Revisionist History Teaser: Pushkin’s Dirty Laundry
Nov 11, 2021
This month, staff humorously react to their laundry habits being scrutinized. Dive into playful banter about the humorous influence of corporate sponsors like Procter & Gamble on creative works. The conversation turns to eco-friendly laundry practices, weighing traditional methods against sustainable choices. Plus, there's a candid look at handling public backlash and the importance of mental health support in a playful yet meaningful way.
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Pushkin's Laundry Habits
- Malcolm Gladwell teased a Revisionist History bonus episode about laundry habits.
- Pushkin staff, including Littal Mollad and Brendan Francis Noonan, discuss their laundry routines.
Brendan's Laundry
- Brendan Francis Noonan uses hot water and Ecos detergent for his whites.
- Gladwell questions these choices in the previous episode.
Ecos Defense
- Brendan defends his Ecos detergent choice, citing its worker-friendly policies and smaller environmental footprint compared to Procter & Gamble.
- He views Gladwell's critique as perpetuating stereotypes about Brooklyn residents and environmentalists.