"The Problem with Plastic": How Pollution Is Worsening Climate Crisis & Hurting Our Health

[Uncle Joe]

We speak with former EPA regional administrator Judith Enck about her new book, The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It's Too Late. "Scientists have found microplastics in our blood, our kidneys, our lungs," says Enck. "They've been found in heart arteries, and if it's attached to plaque, you have an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, premature death." Enck says plastic is a "political" issue shaped by the powerful "chemical, fossil fuel, plastics industry — and consumer brands."

[appalachiablue]

1. Thanks for posting, another enormous problem for earth and life. The YouTube comments

are interesting. One mentioned using Pyrex Glass for food containers instead of plastic. What about toothbrushes made of plastic? Are plastics contributing to the rise of illnesses like pancreatic cancer and breast cancer?
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- More about the Book, how to Buy, Book Talks-
https://www.beyondplastics.org/publications/problem-with-plastic-book

December 2025 | BEYOND PLASTICS

By Judith Enck and Beyond Plastics with Adam Mahoney

“The Problem with Plastic” was just released by The New Press on December 2, 2025!

"I don't think anyone on planet Earth knows more about the plastics problem than Judith Enck — including, most crucially, what to do about it. This is a handbook for people looking to make a difference!"

—Bill McKibben, author of “Here Comes the Sun”

[Uncle Joe]

2. Thanks for the addition appalachiablue