Your Brain On Microplastics with Chris Beat Cancer

We kick off this episode with a friendly reminder: Oh Gross! is nominated for a Webby Award—and we need your vote!  Then, Kara and Jennie dive into a conversation sparked by Molly’s Instagram post last week: How often should you really wash things like...your bra? (Spoiler: some folks say every 2–3 weeks… and yes, we have thoughts.) From deodorant habits to jeans-washing debates, spring cleaning gets real. But then we shift gears. Kara sits down with Chris Wark, better known as Chris Beat Cancer, for a powerful talk about healing, health, and the rise of microplastics in our food, homes, and even our bodies. Chris and Kara first connected 15 years ago, when Brian (Kara’s husband) was diagnosed with the same cancer Chris had. Now, years later, they reunite to reflect on everything they’ve learned—including the infamous carrot juice phase that turned Brian orange. Brian joins the conversation to give us his POV.  This episode gets into: Why microplastics are everywhere (yes, even your brain) Easy swaps to detox your kitchen and life The surprising power of walking barefoot And Chris’s top tips to take control of your health—without judgment It’s honest, helpful, and hilarious in all the ways Oh Gross! does best.  0:00 — Why Spring Break Is So Long  2:24 — How Often Should You Clean? Shower Heads to Jeans 8:55 — Microplastics 101 What is in our Water? 11:16 — Chris Wark: How Chris Beat Cancer: Simple, Free Steps that Heal 1:00:14 —Why Turning Orange Can Be Good: Earthing & Easy Plastic Swaps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices