Topic: Marine Life

2 chapters across the catalog

Microbeads
Episode 908 1:18:21 - 1:22:28

908: Microbeads

UK Microbead Environmental Ban

The British government announced a consultation on banning plastic microbeads in cosmetics and personal care products to protect marine environments. Prime Minister Theresa May stated that the legislation aims to be in place by October 2017 to prevent thousands of plastic particles from entering the water system.

Vasectomies and The Fountain of Youth
Episode 23 57:53 - 1:00:28

23: Vasectomies and The Fountain of Youth

Marine Life Anomalies, Giant Rabbits and Dick Cheney

Reports of oversized marine life, such as 11-foot sharks and giant squid, are discussed alongside a story about a 20-pound rabbit bred in Germany. The segment transitions to a critique of Vice President Dick Cheney's dismissive "So?" response when questioned about public opinion and the death toll of the Iraq War.