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Earthsayers Podcasts are a series of interviews for publication on the Earthsayers Cinema on LinkedIn. The podcasts support the purpose of the Cinema, which is to amplify the voices of transformational leaders through documentary film screenings and podcasts paired with thought-provoking conversations, igniting action among those who care about life on Earth. Our intention is to bring to the LinkedIn audience examples of leaders who live life with purpose, while caring for one another at home and in the workplace, leaving no one behind. And, we do this in the context of the many challenges each of these leaders are addressing on our behalf. 

Curated by mokiethecat

December 01, 2025

In this episode, host Shannon Lovgren interviews Judith Enck, President of Beyond Plastics and former EPA Regional Administrator. They discuss the urgent plastics crisis, exploring its origins, current stakes, and the growing movement to address it. Judith shares her journey from activism in the Catskills to significant policy work, emphasizing the need for tenacity and community involvement in driving change.

The conversation highlights the health risks of microplastics, the inadequacy of recycling, and the need for bold policy interventions. Judith encourages collective action, urging listeners to engage in local advocacy and push for laws that reduce plastic production. This episode serves as both a wake-up call and a roadmap for a sustainable, plastic-free future.


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