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Plastisphere: A podcast on plastic pollution in the environment

Anja Krieger
Plastic Pollution
Global Plastics Treaty
Plastics Treaty
Plastics
Plastic Production Subsidies
Waste Management
Climate Change
Chemical Industry Lobbyists
Environmental Health
Environmental Justice
Fossil Fuel Subsidies
CIEL (center For International Environmental Law)
Greenpeace
Chemical Recycling
PFAS
Microplastics
Health Impacts
Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee
Global Plastic Treaty
Fossil Fuel Lobby

The podcast on plastic, people, and the planet by @anjakrieger. Plastics have become the basis for our modern lives, but they also pollute the planet. Will we be able to develop a healthy relationship with these materials we’ve created? Follow Anja on a journey into the world of synthetic polymers, their impacts on nature and ourselves, and the global quest to tackle plastic pollution. Her episode... more

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Artwork for Plastisphere: A podcast on plastic pollution in the environment

Latest Episodes

It's the elephant in the room: The growth of plastic production and how that contributes to pollution. In this episode, we're taking a look at why it's important to not only tackle the waste plastic causes, but also the source of the issue itself. An... more

You’ve probably heard the mantra of reduce, reuse, recycle. And oftentimes, it’s that last word, recycle, that we think of when looking to solve plastic pollution. But the order of that mantra has a deeper meaning, it’s a hierachy, sorted by prioriti... more

When we speak about plastic pollution, a central idea to solve it is that of the circular economy. And when this idea of circularity is mentioned, recycling is often the first thing that comes to mind. But recycling is just one of the elements in the... more

Wouldn’t it be great to have something like guilt-free plastics? A plastic product you can just buy without worrying that you are contributing to pollution in the environment? That’s the promise of plastic credits. The idea is that if you do have to ... more

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Recent Guests

Melanie Bergmann
Marine biologist from the Alfred Wegener Institute in Germany.
Alfred Wegener Institute
Episode: Tackling Plastic Production: Why and How to Do It
Arturo Castillo
Assistant professor in circular economy and circular society
Utrecht University
Episode: Beyond Recycling - The Many Meanings of the Circular Economy
Conor McGlone
Journalist investigating plastic credits
Episode: Guilt-free plastics? The idea of plastic credits and its realities
Benard Ogembo
Journalist from Kenya who reported on Dandora dump site
Episode: Guilt-free plastics? The idea of plastic credits and its realities
Arpita Baghat
Representative of GAIA Asia Pacific, advocating for waste pickers' rights
GAIA Asia Pacific
Episode: Guilt-free plastics? The idea of plastic credits and its realities
Sedat Gündogdu
Turkish marine biologist and professor at Cukurova University
Cukurova University
Episode: Plastic Pollution in Turkey, from Biology to Waste Trade
Martin Wagner
Professor of Biology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Episode: Plastic Chemicals - A Toxic Relationship and How We Can Start Fixing It
Jane Muncke
Managing Director and Chief Scientific Officer at the Food Packaging Forum
Food Packaging Forum
Episode: Plastic Chemicals - A Toxic Relationship and How We Can Start Fixing It
Linda Moranis
Environmental activist and key figure in the beach cleanup movement
Ocean Conservancy
Episode: Early Heroines of Plastic Pollution, Part II: Meet the Women who Started the Beach Cleanups (Linda)

Host

Anja Krieger
Host of the podcast, Anja Krieger is a science journalist with a focus on environmental issues and plastic pollution. She engages with experts and activists, presenting a variety of viewpoints on the complexities of plastic waste and its impact on the planet.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • Hervorragend und einzigartig

    Sehr informativ, lebhaft gestaltet und von beeindruckend hoher wissenschaftlicher Qualität.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lars Hil.
    Germany3 months ago
  • thank you

    great and essential odcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mckparis
    France2 years ago
  • On point and well produced

    Pointed and well produced. The Plastisphere is one of those podcast I actively share with others as it's that good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pepijn_itunes
    Denmark2 years ago
  • Plastic package design

    I find your podcast very good in brainstorming various solutions. I have one idea if all manufacturers of beverages,tamato sauces,oils etc could be convinced to pack their products in square interlocking- Lego like- plastic bottles, the ordinary people can use the empty bottles to build internal wall for homes by simply filling the bottles with normal soil closing the lids and interlocking them. Even children can do this work requiring no skill. This will create a situation that empty bottles wi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sadiq Alibhai
    United States3 years ago
  • Informative, fun, and great storytelling

    I never thought I’d be interested in plastics. But this podcast showed me that the topic is brimming with stories that impact our personal lives and global realities. Anja’s episodes are surprising, interesting, and they connect the big picture environmental crisis we’re facing with policy, science, and the daily actions we take as consumers. I appreciate the in-depth research and variety of voices featured in each episode, as well as the great skill and care with which Anja produces each episod... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LuiEms
    United States3 years ago

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Positive reviews highlight the engaging storytelling and variety of expert voices featured in each episode.
The podcast is praised for its ability to connect personal experiences with broader environmental issues.
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Many find the information shared both enlightening and essential for understanding the plastics crisis.

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Beyond Recycling - The Many Meanings of the Circular Economy
Q: How can we ensure we talk about the same thing when discussing the circular economy?
One way is to incorporate both circular economy and circular society into the conversation, avoiding the exclusive focus on economic transactions.
Beyond Recycling - The Many Meanings of the Circular Economy
Q: What is the circular economy?
The circular economy is about preserving resources and energy and involves various strategies beyond just recycling.
Guilt-free plastics? The idea of plastic credits and its realities
Q: What would be necessary to change regarding plastic pollution?
There needs to be a global plastic treaty limiting the production of plastic and addressing the entire lifecycle of plastic.
Guilt-free plastics? The idea of plastic credits and its realities
Q: What is the state of plastic credits and how are they impacting waste pickers?
Plastic credits are intended to offset plastic usage, but they often lead to poorer conditions for waste pickers instead of benefiting them.
Plastic Pollution in Turkey, from Biology to Waste Trade
Q: What made you decide to be more courageous and speak up?
I have to bring this into agenda, because if there is a public health problem related with my topic, so I have to explain this.

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Content focuses on the multifaceted impacts of plastic pollution on the environment and human health, highlighting the urgency of addressing this global crisis. Episodes feature expert interviews, personal stories, and activist perspectives that explore the complex relationship society has with synthetic materials. Listeners are engaged through discussions on legislative measures, environmental activism, public health implications, and innovative solutions to reduce plastic waste. Uniquely, the podcast emphasizes community involvement and citizen science, inviting listeners to reflect on their roles in tackling plastic pollution while providing a rich auditory landscape that is both informative and compelling.

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