Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Everything you put in that blue recycling bin? Most of it was never actually recycled.
Julia Cohen, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Plastic Pollution Coalition, is here to explain the biggest PR campaign of the last 50 years — and why it worked so well. We get into the microplastics and chemicals now showing up in human blood, brains, and breast milk, the everyday items quietly exposing you, and what the plastics industry has been hiding from you the whole time.
Thank you to our sponsors!
GEVITI: Use code "ALEX" to get 20% off of your first purchase at gogeviti.com/cultureapothecary
PRIMALLY PURE: Use code ALEXCLARK for 15% off your first order at primallypure.com
A'DEL NATURAL COSMETICS: Use code "ALEX" for 25% off first time orders at adelnaturalcosmetics.com
COWBOY COLOSTRUM: Use code “ALEX” for 25% OFF at cowboycolostrum.com
BIRTHRIGHT: Use code "ALEX" for 15% off your first order birthright.co
PRIMA: Use code "ALEXCLARK20" for 20% off a one-time purchase eatprima.com
Our Guest:
Julia Cohen
Julia's Links:
IG: instagram.com/plasticpollutes
Facebook: facebook.com/PlasticPollution
TikTok: tiktok.com/@plasticpollutesofficial
YouTube: youtube.com/@PlasticPollutes
X: https://x.com/plasticpollutes
Website: plasticpollutioncoalition.org
♻️ Plastic-Free Guides: plasticpollutioncoalition.org/takeaction/guides
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
2:04 Right vs. Left: Why This Conversations Has NOTHING To Do With Political Parties
4:31 How We Became "The United States Of Plastic"
5:45 The Most Disturbing Plastic Discovery From The Last 5 Years
6:29 Where Scientists are Finding Microplastics
9:01 How Plastic Is REALLY Affecting This Generation
10:57 How Plastic Manufacturing Affects the Workers on Site
14:25 The Problems With Non-Toxic Restaurants
15:54 Ads: Geviti, Primally Pure
19:04 The Ocean vs. The Body: Why The Focus Was Never On Humans
21:17 The Great Garbage Patch: What Is It?
24:35 How Plastic Reduction Might Solve Your Infertility
27:02 How New Parents Can Reduce Their Child's Plastic Exposure
30:00 Ads: A'del Natural Cosmetics, Cowboy Colostrum
32:28 Where Plastic Go When We Toss It Out
34:08 Children vs. Adults: How Plastic Affects People Differently
35:33 Hidden Ways We're Being Exposed To Plastic Daily
36:08 Why We Stopped Using Glass Bottles
37:33 How She Avoids Plastic
38:57 Why You Should NEVER Microwave Plastic
40:28 Dear Gen Z: Why Ordering Takeout/Delivery Should Be STOPPED
41:58 How Plastic Impacts Testosterone Levels
45:01 Ads: Birthright, Prima
47:47 Why You Should NEVER Shop from Amazon and Shein
50:56 Recycling: Is It All A Hoax?
54:02 Did Plastic Manufacturers Know The Truth About Recycling Before Pushing It?
56:27 Plant-Based Plastic?
57:41 Are We Wasting Taxpayer Funds On Recycling?
1:00:01 Law to Be Put In Place To Stop This Problem
1:02:42 The Counter Argument: Why The Opposition Says We Need Plastic
1:04:12 How The Plastics Industry Is Being Subsidized
1:05:08 Resources: What To Watch & Listen To On This Topic
1:06:26 Where To Find Guides From The Plastic Pollution Coalition
1:07:37 One Remedy To Heal A Sick Culture
🌿 Culture Apothecary WEBSITE/NEWSLETTER: realalexclark.com
Join the Cuteservatives Facebook group to connect with like minded friends who love America and all things health and wellness! facebook.com/groups/1234544066933796
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New episodes drop 6pm PST/ 9pm EST every Monday and Thursday.
DISCLAIMER: This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always talk to a qualified healthcare professional for any health-related questions or decisions.
#Microplastics #PlasticFree #RecyclingScam #ToxicFreeLiving #EndocrineDisruptors #NonToxicLiving #PlasticPollution #WellnessPodcast #CultureApothecary #AlexClark
Everything you put in that blue recycling bin? Most of it was never actually recycled.
