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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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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.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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    3 stories
    1. 0:00

      Wasted: A new KCRW series

      The average American throws away nearly five pounds of trash daily.

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      9 min
    2. 8:55

      How one LA toymaker is tackling the country’s plastic waste problem

      Charlie Hodges makes toy houses out of paperboard and eco-friendly inks.

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      10 min
    3. 19:07

      The life and legacy of OC’s first female sheriff Sandra Hutchens

      Sandra Hutchens, the former Orange County Sheriff from 2008-2017, recently died after a long battle with cancer. She was the county’s first female sheriff. LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano reflects on her imprint in law enforcement.

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      6 min
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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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    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:009 min

      Wasted: A new KCRW series

    2. 8:5510 min

      How one LA toymaker is tackling the country’s plastic waste problem

    3. 19:076 min

      The life and legacy of OC’s first female sheriff Sandra Hutchens

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