99% Invisible Reefer Madness
Sep 9, 2015
This podcast explores the invention of shipping containers, the challenges of transporting perishable goods, and the development of refrigerated containers. It follows Barbara Pratt's experiences in a shipping container lab studying produce shipments and advancements in reefer technology. The podcast also discusses the impact of refrigeration on global shipping and the value of local farmers in accessing a global market.
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1 2 3 4 5
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Traveling the World in a Shipping Container Lab
04:26 • 3min
Barbara's Adventures in the Shipping Container Lab
07:42 • 2min
Advancements in Reefer Technology and the Impact on Global Shipping
09:48 • 3min
Accessing a Global Market for Small Farmers and the Impact of Advances in Refrigeration Technology
12:20 • 5min