Biologist and activist Merijn Tinga discussed the dangers of plastic pollution, arguing that the issue is closely linked to serious health conditions like obesity and dementia. He highlighted the pervasive threat of our 'throwaway culture' through his daily experiences on the water.

François Picard is pleased to welcome Merijn Tinga, Biologist, Artist, Activist, affectionately known as the Plastic Soup Surfer. He joins us, not only as a scientist or activist, but as someone who spends hours a day on the water, experiencing directly the forces we so often abstract away. From the surfboard, everything becomes clear: "You become one with the wind, with the waves… you have one focus.” And yet, back on land, "you're immersed by this throwaway culture".