Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin
What's in the fridge? (E)
Mar 27, 2024
Seth Godin, bestselling author and entrepreneur, discusses the impact of refrigerators on culture, food habits, and the modern food supply chain. He explores the potential of smart refrigerators to revolutionize food management and advocates for systemic changes to promote healthier dietary practices. The podcast also delves into the role of social media in audience building and emphasizes the importance of creating authentic, shareable content.
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- Refrigerator technology could advance with barcode scanners and cameras for better inventory management and food tracking.
- Societal shifts towards processed foods and marketing influence lead to unhealthy eating habits and food waste.
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The Inefficiency of Refrigerators and Food Wastage
Refrigerators contribute to energy waste with old models using excessive electricity. They also reflect a societal shift towards prepackaged, processed foods in the middle aisles of supermarkets, leading to less healthy eating habits. Furthermore, a significant amount of food is wasted, with estimates suggesting that a third of purchased food goes uneaten, often due to improper storage or spoilage.
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