Shows
The Plastic Planet podcastPlastic pollution and AIThis episode explores the progression of plastic pollution management and the public reception. We also look into possible solutions using modern day technology.2025-02-1528 min
The Plastic Planet podcastClimate change discussion post COP29 This episode tackles the critical topic i.e. climate change following COP29 discussions in relation to bio fuel and plastic pollution. 2024-11-2944 min
The Plastic Planet podcastPlastic application made sustainableAn intriguing conversation on sustainable plastics application. Bringing tangible solutions to the table2024-04-2239 min
The Plastic Planet podcastDrinking out of a bottle!This episode explores the pros and cons of water bottles and the impact of climate change on plastic degredation.2024-03-2444 min
The Plastic Planet podcastCelebrating Seagrass DayWe chat with the Von Der Heyden lab team to shine a spotlight on the ecosystem service that is Seagrass!!! The predominant seagrass species Zostera capensis, is endemic to South Africa and found in only 37 estuaries, It has been reported to be extinct in other estuaries such as St. Lucia and Durban and largely on the decline in other estuaries such that it is now listed as endangered in South Africa.You can find out more about the Von Der Heyden lab and their awesome work on Instagram and Facebook. The von der Heyden Lab...2024-03-0152 min
The Plastic Planet podcastThe marine impact of climate change and plastics!In this episode, we speak to an incredible young lady, Courtney Gardiner, She is a marine scientist and activist, passionate about the marine environment and commercial fisheries.https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Courtney-GardinerCourtney Gardiner on X: "What a great week in Durban at #SAMSS! So proud to see the work from the @vonderHeydenlab and @HenriquesRo labs. https://t.co/pbMMQ3vCvY" / X (twitter.com)Courtney Gardiner2024-02-1154 min
America Adapts the Climate Change PodcastTop Climate Stories of 2023 and Behind the Scenes with the America Adapts PodcastIn episode 199 America Adapts, it is a recap of 2023. In this episode, we highlight the top climate stories of 2023 and also discuss some of our favorite America Adapts episodes of the past year. Joining the pod is Anita Van Breda of Wildlife Wildlife Fund, Monika Serrano of Turner Construction and Jessica Mederson of the law firm Stafford Rosenbaum. In addition, there are two short bonus interviews: Dr. Refilew Mofoke, a professor from South Africa, joins the episode to talk about her new podcast the Plastic Planet Podcast, focusing on plastics and what they mean for the marine environment. And fi...2024-01-291h 20
The Plastic Planet podcastThe Plastic Planet Podcast: An Engineering perspectiveChatting to a young engineer who interested in sustainability. Does the engineering faculty have a role to play in promoting sustainability?Part 1: Season Finale!2023-12-0238 min
The Plastic Planet podcastThe Plastic Planet Podcast: A young voice: the inter-disciplinary approachThis episode amplifies the voice of the youth. It also emphasizes the need for inter-disciplinary approach in addressing some of the sensitive issues concerning environmental management and policies.(1) Video | Facebookhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/10yWGwT3RRXLjVZwpGhK2bwKYKisc57d0/view?usp=sharing2023-11-1747 min
The Plastic Planet podcastThe Plastic Planet Podcast: Kingdom eSwatini 2nd edition Continued insight on ethical media reporting around issues concerning environmental management such as plastic pollution and climate change.2023-11-0334 min
The Plastic Planet podcastThe Plastic Planet Podcast: Kingdom eSwatini We get a bird's eye view from the journalism world. Is journalism doing justice in reporting climate change and global warming? This episode is in two parts: the continuation of the episode will be uploaded next week!2023-10-2731 min
The Plastic Planet podcastThe plastic planet podcast: India PerspectiveToday we are chatting to one of the important stakeholders in the plastics pollution conversation and that is, India. We get to know what everyone is doing to try and curb the plastic surge in India.2023-10-2040 min
The Plastic Planet podcastPlastic pollution: Nigeria perspective continuedThis episode, we chat to yet another plastic enthusiast. She takes us through daily challenges and possible solutions already implemented,2023-10-1432 min
The Plastic Planet podcastPlastic Planet: The Nigerian perspectiveThis episode looks at the plastic problem and solution in Nigeria. Uyi, is a very passionate young lady (with a law and accounting background) who is at the forefront of community engagement in Nigeria.2023-10-0734 min
The Plastic Planet podcastThe SASAQS conference: MicroplasticsWe are at the South African society of aquatic scientists conference in the Western Cape South Africa chatting microplastics: the young scientist perspective!2023-09-2921 min
The Plastic Planet podcastPlastics impact: the Norwegian perspectiveThis episode is very informative and encouraging. We learn about ongoing efforts to curb the plastic tide.Norwegian University of Science and Technologyhttps://www.ntnu.edu/oceans/actionoceanplasticwasteActionOceanPlasticWaste - NTNU2023-09-2232 min
The Plastic Planet podcastMicroplastics and bacteria This episode explores one of the parallels of microplastics i.e. microplastics and bacteria.2023-09-1641 min
The Plastic Planet podcastImpact of microplastics on physiologyDiscussing the impact of microplastics in our bodies, physical and mental health?2023-09-0830 min
The Plastic Planet podcastWhat are microplasticsDiscussing all things microplastics and getting to know the dangers associated with microplastics. How to identify them and what can we do to avoid causing them.2023-09-0136 min
The Plastic Planet podcastThe Plastics Planet podcastIntroductory episodes. Get to meet the host and gain insight about the podcast.2023-08-2122 min
Walk The TalkTuesday Showcase : World Environment DaySaying no to plastic straws and packets means saying yes to healthier oceans. Tuesday was World Environment Day under the theme #BeatPlasticPollution and World Oceans Day is on Friday. We dived into marine matters with Jone Porter from Seaworld and activist Refilwe Mofokeng....2018-06-0555 min
RSG Nuus & AktualiteitRAY PHIRI SE FAMILIE OOR SY DOODDie Mpumalanga-regering reël 'n spesiale provinsiale begrafnis vir die Jazz-legende, Ray Chikapa Phiri. Die waarnemende premier, Refilwe Mtsweni, het die aangekondiging gemaak kort na sy ingehuldig is. Phiri is by 'n hospitaal in Mbombela aan longkanker oorlede. Vincent Mofokeng doen verslag2017-07-1302 min