Julia Cohen, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Plastic Pollution Coalition, is here to explain the biggest PR campaign of the last 50 years — and why it worked so well. We get into the microplastics and chemicals now showing up in human blood, brains, and breast milk, the everyday items quietly exposing you, and what the plastics industry has been hiding from you the whole time.
Thank you to our sponsors!
GEVITI: Use code "ALEX" to get 20% off of your first purchase at gogeviti.com/cultureapothecary
PRIMALLY PURE: Use code ALEXCLARK for 15% off your first order at primallypure.com
A'DEL NATURAL COSMETICS: Use code "ALEX" for 25% off first time orders at adelnaturalcosmetics.com
COWBOY COLOSTRUM: Use code “ALEX” for 25% OFF at cowboycolostrum.com
BIRTHRIGHT: Use code "ALEX" for 15% off your first order birthright.co
PRIMA: Use code "ALEXCLARK20" for 20% off a one-time purchase eatprima.com
Our Guest:
Julia Cohen
Julia's Links:
IG: instagram.com/plasticpollutes
Facebook: facebook.com/PlasticPollution
TikTok: tiktok.com/@plasticpollutesofficial
YouTube: youtube.com/@PlasticPollutes
X: https://x.com/plasticpollutes
Website: plasticpollutioncoalition.org
♻️ Plastic-Free Guides: plasticpollutioncoalition.org/takeaction/guides
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
2:04 Right vs. Left: Why This Conversations Has NOTHING To Do With Political Parties
4:31 How We Became "The United States Of Plastic"
5:45 The Most Disturbing Plastic Discovery From The Last 5 Years
6:29 Where Scientists are Finding Microplastics
9:01 How Plastic Is REALLY Affecting This Generation
10:57 How Plastic Manufacturing Affects the Workers on Site
14:25 The Problems With Non-Toxic Restaurants
15:54 Ads: Geviti, Primally Pure
19:04 The Ocean vs. The Body: Why The Focus Was Never On Humans
21:17 The Great Garbage Patch: What Is It?
24:35 How Plastic Reduction Might Solve Your Infertility
27:02 How New Parents Can Reduce Their Child's Plastic Exposure
30:00 Ads: A'del Natural Cosmetics, Cowboy Colostrum
32:28 Where Plastic Go When We Toss It Out
34:08 Children vs. Adults: How Plastic Affects People Differently
35:33 Hidden Ways We're Being Exposed To Plastic Daily
36:08 Why We Stopped Using Glass Bottles
37:33 How She Avoids Plastic
38:57 Why You Should NEVER Microwave Plastic
40:28 Dear Gen Z: Why Ordering Takeout/Delivery Should Be STOPPED
41:58 How Plastic Impacts Testosterone Levels
45:01 Ads: Birthright, Prima
47:47 Why You Should NEVER Shop from Amazon and Shein
50:56 Recycling: Is It All A Hoax?
54:02 Did Plastic Manufacturers Know The Truth About Recycling Before Pushing It?
56:27 Plant-Based Plastic?
57:41 Are We Wasting Taxpayer Funds On Recycling?
1:00:01 Law to Be Put In Place To Stop This Problem
1:02:42 The Counter Argument: Why The Opposition Says We Need Plastic
1:04:12 How The Plastics Industry Is Being Subsidized
1:05:08 Resources: What To Watch & Listen To On This Topic
1:06:26 Where To Find Guides From The Plastic Pollution Coalition
1:07:37 One Remedy To Heal A Sick Culture
🌿 Culture Apothecary WEBSITE/NEWSLETTER: realalexclark.com
Join the Cuteservatives Facebook group to connect with like minded friends who love America and all things health and wellness! facebook.com/groups/1234544066933796
🌿 Subscribe to ‘Culture Apothecary’ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
New episodes drop 6pm PST/ 9pm EST every Monday and Thursday.
DISCLAIMER: This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always talk to a qualified healthcare professional for any health-related questions or decisions.
#Microplastics #PlasticFree #RecyclingScam #ToxicFreeLiving #EndocrineDisruptors #NonToxicLiving #PlasticPollution #WellnessPodcast #CultureApothecary #AlexClark
