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Greater LA

Introducing ‘Wasted,’ and tackling the plastic problem

Greater LA kicks off a new weekly series exploring neat solutions to waste.

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By Steve Chiotakis • Jan 13, 2021 • 25m Listen

Greater LA kicks off a new weekly series exploring neat solutions to waste. It begins with plastic, including why its popularity exploded in the 20th century, why it continues to pile up in our landfills and oceans, and how one toymaker is redefining playtime without it.

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    Steve Chiotakis

    Afternoon News Anchor

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    Christian Bordal

    Managing Producer, Greater LA

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    Jenna Kagel

    Radio producer

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    Kathryn Barnes

    Producer, Reporter

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