Drastic Plastic

Urvi Jain
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An environmental awareness podcast on the harms of plastic waste, the effects of plastic on the environment, and a description of the journey of convincing companies to stop providing customers plastic based products. New episodes every Monday!

Episodes

  1. 11/05/2024

    Politics and Plastics

    We are back!! In this episode I cover the perspectives and plans of Presidential and Virginia Beach Mayoral candidates regarding their plans for addressing plastic pollution and environmental issues. Hopefully you voted, so tune in to learn more about the impact of who you voted for!

    24 min

  2. 07/05/2024

    Going to city council: My Experience, Take-aways, & Steps for the Future

    Hi everyone! In this episode, I cover my experience going to the city council and how I felt during the process. I also explain how to go and speak to city council for those interested and what the steps are for the future of fighting plastic bag pollution. It is so important that noise is made so that city leaders can hear that we need to make change! Spreading awareness for the future of our environment is essential at this time!

    9 min

  3. 05/26/2024

    Rising Concerns: Balloon Pollution and Its Hidden Impact on Plastic Pollution

    In this episode I cover the impact of balloon pollution in waterways and some alternatives to using balloons to help maintain and preserve marine ecosystems.

    28 min

  4. 03/28/2024

    Interview with Jocelyn Tuttle, Chesapeake Bay Foundation Student Leader Coordinator

    In this episode I have special guest, Jocelyn Tuttle on the show. Tune in to learn about her journey in becoming an environmental activist, what inspired her to pursue plastic pollution awareness, and what she has learned along the way. She also shares advice on what we can do to reduce the amount of plastic used in our households. It was a joy to have her on the podcast and I hope you enjoy this fun-filled and informative episode!

    28 min

  5. 01/22/2024

    Interview with Christina Trapani, Eco Maniac Company owner and CEO

    I got the chance to have special guest Christina Trapani, Eco Maniac Company owner and CEO, on the podcast! It was really inspiring to hear how she started her company and describe the story behind its creation. In this episode, she explains how her company, Eco Maniac, serves to create awareness of plastic pollution and other environmental problems. She shares ideas on how today's youth can get more involved in spreading awareness and how she has grown as a sustainability advocate as well. Tune in for an informative and fun episode!

    47 min

  6. 12/05/2023

    Plastic Revolution: Unwrapping the Origins

    In this episode, we will delve into why plastic was invented, when it was invented, and who invented it. The origins of plastic explain its presence right now. So, this episode will be filled with the theories of the past and how different people thought plastic in the past and how little was known about how it would have an impact in the future. Tune in and enjoy!

    9 min

  7. 11/27/2023

    Nurdles? What are they?

    Informative episode on: Nurdles. In this episode I cover what nurdles are and their impact on ecosystems and waterways.

    27 min

  8. 07/31/2023

    What do other people think about plastic?

    In this episode, we will get to hear the opinions of others as they answer a few questions on why they think plastic is harmful and their opinions on reducing the use of plastic. There will be a couple special guests, so listen in and enjoy!

    27 min

  9. 07/24/2023

    Why is plastic so drastic?

    Welcome to the first episode of Drastic Plastic! In this episode I will be covering some basics on what plastic is, what plastic is made of, and the harms of plastic. Growing up in the Chesapeake Bay area, I have always been surrounded by the water. Almost every day I am out on the water and I never fail to see a piece of plastic in the marsh or in the waters. A few items that I have seen recently include: plastic bags, cans, bottles, straws, and containers. This podcast is a way to spread awareness on the damage that plastic waste is doing on our home and environment. Thank you for listening today! I hope you enjoy the first episode of Drastic Plastic.

    7 min
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About

An environmental awareness podcast on the harms of plastic waste, the effects of plastic on the environment, and a description of the journey of convincing companies to stop providing customers plastic based products. New episodes every Monday!

Information

  • Creator
    Urvi Jain
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    9
  • Copyright
    © urviranijain