EPISODE · May 31, 2026 · 29 MIN
Mothering Earth-142-Plastic Dreams
from Mothering Earth Podcast · host Dr. Salwa Khan
While consumers are trying to cut down on the use of plastics, the oil, gas and petrochemical companies are ramping up their plastic production. In her new book, award-winning journalist Beth Gardiner details the plastic industries manipulation of consumers and the government, while continuing to damage the environment in multiple ways. The book is "Plastic, Inc.: The Secret History and Shocking Future of Big Oil’s Biggest Bet".
What this episode covers
While consumers are trying to cut down on the use of plastics, the oil, gas and petrochemical companies are ramping up their plastic production. In her new book, award-winning journalist Beth Gardiner details the plastic industries manipulation of consumers and the government, while continuing to damage the environment in multiple ways. The book is "Plastic, Inc.: The Secret History and Shocking Future of Big Oil’s Biggest Bet".
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Mothering Earth-142-Plastic Dreams
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