Topic: Light Bulb Conspiracy

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Lunchbox
Episode 1813 32:57 - 36:03

1813: Lunchbox

Planned Obsolescence and the Light Bulb Conspiracy

A discussion on the durability of modern goods leads to a critique of "planned obsolescence" in Chinese-made LED bulbs compared to older American versions. The hosts reference the historical "light bulb conspiracy" where a consortium of manufacturers allegedly colluded to limit the lifespan of tungsten filaments. They recall specialized "turtle bulbs" from the 1990s that were designed to last decades but were removed from the market.