This podcast discusses the concept of the 'Giftschrank' in Germany, a locked room in libraries that contained restricted literature. It explores the popularity and banning of 'Mine Comf' during World War II, and the availability of 'Mein Kampf' in bookstores and online. It also touches on personal experiences accessing restricted literature in East Germany and the responsibility of libraries to control who reads certain books.

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The guest, Don Norman, changed the way people think about design. He discusses the concept of Norman Doors and the importance of discoverability in design. The podcast explores the principles of user-centered design and the process of improving devices. It also discusses frustrations with door design and the desire for standardized, improved doors.

Explore the era of road travel in the mid-20th century and the racial discrimination faced by black travelers. Learn about the Negro Motorist Green Book, a guide for African-American tourists, and its distribution. Discover how the Green Book changed travel for black people and its eventual obsolescence after the Civil Rights Act. Also, enjoy display and sponsor ads for Kachava, Starfield, Honey Nut Cheerios, Cutwater spirits, and Mrs. Bees clearance and outlet.

Explore the presence of semi-clothed or nude statues of Audrey Munson in various locations across New York City. Learn about the rise and fall of Audrey Munson as a famous model and actress. Discover Audrey Munson's struggle to fit in and her hidden life in a mental institution. Reflect on the life and fate of a former model who posed for famous artworks.

The podcast explores the origins of basketball and how the decision to hang the peach basket at 10 feet shaped the game. It discusses the evolution of the dunk and the introduction of the three-point shot, reflecting on the accidental design of basketball.

Discover the fascinating process of ice harvesting in the 1800s and the global impact of the ice trade. Learn about Frederick Tudor, the Ice King, and his successful ice shipments. Explore the marketing tactics and challenges of the ice business, including surprising lack of demand in England. Uncover the decline of the natural ice industry and the overlooked history of transporting ice from Cambridge to India.

The podcast explores the accidental wildlife refuge along the former Iron Curtain, the challenges of fish passage installations, the invention and functionality of the salmon cannon by WOOSH Innovations, the impact of dams on fish migration in the Columbia River, and the importance of designing interventions to connect habitats for non-human species.

The podcast explores the experimental introduction of credit cards by the Bank of America in Fresno, California in 1958. It discusses the historical context and significance of the Bank of America card in revolutionizing consumer credit. The chapter delves into the consequences of widespread credit card use, including fraud and theft. It also explores the challenges and changes in the early days of credit cards, leading to industry-wide reforms. Finally, it discusses the history and impact of credit cards, including the birth of Visa and MasterCard and the alarming credit card debt in the US.

The podcast explores the inconsistencies, confusion, and misconceptions surrounding date labels on food products. It discusses the need for a more specific labeling system for high-risk foods, the lack of scientific basis for date labels, and the resulting food waste in America. The episode also highlights the significance of taste in reducing food waste.