801: Must Be Rats on the Brain
This American Life
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New York City's Rat Dilemma
This chapter examines the factors contributing to New York City's rat population, linking it to the city's use of plastic bags for garbage disposal. It explores the historical transition from metal trash cans to plastic bags and the unintended consequences on urban pest management. Through expert insights and humorous commentary, the chapter raises significant questions about the complexities of waste management and the coexistence of humans and rats in an ever-evolving urban landscape.
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