Topic: Made In China

4 chapters across the catalog

Munich Moment
Episode 546 2:00:31 - 2:06:59

546: Munich Moment

Podcast Hardware Manufacturing, 3D Printing Myths

Adam Curry discusses his experience developing a custom podcasting hardware device. He details the costs of components and the advantages of manufacturing in the United States versus China, citing shipping hurdles and quality concerns. The segment also debunks the "prime time" readiness of 3D printing for mass production, labeling it a "gimmick" currently suitable only for one-off parts like napkin rings.

Huma-Gate
Episode 427 2:26:56 - 2:29:55

427: Huma-Gate

Olympic Uniform Controversy, Commercialism and Exploitation

The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding Team USA's Olympic uniforms being made in China by Ralph Lauren. They criticize the extreme commercialism of the Olympic Games, noting that while corporations like Coca-Cola make billions, the athletes themselves are often exploited and receive little financial benefit.

Phobos Grunts
Episode 369 3:21 - 5:58

369: Phobos Grunts

CIA Gift Shop Piggy Bank and Made in China Merchandise

One of the hosts describes receiving a piggy bank featuring the CIA logo, purchased from the agency's physical gift shop in Virginia. They examine the CIA gift store website, noting the irony of intelligence agency merchandise being manufactured in China. The segment highlights various items available for purchase, including spy plane pens and commemorative coins.