No Such Thing As A Fish

479: No Such Thing As Fake Coal

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May 18, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Theo Albrecht's Kidnapping Bargain

  • Theo Albrecht, Aldi founder, was kidnapped and negotiated a discount on his own ransom.
  • He stayed with the bishop after release to ensure kidnappers escaped safely.
INSIGHT

Aldi's Checkout Efficiency

  • Aldi pioneered barcode placement covering whole packaging for faster checkout scanning.
  • Their limited items and fast scanning create the so-called "Aldi Panic" at checkouts.
ANECDOTE

Eddie Izzard's Family Train Set

  • Eddie Izzard's family model railway was built as a family project after loss.
  • The Bexhill model features local landmarks and interactive elements like snow effects.
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