring Tom Szaky

EPISODE 1

Talkin’ Trash

Tom and TerraCycle are close to finalizing a deal for a coffee table book of DIY upcycling ideas but the team first needs to create a sample chapter.

21m
EPISODE 2

From Zero to Hero

In an effort to expand their Zero Waste recycling program to small businesses, Rhandi and Dan work on developing a successful sales pitch strategy. While accompanying them on their pitches, Stephen stumbles upon a potential new waste stream.

21m
EPISODE 3

Paint No Stopping Us Now

Tom is eager to start a paint-recycling program. Rick and Ernie work on the recycling science, while Dan sets up a pilot program with a local hardware store. Tom enlists Dean to facilitate a staff graffiti contest at the 10th annual Graffiti Jam.

21m
EPISODE 4

Sticky Situation

After previous failed efforts to recycle gum, Tom tasks Andrew with developing a new plan. The Science and Graphics teams do everything they can to make it work. Meanwhile, in the lead up to his birthday, Dan asks Dennis for help getting in shape.

21m
EPISODE 5

Message in a Bottle

Tom meets with corporate partner Garnier about refreshing their co-sponsored communal garden in Harlem. Tiffany asks Stephen for help on creating an upcycled bench for the garden. Meanwhile, Tom tries to eliminate meat from the office lunch program.

21m
EPISODE 6

Peace, Love and Plastic

When Tom and Stephen each sell the same million pounds of recycled plastic, the team scrambles to find the additional materials needed to fill the extra order. Andrew, Dean and Karina are fed up with the office’s hippie atmosphere and hatch a plan.

21m