The authors of a new book about the history and influence of the American Girl company join us to share the story. Plus, bottled water is the most consumed packaged drink in the world, but it comes with plenty of concerns. We learn how the industry grew so big.
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How American Girl books and dolls shaped a generation
The authors of a new book about American Girl take us on a trip down memory lane to explore the cultural legacy of the iconic Wisconsin-based company.
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The fight against bottled water
The past three decades have seen a meteoric rise in the popularity of bottled water, which is now the most consumed package drink in the world. It’s also a controversial beverage due to lax industry regulations and plastic waste. The author of a new book traces how we got here—and how the growth of bottled water has not only threatened the environment but exacerbated social inequality.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Allison Horrocks Guest
- Mary Mahoney Guest
- Daniel Jaffee Guest
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