How to Waste Less Food and Save Money & Why Insects Rule the World -SYSK Choice
Aug 15, 2026 · 54m
Summary
This episode explores why devices need a 10-second reboot to drain capacitors, then features Katherine Kellogg on reducing food waste through better storage and shopping habits. Finally, Steve Nichols discusses insect biology, their ecological importance, and the alarming global decline in insect populations.
Topics discussed
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Episode preview: food waste, naps, and insects
Wayfair home goods advertisement
Why you should wait 10 seconds when rebooting electronics
Introduction to Katherine Kellogg and food waste stats
Beauty standards in produce and farm waste
How to store strawberries to last two weeks
Meal planning and avoiding overbuying food
Indeed sponsored jobs advertisement
AirDoctor air purifier advertisement
Composting as last resort and buying less food
Using limp produce and storing bread in freezer
Sour milk vs spoiled milk and chopping veggies
Reviving stale snacks and eating vegetable tops
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Introduction to Steve Nichols and insect anatomy
Insect species count and relation to crustaceans
Ecological importance of insects and mosquitoes
Insect population decline and pesticide impact
Largest insects and invasive species
Insect migration patterns and lifespans
The benefits and risks of afternoon naps
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