Louis loses mind @ greenwashing scam - 63 page climate report from Spotify after destroying hardware
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https://support.spotify.com/us/article/car-thing-discontinued/https://www.lifeatspotify.com/diversity-equity-impact/climate-actionhttps://www.lifeatspotify.c...
  • jimmydoreisalefty@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
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    5 months ago

    Summary

    1. The video discusses Spotify’s “car thing,” a device created for easier Spotify listening in cars.
    2. Despite its popularity, the device was discontinued, and the speaker criticizes modern products relying on cloud connectivity.
    3. The video touches on Spotify’s environmental responsibility and the importance of repurposing electronic waste.
    4. The speaker criticizes a company for encouraging customers to dispose of their devices instead of offering refunds or recycling programs.
    5. They suggest reducing carbon footprint by using ad blockers and owning physical media instead of cloud-dependent devices.
    6. Filing chargebacks for services like Spotify Premium is recommended if the company fails to provide a satisfactory resolution.
    7. Holding companies accountable for their actions and making environmentally friendly choices is emphasized.
    8. The speaker expresses frustration about a company’s lack of accountability for environmentally harmful practices.
    9. They criticize a 63-page document about the company’s environmental efforts as hypocritical, calling for societal shaming of those involved.
    10. The importance of holding companies accountable for their actions and not relying solely on superficial changes or legislation is highlighted.
    11. The speaker discusses various pop culture references and experiences while hiking in a mountainous area.
    12. Frustration is expressed at people not recognizing certain TV shows or bands.
    13. Challenges of hiking in inappropriate footwear and health issues like arthritis are contemplated.
    14. Empathy is expressed for a struggling caterpillar in the windy environment.
    15. The speaker feels powerless to help the caterpillar and laments the situation.
    16. Distress is expressed over caterpillars being blown over and the desire to save them for next time.
    17. Frustration is expressed at not being able to watch anymore and a comparison is made to working for a notorious figure.
    18. The speaker is praised for sounding like an evolutionary biologist.
    19. Admiration is expressed for cloud formation and the depth of field effect in the scenery.
    20. The question is posed if someone could paint the scene or take a good picture of it.

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    i actually laughed so hard at 5:35. probably the most genuine laugh in months. they REDUCED THE SIZE of their app guys! bravo!!!

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