Talking Rubbish 30. A good car crash with Stuart Goldsmith, Climate Comedian
Feb 20, 2025
Stuart Goldsmith, a climate comedian known for his performances on TV shows like 'Live At The Apollo' and 'Conan,' joins the hosts for a lively chat. They explore how humor can tackle climate anxiety, blending serious topics with playful banter. The conversation covers the confusing jargon around plastics, personal sustainability stories, and the absurdities of recycling practices. Stuart emphasizes the power of comedy to connect people and inspire action on environmental issues, making important messages entertaining and accessible.
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Climate Comedy Journey
- Stuart Goldsmith, a comedian for 20 years, now focuses on climate comedy.
- He uses comedy to process eco-dread and find purpose in his work.
Ocean-Bound Plastic
- "Ocean-bound plastic" is a marketing term suggesting the plastic could have ended up in the ocean.
- It doesn't mean the specific plastic was collected from the ocean.
Greenwashing at Edinburgh Festival
- Edinburgh Festival bins feature infinity symbols, claiming that waste is "used to make energy."
- This is greenwashing, as the waste is incinerated, not infinitely recycled.