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Originally invented to save lives, the disposable cup goes on to become an international symbol of busyness, a must-have multitasking accessory.

Originally invented to save lives, the disposable cup goes on to become an international symbol of busyness, a must-have multitasking accessory.

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FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time

S1, EP3 "The Shopping Mall"

Enclosed shopping malls change the way people shop, think about shopping and change how people spend time.

FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time

S1, EP4 "The Plastic Container"

The invention of the sealable plastic container in 1946 change the way people shop for food, the way we cook and the way we eat.

FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time

S1, EP5 "The Microwave"

Discovered by accident in 1946, the microwave oven revolutionized kitchens and it is one of the most ubiquitous household appliances in the world.

FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time

S1, EP6 "The Disposable Cup"

Originally invented to save lives, the disposable cup goes on to become an international symbol of busyness, a must-have multitasking accessory.

FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time

S1, EP8 "The Dishwasher"

The dishwasher saves people about 230 hours a year, is kinder on your wallet and on the environment.

FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time

S1, EP7 "The Bar Code"

The barcode shortened check-out times, advanced the global supply chain, accelerated next-day delivery and made same-day delivery possible.

FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time

S1, EP4 "The Plastic Container"

The invention of the sealable plastic container in 1946 change the way people shop for food, the way we cook and the way we eat.

FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time

S1, EP3 "The Shopping Mall"

Enclosed shopping malls change the way people shop, think about shopping and change how people spend time.

Investigating time-saving inventions people depend on and their impact on the world at large.
Original Air Date: Jan 1, 2021
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