Big Oil And Big Plastic Are One And The Same
April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026
Big Oil And Big Plastic Are One And The Same
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Big Oil And Big Plastic Are One And The Same
Summary
Yet another consequence of the war in Iran is a looming supply shock in plastics. Plastics, which are derived from oil byproducts, are everywhere, but their origins remain somewhat mysterious to the average consumer. Today on the show we demystify the plastics industry with Beth Gardiner, author of the new book Plastic Inc.: The Secret History and Shocking Future of Big Oil's Biggest Bet an expose of the industry that underlies modern consumer culture. Together with Matt and David, th...
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