The Economics of Everyday Things

This podcast explores the lack of regulation in the sale of human body parts and discusses the sourcing and demand for cadavers outside of anatomy classrooms. It delves into the process of cutting up cadavers and the buyers of body parts, while also highlighting controversies and misconduct in the body brokering industry. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of balance in business and introduces CLA, a professional services firm.

This podcast explores the strange and unsettling history of cadavers, including grave robbing, the rise of for-profit cadaver-selling companies, and the role of body donation in medical research and education. It discusses the world's largest body donation program, ScienceCare, and their marketing approach. The podcast also raises concerns about transparency and regulation in the cadaver market.

Exploring the thriving car wash industry and debunking outdated perceptions. Discussing the increasing popularity and demand for car washes. Exploring water usage, membership models, and technological advancements. Exploring efficiencies and challenges in car washes, with heartwarming anecdote. Discussion on hypocrisy, Mayomi wines, AAA's partnership with T-Mobile, and Walmart Plus.

The podcast explores the increasing popularity of tattoos in the US and how social media has influenced the tattoo industry. It discusses the challenges faced by tattoo parlor owners in recruiting and retaining artists, unusual tattoo requests, and the evolving trends in tattoo designs. The speaker also shares their passion for coding and mentions their unique Martha Stewart tattoo.

Discover the evolution of pizza box design and the importance of pizza box agility. Explore innovative pizza box designs and their impact on the market. Learn about the unique satisfaction of using a pizza box and the hobby of collecting them.

Explore the history and environmental impact of using hotel soaps. Learn how one man recycles them in his garage lab. Discover the impact of soap on handwashing and reducing child deaths. Uncover hidden insights from talking to people with first-hand knowledge. Find out how to gain access to private Facebook groups without violating privacy.

Explore the profitability and increasing popularity of investing in mobile home parks. Learn about the diverse living conditions and demographics of these parks, including stories of those who have been impacted by COVID-19. Discover the challenges and disparities faced by park residents, as well as the benefits of resident ownership and forming cooperatives to buy the land.

This podcast explores the fascinating world of truffles, including their origins and market challenges. It uncovers the secretive and competitive nature of the truffle business, discussing pricing strategies and deceptive labeling. The podcast also highlights the distinction between truffle varieties and the issue of inferior truffles in the market.

Discover the fascinating world of prop money in movies and its use as fake currency. Learn about the regulations and practices surrounding prop money, its availability online, and its unconventional usage. Explore the challenges faced by prop money providers and the negative impact of counterfeit prop money on local stores.

Learn about the origins and importance of home staging in the real estate market. Discover the process of home staging, including color palettes and optical illusions. Understand the impact of personalization and the exceptions for famous individuals. Explore successful home staging stories and the use of props. Compare home staging to dressing up for a date and making the house attractive to buyers.