10 years of the long read: Hand dryers v paper towels: the surprisingly dirty fight for the right to dry your hands (2019)

Saman Subramanian, author of "Hand Dryers vs. Paper Towels" from The Guardian, delves into the fierce competition between these two drying methods. He uncovers the history and marketing tactics that fuel their rivalry, revealing how consumer perceptions and hygiene concerns shape choices. Subramanian discusses the rise of Dyson's Airblade and the complexities of converting facilities to hand dryers, while also analyzing the environmental and financial impacts. The podcast highlights the surprising nuances behind something as seemingly simple as drying your hands.