

Dogg Zzone 9000 - Episode 221, Capitalism's Greatest Hits with Gareth Edwards
Mar 26, 2025
In this discussion, Gareth Edwards, a writer known for his expertise in computer history, brings humor and insight into the absurdities of corporate culture. They dissect the hilarity of corporate engagement events, like a cringe-inducing U2 performance at a bank merger. Nostalgic reflections on 90s music and gaming yield personal anecdotes, while they critique corporate jingles and missteps. The conversation unfolds with playful takes on marketing tactics and the surreal, revealing the often ludicrous intersection of capitalism and creativity.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Absurdity of Corporate Engagement
04:25 • 10min
Nostalgia and Impact: A Cultural Deep Dive
14:04 • 9min
Exploring Mispronunciations and the Compaq Rap
23:04 • 1min
Corporate Jingles and Tech Tales
24:30 • 9min
Corporate Absurdities and Parody
33:40 • 19min
Whimsical Beach Adventures and Absurd Encounters
52:59 • 4min