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—scientists, policymakers, and activists—who share groundbreaking insights and direct recommendations on what should go into this landmark treaty.
Join us as we explore the hidden complexities of plastic, from its impact on health and ecosystems to innovative solutions and Indigenous approaches to governance. We cover pressing topics like microplastics, climate change, waste economies, and environmental justice, while keeping you up-to-date on the treaty negotiations shaping the future of global plastic policy.
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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—scientists, policymakers, and activists—who share groundbreaking insights and direct recommendations on what should go into this landmark treaty.
Join us as we explore the hidden complexities of plastic, from its impact on health and ecosystems to innovative solutions and Indigenous approaches to governance. We cover pressing topics like microplastics, climate change, waste economies, and environmental justice, while keeping you up-to-date on the treaty negotiations shaping the future of global plastic policy.
Subscribe now and be part of the conversation that bridges science and society in the fight against plastic pollution.
Learn more about the show at pineforestpods.com
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This episode delves into Indigenous-led environmental management and the interaction of plastics with Indigenous communities. It explores how Indigenous approaches to plastic pollution offer unique and effective solutions. The episode features an insightful conversation with Riley Cotter, a Master's student at Memorial University, whose research bridges natural science and social justice. Riley discusses their work on microplastics in surface waters and the importance of Indigenous participation in environmental governance. The discussion highlights the diversity of Indigenous perspectives and the need for inclusive, justice-oriented frameworks in plastic pollution management. Join us for an enlightening episode on the intersection of science, society, and Indigenous knowledge.
Episode Guests: Riley Cotter
Read Riley Cotter’s Review of Participation of Indigenous Peoples in Plastics Pollution Governance
Read Dr. Max Libiron’s article Pollution is Colonialism
Find more information about the CLEAR Lab
More information about the episode and the Plastic Podcast
Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media Website
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Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese
Cover art and PFM logo by Laurel Wong.
Theme music by Tadeo Cabellos
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