FeedRead

Episode 1 - Retro Trash Turned Treasure by Patrick Scott Patterson

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​In this episode of FeedRead, we share a true story by gaming advocate Patrick Scott Patterson. Around a decade ago, he struck a deal with a Texas e-waste recycling plant (GEEP) to buy tons of classic consoles—like NES, SNES, Sega, and even arcade cabinets—for just 40 cents a pound before they were destroyed.

​He didn't hoard them: he distributed systems to military charities and youth esports…