Dishwashing Debates: The Soapy Science Behind Everyone's Favorite Chore

Next week, the US celebrates the dishwashing Olympics—also known as
Thanksgiving. But how best to tackle the washing-up after the big
meal can cause as much conflict as your uncle’s hot takes at the
table. Do dishes get cleaner when they’re hand-washed or run
through the dishwasher? Which is better for the environment? Are
those convenient little detergent pods poisoning our oceans with
microplastics? And who do we have to thank for that most glorious
of inventions, the dishwashing machine? This episode, we’ve got
answer to all these crucial questions and more, as we dive into the
sudsy story of dishwashing through the ages and across cultures.
Listen in now to make the most mundane household chore 100 percent
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