Talking Rubbish - The Recycling Podcast

106. Why your fridge is making you waste food

August 6, 2026·59 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Could your fridge actually be causing food waste? This week, we explore the psychology behind the modern fridge, why bigger shelves and hidden drawers can encourage us to buy more than we need, and how simply forgetting what's at the back may be responsible for more waste than food actually going off. We also discuss whether smart fridges are really the answer, or just another gadget promising to solve the wrong problem. Plus, are cable ties rubbish or not, should we just ban flexible plastic...

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