As more Americans retreat from religion, people have chosen other things to devote themselves to, including work. We talk about the parallels our guest sees between religious practices and what he calls workism. We also discuss how the German-based grocer Aldi has grown to such popularity in America and we take a look at a top news story.
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Is 'Workism' Becoming A New Religion For Some Americans?
Large groups of Americans are spending more time at work and looking to their jobs as a source of personal worth. We discuss how the workplace has become a central part of people’s lives and why it might be failing to deliver real meaning.
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What German-Owned Aldi Got Right In The Grocery Industry
Aldi, a store many Americans know for its no-frills approach and cheap products, has been revamping current stores and has plans to open hundreds more as it rises in popularity. We talk with a business expert about how Aldi has managed to attract so many shoppers and how other rising grocery store chains compare.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Derek Thompson Guest
- Hart Posen Guest
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