I just started reading "Chew on This" today and I can't seem to put it down, even for a good on-line game of pot limit Omaha Hold-em (a poker game). I have already gotten a page of notes out of the first 70 pages, which is past the point of phenominal for me. I haven't even gotten to the unhealthy part yet.
Reading through the book I found many interesting items that I see everyday but never truly think about as I am driving along. I carefully read over the sections on how children are targeted as a source of high profit. How often do I see a playground at a fast food restaurant which has the obvious purpose of bringing in children. But I never thought that the children would have to bring an adult or two and/or friends with them, which means more money spent. I also remember in 1997 when McDonald's had Beanie Babies and how fast they went. I remember going there and people complaining that every story was out. Little did I really think they cared with sales going up 10 fold.
I also never considered where the fun yet throat lodging toys are made and by whom. The Chinese people are paid nothing and work long hours. This reminds me of slave labor. Like I have said, I haven't gotten to far in the book but my want to have another 20 piece chicken McNugget is gone.
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