# Grocery Prices on The No Agenda Show Grocery Prices comes up in 7 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2016 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 6 - **Discussed:** October 2016 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Dynamic Pricing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dynamic-pricing.md), [Grocery Stores](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grocery-stores.md), [Inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [Instacart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instacart.md), [Zohran Mamdani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zohran-mamdani.md), [60 Minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [Alexandria Ocasio-cortez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexandria-ocasio-cortez.md), [Algorithm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithm.md), [Algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [Amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### DSA Tactics and New York City Grocery Subsidies - **Episode:** [1892: Kill Switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-06 - **Time:** 1:23:44–1:27:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch/chapter/dsa-tactics-and-new-york-city-grocery-subsidies.md The hosts examine the origins of the Justice Democrats and the political rise of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. They critique New York City politician Zohran Mamdani's proposal for city-run grocery stores to combat high prices. The discussion mocks the use of "RFPs" (Request for Proposals) to solve complex economic issues like food deserts. Keywords: [alexandria ocasio-cortez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexandria-ocasio-cortez.md), [justice democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justice-democrats.md), [zohran mamdani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zohran-mamdani.md), [rfp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfp.md), [grocery prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grocery-prices.md), [food deserts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-deserts.md) ### ID Requirements for City-Run Grocery Stores - **Episode:** [1892: Kill Switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-06 - **Time:** 1:27:26–1:30:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch/chapter/id-requirements-for-city-run-grocery-stores.md Zohran Mamdani appeared on Joy Reid's show to clarify that his proposed city-run grocery stores would offer a 30% discount on essential goods rather than being entirely free. There is conflicting information regarding whether ID cards would be required to access these discounts. The hosts argue that such subsidies will ultimately harm local bodegas and create more food deserts. Keywords: [zohran mamdani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zohran-mamdani.md), [joy reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-reid.md), [id cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/id-cards.md), grocery subsidy, bodega, [food prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-prices.md) ### Dynamic Pricing, Instacart and Grocery Store Algorithms - **Episode:** [1825: MUK-Ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-14 - **Time:** 2:47:16–2:49:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra/chapter/dynamic-pricing-instacart-and-grocery-store-algorithms.md Consumer reports indicate that companies like Instacart are using dynamic pricing algorithms to charge different customers different prices for the same groceries. This practice, similar to Uber's surge pricing, is being adopted by major grocery chains through digital shelf tags. Critics argue this is anti-competitive and hides the true cost of goods from the public. Keywords: [instacart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instacart.md), [dynamic pricing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dynamic-pricing.md), [grocery stores](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grocery-stores.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [anti-competitive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-competitive.md) ### Instacart, Dynamic Pricing Allegations - **Episode:** [1824: Battle Rhythm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1824-battle-rhythm.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-11 - **Time:** 1:53:33–1:55:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1824-battle-rhythm/chapter/instacart-dynamic-pricing-allegations.md Consumer advocacy group Groundwork has accused Instacart of using dynamic pricing algorithms to charge different customers inconsistent prices for the same grocery items. The practice could reportedly cost frequent shoppers an additional $1,200 annually. Instacart denied using personal information for customized pricing, claiming the differences were part of retailer-led tests. Keywords: [instacart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instacart.md), [dynamic pricing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dynamic-pricing.md), [algorithm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithm.md), groundwork, [grocery prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grocery-prices.md) ### Pennsylvania Voter Sentiment and the Price of Eggs - **Episode:** [1712: Data Plateau](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1712-data-plateau.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-14 - **Time:** 26:30–32:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1712-data-plateau/chapter/pennsylvania-voter-sentiment-and-the-price-of-eggs.md A CBS 60 Minutes report from Northampton County, Pennsylvania, highlighted how the rising cost of groceries, specifically eggs, drove voters toward Donald Trump. Despite macroeconomic indicators showing falling inflation, service industry workers and small business owners reported that their daily expenses remain significantly higher than in 2020. The "egg test" became a symbol for the disconnect between government data and the lived experience of the working class. Keywords: [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [grocery prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grocery-prices.md), [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), northampton county ### Netherlands Inflation, Shoplifting and Energy Costs - **Episode:** [1492: Upcycling Ruminants](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1492-upcycling-ruminants.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-06 - **Time:** 52:38–55:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1492-upcycling-ruminants/chapter/netherlands-inflation-shoplifting-and-energy-costs.md Official inflation in the Netherlands has reached 17.1%, driven largely by skyrocketing energy costs. Reports from the country indicate that long-standing family businesses, particularly bakeries, are closing because they cannot afford utility bills. Additionally, there is a reported increase in shoplifting at grocery chains as citizens struggle to afford basic goods. Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [energy prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-prices.md), [shoplifting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shoplifting.md), [grocery stores](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grocery-stores.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md) ### Brexit Marmite Row, Tesco and Unilever Price Dispute - **Episode:** [869: Swamp of Crazy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/869-swamp-of-crazy.md) - **Published:** 2016-10-16 - **Time:** 2:21:08–2:24:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/869-swamp-of-crazy/chapter/brexit-marmite-row-tesco-and-unilever-price-dispute.md A public dispute between Tesco and Unilever over the price of Marmite is characterized by the hosts as a "PR move" to frighten British citizens about the consequences of Brexit. Unilever sought to raise prices by 10% due to the falling value of the pound, leading Tesco to briefly pull products from its online store. The hosts believe this is part of a media campaign to force a "do-over" vote on EU membership. Keywords: [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [marmite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marmite.md), [tesco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesco.md), [unilever](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unilever.md), [pound sterling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pound-sterling.md), pr move, [grocery prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grocery-prices.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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