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  • Plastics originated as eco-friendly alternatives before leading to environmental crises.
  • The evolution of plastics from scarce natural substitutes to disposable culture reflects societal changes.

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The Invention of Plastic: Origins and Evolution

Plastic was envisioned in 1941 as a world of color and surfaces, surrounded by a durable and clean material. Fast forward to life in 1,041, where oceans are covered in plastic, affecting the evolution of creatures. The podcast delves into the emergence of plastics, the culture of disposability, and the potential new life forms due to plastic's influence.

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