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Plastic Podcast

Pine Forest Media
Microplastics
Plastic Pollution
Environmental Justice
Food Safety
Social Justice
Plastic Art
Environmental Pollution
Environmental Activism
Climate Change
Public Health
Drinking Water
Plastic Waste
Marine Biology
Plastic Waste Trade
Acrylic Paint
Chemical Exposure
Endocrine Disruption
Global Plastics Treaty
Plastics and Human Health Research Unit
Minderoo Foundation

Plastic is everywhere—from our oceans to our food, our bodies, and our laws. Plastic Podcast dives deep into the science behind plastic pollution, breaking down the latest research and tracing the global effort to tackle this crisis through the upcoming United Nations Treaty on Plastic Pollution. Hosted by science communicator Clark Marchese, each episode features experts from around the world—sci... more

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🎧 New from Pine Forest Media: Oceanography

From the creators of The Plastic Podcast, Oceanography is a new weekly series exploring the science, policy, and people working to protect our oceans. Hosted by science communicator Clark Marchese, the pod... more

It’s time to talk about a United Nations Treaty on Plastic Pollution. After months of anticipation, this episode focuses on the treaty’s negotiating process, the main actors involved, and the key interests at play. Joined by expert guest Tara Olsen, ... more

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In this episode of Plastic Podcast, host Clark Marchese dives into the emergence and spread of anti-plastic movements, tracing their roots from local grassroots actions to global health policy. Clark speaks with Leah Shipton, a PhD candidate speciali... more

Today we dive into the case study of Cancer Alley. We investigate the environmental and health impacts of a region in Louisiana notorious for its high concentration of petrochemical plants. The discussion focuses on how pollution from these industrie... more

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Tara Olsen
Researcher focused on mapping treaty negotiations on plastic pollution
Lund University
Episode: The Road to Busan and Beyond: A United Nations Treaty on Plastics with Tara Olsen
Leah Shipton
PhD candidate focusing on global health policy and governance
University of British Columbia
Episode: The Evolution of Anti-Plastic Norms with Leah Shipton
Dr. Kimberly Terrell
Director of the Community Engagement Program and a Staff Scientist at Tulane Environmental Law Clinic
Tulane Environmental Law Clinic
Episode: Cancer Alley and Environmental Gaslighting with Dr. Kimberly Terrell and Gianna St. Julien
Gianna St. Julien
Staff Researcher and Community Engagement Specialist at Tulane Environmental Law Clinic
Tulane Environmental Law Clinic
Episode: Cancer Alley and Environmental Gaslighting with Dr. Kimberly Terrell and Gianna St. Julien
Dr. Mark Gibbons
Marine ecologist with a special interest in plankton, particularly jellyfish, and newston organisms.
University of the Western Cape
Episode: Neuston: Life on an Ocean Garbage Patch with Dr. Mark Gibbons
Farzana Quoquab
Associate Professor at Osman Hashim International Business School, Malaysia
University of Technology, Malaysia
Episode: Plastic and Tourism: How to Travel Better and Transform the Industry with Dr. Farzana Quoquab
Dr. Annika Jahnke
Environmental chemist focusing on bioaccumulation of organic contaminants and plastic weathering impacts.
Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research
Episode: Ocean Hotspots: Macro and Micro Plastics with Dr. Annika Jahnke and Robby Rynek
Robby Rynek
PhD candidate investigating microplastics distribution in the Pacific Ocean.
Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research
Episode: Ocean Hotspots: Macro and Micro Plastics with Dr. Annika Jahnke and Robby Rynek
Seun Kolade
Professor of entrepreneurship and digital transformation at Sheffield University, focusing on circular plastic economy and digital technologies.
Sheffield University
Episode: Digital Tech and the Circular Economy of Plastic across African Contexts with Dr. Seun Kolade and Wumni Ogunde

Host

Clark Marchese
Host of the show and a science communicator who brings expert insights about plastic pollution and environmental issues to the audience.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Excellent podcast

    Very well said, well researched, great science that is easy to follow. I highly recommend this podcast .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Macattacknoslack
    United Statesa year ago
  • My favorite podcast!!!

    ❤️❤️This podcast is amazing— so well researched, featuring expert guests who are passionate to share their specialty, and of best of all, subtle comedy and nods to queer culture by the host. A must listen!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alayna from Paris
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love

    What an adorable host! So smart and extremely knowledgeable! I love love loved this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hello it’s M3
    United Statesa year ago
  • Beyond mind-blown

    I’ve never been one to listen to podcasts, let alone podcasts about environmental matters, but PFM has made engaging with this topic so much fun and entertaining. I think PFM has tapped into a way of learning, teaching and presenting that not even Beyoncé has thought of yet. Also proud to see a queerly-produced podcast emulate such eloquence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JevDef
    South Africaa year ago
  • We ♥️ gays and science

    Researched, relevant and really fun! A perfect source of digestible scientific information, with an adorable host

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NathJ99fif
    United Statesa year ago

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What is a Zero Waste City? with Jack McQuibban
Q: What does it take to get a five-star rating?
To achieve a five-star rating, a city must have a door-to-door collection system, economic incentives for waste reduction, conduct residual waste assessments, and promote community engagement.
What is a Zero Waste City? with Jack McQuibban
Q: What sorts of waste do you focus on?
Zero Waste Europe focuses predominantly on municipal solid waste generated by households and household-like businesses, as this allows for impactful behavioral change and longer-term effects.
What is a Zero Waste City? with Jack McQuibban
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about that? What is it? When did it start? What do you need to do to get one? Who has gotten one?
The Zero Waste Cities Certificate is a new initiative started in March 2021, designed to set standards for municipalities aiming for zero waste. Municipalities must meet specific criteria to earn a rating, with 16 cities currently certified.
The Road to Busan and Beyond: A United Nations Treaty on Plastics with Tara Olsen
Q: How do you go about fitting all of those topics into one document?
The treaty is structured into different parts addressing objectives, substantive aspects, financing, and compliance, although it is complex due to the interlinked nature of the various issues.
The Road to Busan and Beyond: A United Nations Treaty on Plastics with Tara Olsen
Q: Can you give us a brief introduction to what this treaty is?
The United Nations is negotiating an internationally legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, focusing on the full life cycle of plastics and aiming for a comprehensive approach that includes both binding and voluntary measures.

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What is Plastic Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on addressing the pervasive issue of plastic pollution, the series explores various dimensions of the topic, featuring insights from a diverse range of experts including scientists, policymakers, and activists. Key discussions revolve around the science of microplastics, health implications, environmental justice, and international collaborations such as the United Nations Treaty on Plastic Pollution. Each episode not only highlights the latest research but also unveils the complex interplay between plastic use and environmental issues, offering listeners innovative solutions and recommendations for action. Unique to this series is its emphasis on incorporating Indigenous approaches to governance and the intersection of sustainabili... more

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1. Tara Olsen
2. Leah Shipton
3. Dr. Kimberly Terrell
4. Gianna St. Julien
5. Dr. Mark Gibbons
6. Farzana Quoquab
7. Dr. Annika Jahnke
8. Robby Rynek

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