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The News Quiz: Ep 4. Gear shifting and Shoplifting
Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4
The Quirks of Modern Consumerism
This chapter explores the resilience of traditional services like post offices in the face of online shopping’s rise and humorously contemplates the logistics of drone deliveries. The speakers examine impulsive shopping habits, including the peculiar items people order online and the economic implications of food costs. With a blend of light-hearted banter and serious reflections, they address societal issues like shoplifting and the stigma around meat consumption, ultimately highlighting the absurdities of modern consumer culture.
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