# Charmin on The No Agenda Show Charmin comes up in 6 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2020 to May 2022. - **Chapters:** 6 - **Episodes:** 6 - **Discussed:** January 2020 – May 2022 - **Related topics:** [Shrinkflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shrinkflation.md), [Toilet Paper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toilet-paper.md), [Supply Chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md), [Bluetooth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bluetooth.md), [Ces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ces.md), [Costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [Food Prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-prices.md), [Gatorade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gatorade.md), [Hoarding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hoarding.md), [Inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md) ## Chapters 1–6 of 6 ### Toilet Paper Shrinkflation, Charmin Freedom Roll - **Episode:** [1449: Where's Munchunts?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1449-where-s-munchunts.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-08 - **Time:** 33:35–35:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1449-where-s-munchunts/chapter/toilet-paper-shrinkflation-charmin-freedom-roll.md An anonymous source from a Charmin manufacturing facility in Minnesota explains that toilet paper sheets have been shortened while maintaining the 500-sheet count marketing. This "shrinkflation" tactic is attributed to high demand and rising costs. The source also notes that duller saw blades are sometimes used to keep up with production speed. Keywords: [charmin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charmin.md), [shrinkflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shrinkflation.md), [manufacturing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manufacturing.md), [toilet paper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toilet-paper.md), [minnesota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minnesota.md) ### Allegations of Russian Grain Theft and Global Food Security - **Episode:** [1447: G.E.R.M.](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-01 - **Time:** 1:06:02–1:10:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m/chapter/allegations-of-russian-grain-theft-and-global-food-security.md Ukraine's deputy agriculture minister accused Russia of stealing 1.5 million tons of grain from occupied territories. The conflict has disrupted planting and blocked exports from the port of Odessa, leading to fears of a global food crisis. The hosts transition into a discussion on "shrinkflation," using the declining quality and size of Charmin toilet paper as a domestic example of economic pressure. Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), grain theft, [odessa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/odessa.md), [food prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-prices.md), [shrinkflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shrinkflation.md), [charmin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charmin.md) ### Shrinkflation Trends in Household Goods and Food Products - **Episode:** [1434: Second Lady](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1434-second-lady.md) - **Published:** 2022-03-17 - **Time:** 2:54:25–2:57:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1434-second-lady/chapter/shrinkflation-trends-in-household-goods-and-food-products.md "Shrinkflation" is becoming widespread as companies reduce product sizes while maintaining the same prices to offset inflation. Examples include Charmin Ultra Soft reducing sheet counts and Gatorade shrinking its bottle from 32 to 28 ounces. PepsiCo claimed the new Gatorade bottle design is "easier to grab," but consumer advocates warn that shoppers must now be more conscious of unit prices and net weights to avoid being overcharged. Keywords: [shrinkflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shrinkflation.md), [charmin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charmin.md), [gatorade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gatorade.md), [pepsico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pepsico.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), consumer world ### Mexican Toilet Paper, Supply Chain Shortages - **Episode:** [1251: Viewpoint Discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1251-viewpoint-discrimination.md) - **Published:** 2020-06-18 - **Time:** 1:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1251-viewpoint-discrimination/chapter/mexican-toilet-paper-supply-chain-shortages.md Shortages of premium toilet paper brands like Charmin in the United States have led to an influx of Mexican-manufactured toilet paper in grocery stores. Observations indicate that while the packaging is not as colorful as expected, these off-brands have become the primary available option for consumers. Keywords: [mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico.md), [charmin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charmin.md), [toilet paper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toilet-paper.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md), groceries ### Internet Shutdown Fears and Costco Return Policies - **Episode:** [1228: Stunning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1228-stunning.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-29 - **Time:** 1:47:05–1:49:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1228-stunning/chapter/internet-shutdown-fears-and-costco-return-policies.md The hosts speculate on the social unrest that would occur if the internet were shut down. They discuss the ongoing toilet paper shortage and Costco's new policy refusing returns on paper products to discourage hoarders from seeking refunds after the panic subsides. Keywords: [internet outage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-outage.md), [charmin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charmin.md), [toilet paper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toilet-paper.md), [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [hoarding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hoarding.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md), returns ### Charmin RollBot Toilet Paper Robot Innovation - **Episode:** [1206: Tolerized](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1206-tolerized.md) - **Published:** 2020-01-12 - **Time:** 1:47:26–1:50:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1206-tolerized/chapter/charmin-rollbot-toilet-paper-robot-innovation.md Charmin introduced the "RollBot," a self-balancing robot controlled via Bluetooth that delivers a roll of toilet paper to users in the bathroom. The hosts ridicule the invention as a sign of societal decline, noting that it cannot open doors and requires a smartphone to navigate. They dismiss the product as a publicity stunt for CBS Interactive rather than a viable consumer electronic. Keywords: [charmin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charmin.md), rollbot, [ces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ces.md), [robotics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robotics.md), [bluetooth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bluetooth.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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