Episode #1
Plastic pollution and AI
Feb 15, 202529 minS3
<p>This episode explores the progression of plastic pollution management and the public reception. We also look into possible solutions using modern day technology.</p>
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The Plastic Planet podcast
Hosted by Dr Refilwe Mofokeng · arts · EN
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Introduction to the host and the concept of the podcast Plastic Planet Podcast – The Number 1 African Climate Podcast.
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Who hosts The Plastic Planet podcast?
The Plastic Planet podcast is hosted by Dr Refilwe Mofokeng. The show has published 19 episodes to date.
What has The Plastic Planet podcast covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Plastic pollution and AI" (15 February 2025, 29 minutes), "Climate change discussion post COP29" (28 November 2024, 45 minutes), and "Plastic application made sustainable" (21 April 2024, 39 minutes).
How often does The Plastic Planet podcast publish?
The Plastic Planet podcast publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 19 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Plastic Planet podcast?
Booking probability for The Plastic Planet podcast is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Plastic Planet podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Plastic Planet podcast's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Plastic Planet podcast?
The strongest fits for The Plastic Planet podcast are Plastic Products and Scientific Research & Development. The Plastic Planet podcast has an arts audience.
About the host
Dr Refilwe Mofokeng hosts The Plastic Planet podcast, an arts podcast with 19 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #5
Climate change discussion post COP29
Nov 28, 202445 minS2<p>This episode tackles the critical topic i.e. climate change following COP29 discussions in relation to bio fuel and plastic pollution. </p>
Episode #4
Plastic application made sustainable
Apr 21, 202439 minS2<p>An intriguing conversation on sustainable plastics application. Bringing tangible solutions to the table</p>
Episode #3
Drinking out of a bottle!
Mar 24, 202445 minS2<p>This episode explores the pros and cons of water bottles and the impact of climate change on plastic degredation.</p>
Episode #2
Celebrating Seagrass Day
Mar 1, 202452 minS2<p>We 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...
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Dec 2, 202339 minS1<p>Chatting to a young engineer who interested in sustainability. Does the engineering faculty have a role to play in promoting sustainability?</p><p>Part 1: Season Finale!</p>
Nov 17, 202348 minS1<p>This 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.</p><p>(1) Video...
Nov 3, 202334 minS1Continued insight on ethical media reporting around issues concerning environmental management such as plastic pollution and climate change.
Episode #10
The Plastic Planet Podcast: Kingdom eSwatini
Oct 27, 202332 minS1We 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!
Oct 20, 202340 minS1Today 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.
Oct 14, 202332 minS1This episode, we chat to yet another plastic enthusiast. She takes us through daily challenges and possible solutions already implemented,
Episode #7
Plastic Planet: The Nigerian perspective
Oct 7, 202335 minS1This 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.
Episode #6
The SASAQS conference: Microplastics
Sep 29, 202321 minS1We are at the South African society of aquatic scientists conference in the Western Cape South Africa chatting microplastics: the young scientist perspective!
Sep 22, 202333 minS1This episode is very informative and encouraging. We learn about ongoing efforts to curb the plastic tide.Norwegian University of Science and...
Episode #4
Microplastics and bacteria
Sep 16, 202341 minS1<p>This episode explores one of the parallels of microplastics i.e. microplastics and bacteria.</p>
Episode #3
Impact of microplastics on physiology
Sep 8, 202331 minS1<p>Discussing the impact of microplastics in our bodies, physical and mental health?</p>
Episode #2
What are microplastics
Sep 1, 202336 minS1<p>Discussing 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.</p>
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