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Philosophy · 21 min

Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal

By Eric Schlosser

This episode dissects Eric Schlosser's 'Fast Food Nation,' revealing the complex, often hidden, systems that underpin the industry's convenience and affordability. We explore its profound impacts on labor, animal welfare, public health, and societal values, prompting a more conscious engagement with our food choices.

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“This episode dissects Eric Schlosser's 'Fast Food Nation,' revealing the complex, often hidden, systems that underpin the industry's convenience and affordability. We explore its profound impacts on labor, animal welfare, public health, and societal values, prompting a more conscious engagement with our food choices.”

— Eric Schlosser, Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal

What it is about

fast food nation, food industry, labor exploitation

Who it is for

Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of fast food nation, food industry, labor exploitation and better judgment in how they apply it.

The author

Eric Schlosser brings a credible and useful lens to fast food nation, food industry, labor exploitation, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

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Eric Schlosser

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