This week, Plastic Podcast is handing over the microphone to Pine Forest Media's new series South Pole to talk about Plastic in Antarctica.

Join us on "South Pole," where host Clark Marchese explores the unexpected presence of plastic in Antarctica. Today's guest, Dr. Clara Manno, a marine ecologist at the British Antarctic Survey, discusses the extensive pollution reaching even the most remote ecosystems. Learn about the various forms of plastic infiltrating the Antarctic environment, their pathways, and the profound impacts on local wildlife and ecological functions. This episode highlights the urgent need for global cooperation to tackle plastic pollution and preserve Antarctica's pristine nature. Tune in to uncover how interconnected our actions are with the health of remote ecosystems and what we can do to mitigate our environmental footprint.

Episode Guest: Dr. Clara Manno

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Hosted, produced, written, and edited by Clark Marchese

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Theme music by Nela Ruiz

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In this week's episode of the Plastic Podcast, where we dive deep into the interplay between environmental psychology and plastic use, focusing on Indonesia. Join us as we explore the PISCES project with Dr. Anastasia Voronkova from the University of Plymouth. We'll unravel how psychology can help modify behaviors around plastic consumption, delve into Indonesia’s unique challenges with waste banks and religious practices, and discover what the West can learn from the majority world about managing plastic waste. Dr. Voronkova sheds light on how environmental psychology can provide insights into our relationship with plastic, influencing policies and practices to better tackle this pervasive issue.

Episode Guests: Dr. Anastasia Voronkova

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Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese

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Theme music by Tadeo Cabellos

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In this thought-provoking episode of the Plastic Podcast, host Clark Marchese and guest expert Rachel Karasik delve into a comprehensive life cycle assessment of plastic, exploring its impacts from production to disposal. They discuss not only the environmental and health damages associated with each stage of plastic's journey but also the often overlooked economic benefits that contribute to its pervasive use. Through detailed analysis, they uncover how plastic's lifecycle impacts various populations differently, emphasizing the need for policies that address these inequalities. This episode illuminates the complex interplay between economic gains and public health costs in the world of plastic, making a strong case for more informed and intentional use of this ubiquitous material. Join us as we navigate the intricate pathways of plastic’s lifelong impact on human health and role in our economy.

Episode Guests: Rachel Karasik

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Hosted, produced, written, and edited by Clark Marchese

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Theme music by Tadeo Cabellos

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