
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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 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 
