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Groundhog Day 2023

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The Sweet Scoop of Innovation

This chapter explores the invention of the ice cream scoop by Alfred Crowley in 1896 and its transformative impact on the ice cream industry. Through a comparison of productivity using a modern scoop versus a kitchen spoon, it highlights how this simple tool enhanced efficiency in serving ice cream. The discussion also touches on the significance of patents and their economic implications, inviting listeners to reflect on the lesser-known inventions that shaped our daily lives.

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