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Confessions of a Mermaid

Kathryn Nelson

Booking Overview

This interview-led environmental health and sustainability podcast features scientists, policy advocates, founders, farmers, and other practitioners working on practical solutions for healthier people and a healthier planet. Agencies could credibly pitch environmental researchers, public-health experts, sustainable-business founders, regenerative farmers, clean-energy innovators, and climate or conservation advocates; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need established expertise, credible organizations, or meaningful public-impact work.

Metrics

Episodes: 52

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: Australia

YouTube: 3.2k subscribers

Instagram: 99.0k followers

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

mermaid@iquitplastics.com

hello@iquitplastics.com

mermaid@plasticfreemermaid.com

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Host

Kathryn Nelson - Environmental activist, author, and founder of The Plastic Free Mermaid, with more than 15 years of experience in the environmental movement and over a decade of living plastic-free.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established scientists, environmental-health professionals, sustainability founders, farmers, policy leaders, educators, and advocates with direct experience developing practical solutions in environmental protection, human health, food systems, healthy homes, or climate action.
Required Achievements:  
Leading or founding a credible organization or mission-driven business, Academic, scientific, or professional expertise relevant to environmental and human health topics, Public policy, advocacy, or community-impact work, Authorship, educational leadership, or demonstrated innovation in sustainable practices

Recent Guest Discussions

Leonardo Trasande - Plastics And Human Health, Endocrine-disrupting Chemicals, Phthalates, Bisphenols, PFAS, Fertility, Pregnancy, Child Development, Exposure Reduction, And Chemical Regulation.

Deanna Mansell - Synthetic Fibers, Textile Chemicals, Organic Cotton, Natural Dyes, Greenwashing, Garment-worker Exposure, Eczema, And Healthier Clothing Choices.

Peter Whish-Wilson - Ocean Protection, Plastic Policy, Climate Disinformation, Fossil-fuel Influence, Astroturfing, Carbon Offsets, Greenwashing, And Opposition To New Fossil-fuel Projects.

Arielle Crawford - Natural Building, Cob Homes, Lime Plaster, Healthy Homes, Regenerative Living, Homesteading, Traditional Skills, And Resilient Communities.

Blair Beattie - Glyphosate, Soil Health, Regenerative Agriculture, Industrial Farming, Processed Food, Chronic Illness, Environmental Toxins, And Healthier Food Systems.

Recent Topics

Environment, Environmental Health, Plastic Pollution, Regenerative Agriculture, Sustainable Living

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Confessions of a Mermaid
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He Tested His Body for Plastic… The Results Were Disturbing | Kal Glanznig

October 06, 2026

Plastic is in our oceans, our food, our homes — and increasingly, our bodies. Australian environmental advocate and Plastic Country filmmaker Kal Glanznig set out to investigate Australia's plastic crisis, from polluted coastlines and wildlife to fossil fuels and government policy. Then the investigation became personal: Kal tested his own body and discovered high levels of phthalates. In this episode of Confessions of a Mermaid, we unpack what plastic is actually made of, the thousands of ch...

Plastic, Hormones, Fertility, Health : What the Science Actually Says | Dr. Leo Trasande

September 24, 2026

Plastic is in our blood, organs and tissues. But what is it actually doing to us? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Leonardo Trasande, pediatrician, environmental health researcher, professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and author of Sicker, Fatter, Poorer, to separate what we know from what we're still trying to understand about plastics and human health. We unpack the difference between microplastics themselves and the chemicals associated with plastic—including phthalates, bisphe...

Are Your Clothes Toxic? Plastic Fabrics, Chemical Dyes & What to Wear Instead | Deanna Mansell

September 07, 2026

What are our clothes actually made of — and what happens before they reach our skin? In this episode of Beautiful World, Kathryn sits down with Deanna Mansell, founder and designer of New Zealand clothing brand DEA, whose journey into natural clothing began with her own experience of severe eczema and topical steroid withdrawal. After discovering how sensitive her skin was to conventional fabrics, dyes and textile treatments, Deanna spent years experimenting with organic cotton, plant dyes an...

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Confessions of a Mermaid
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How do I get in touch with Confessions of a Mermaid?

Confessions of a Mermaid is hosted by Kathryn Nelson. Its publicly listed emails are mermaid@iquitplastics.com, hello@iquitplastics.com, and mermaid@plasticfreemermaid.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Confessions of a Mermaid?

The publicly listed emails for Confessions of a Mermaid: mermaid@iquitplastics.com, hello@iquitplastics.com, and mermaid@plasticfreemermaid.com.

How many listeners does Confessions of a Mermaid have?

Podseeker estimates Confessions of a Mermaid reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Confessions of a Mermaid?

Confessions of a Mermaid typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Established scientists, environmental-health professionals, sustainability founders, farmers, policy leaders, educators, and advocates with direct experience developing practical solutions in environmental protection, human health, food systems, healthy homes, or climate action. Common among recent guests: Leading or founding a credible organization or mission-driven business; Academic, scientific, or professional expertise relevant to environmental and human health topics; Public policy, advocacy, or community-impact work. Recent guests include Leonardo Trasande, Deanna Mansell, and Peter Whish-Wilson.

How hard is it to get booked on Confessions of a Mermaid?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Confessions of a Mermaid cover?

Recent episodes cover Environment, Environmental Health, Plastic Pollution, Regenerative Agriculture, and Sustainable Living. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

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hello@iquitplastics.com

mermaid@plasticfreemermaid.com

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