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Ep 16 Surf's Up ... Riding the plastic wave!

In this episode of Drastic Plastic, we paddle out with two passionate surfers who are on the frontlines of the ocean plastic crisis. From spotting trash in the lineup to leading local cleanups, they share personal stories, hard truths, and hopeful actions about how plastic pollution is changing the seas—and what we can do about it. Tune in for an eye-opening ride through the waves, both literal and environmental.

Episode 15: Microplastics – The Uninvited Guests
They’re in our oceans, our food, even the air we breathe—microplastics are everywhere. In this episode, we dive into the invisible world of microplastics: what they are, where they come from, and how they’re silently infiltrating our daily lives. From synthetic clothes to bottled water, we explore the surprising sources of these tiny pollutants and what science is uncovering about their impact on our health and the environment. Tune in to uncover the truth about these uninvited guests.

In this chilling episode, Bally and Waggs head north to explore one of the most remote and fragile ecosystems on Earth—the Arctic. ( from our studio, no need for thermals ) What they discover is shocking: plastic waste has made its way to the ends of the Earth, threatening polar wildlife, marine systems, and indigenous communities. From microplastics in the ice to abandoned fishing gear choking the seafloor, the duo uncovers how even the most untouched places are not immune to our plastic problem.

In Episode 13 of Drastic Plastic, we dive deep—literally—into the hidden world of plastic pollution in the deep ocean. From remote trenches to the darkest depths of the seafloor, we uncover how plastic waste ends up in these mysterious, seemingly untouched parts of our planet. Join us as we explore the science behind deep-sea contamination, its impact on marine life, and what this means for the future of our oceans. It’s a sobering journey into the depths where our trash silently settles

Drastic Plastic is the podcast that dives into the world of UPVC — that tough, reliable, and slightly misunderstood plastic found in everything from windows to drainpipes. We explore why it’s so useful, why it’s everywhere, and why it’s also a bit of a headache when it comes to disposal. Expect honest chats, surprising facts, and the occasional bad pun as we peel back the layers of this modern material marvel

The Invisible Threat

Dive deep into the hidden dangers of plastic pollution in our oceans. The Invisible Threat explores how microplastics are infiltrating even the most remote and unexplored parts of the deep sea—threatening marine life, ecosystems, and the planet’s future.

EP9: The History of Plastic in 23 Minutes

We’re keeping it quick! But not too quick! . In this episode, we zoom through the history of plastic—where it came from, how it took over, and why it matters. Just 23 minutes to get you up to speed.

Bally is Billy no mates on this episode, Waggers is in the land of Nod

so only a short one x

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is one of many islands of plastic floating around the ocean currents, predominantly discarded or broken fishing nets but other plastics are also part of the island. this particular pile of useless plastic is massive, any marine life can be tangled up in this mess and just die.

its time to get even tighter on plastic pollution before its too late 

my latest plastic free product which im lovin is Smol   https://smolproducts.com. dishwasher tablets, washing machine tablets and more.

check them out!

Pick up ya rubbish: What we have noticed is that when lockdown rules have been eased and the weather is more cheery, gatherings happen in some of the UK parks. The RUBBISH oh my The RUBBISH when everybody has left, what is the problem with people, They brought it with them so take it home and discard properly. The bags they would be taking home are now much lighter than when they brought them. SO WHAT IS THE PROBLEM  ahhhhhhhh. Waggs has a lot to say about this issue so listen up peeps! Helpful Websites plastic free toothpaste  

www.ecoliving.co.uk 

plastic free toothbrush. www.environmentaltoothbrush.com.au https://www.ecoliving.co.uk 

Interesting programmes: copy & paste A Plastic Ocean   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19nNuFIzJ2E 

Seaspiracy  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Q5CXN7soQg 

My Octopus Teacher https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3s0LTDhqe5A 

Chasing Coral   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGGBGcjdjXA 

The Top Tips Section is a lovely bedtime  story from Waggs about his childhood and Chewing Gum... 

plastic free toothpaste  www.ecoliving.co.uk

plastic free toothbrush. www.environmentaltoothbrush.com.au

Blessed are the cheesemakers. Obviously this is not meant to be taken seriously. It refers to any manufacturers of dairy products. 

Find a cheese monger and take a box and cut back on plastic packaging.

Some helpful websites below. Not Sponsers

plastic free toothpaste  www.ecoliving.co.uk

plastic free toothbrush. www.environmentaltoothbrush.com.au

"Does anybody want a T shirt" I said , and everyone  just helped themselves while I laid crushed on the floor.

Anyway get on with it and listen to some more helpful Top Tips to save our lovely Mother Earth

Oh by the way, you can buy Bally's album on iTunes  (plastic free)

Entitled THIS EARTH

https://music.apple.com/gb/album/this-earth/1449160282

Some helpful websites below. Not Sponsers

plastic free toothpaste  www.ecoliving.co.uk

plastic free toothbrush. www.environmentaltoothbrush.com.au

Introducing the TOP TIPS section (try saying that with a mouthful of..... something),  Waggs & Ball share their insights on how to save Planet Earth from becoming the only Planet in our solar system to be made of plastic...

Some helpful websites below. Not Sponsers 

plastic free toothpaste  www.ecoliving.co.uk

plastic free toothbrush. www.environmentaltoothbrush.com.au

Paul Wagstaffe & Alan Ball ( Waggs & Ball ) Talk about Plastic misuse, and how it can be used less with Top Tips coming at ya to hopefully help this on going problem of Drastic Plastic, this is a serious topic but with light hearted moments from us.

This Series could be weekly or fortnightly or monthly or just when Waggs & Ball can get themselves together to record .

But hopefully more frequent than not

sorry about not pronouncing Statistic properly lol x

www.environmentaltoothbrush.com.au.   the toothbrush I use ...