Welcome back to SoapBoxLex, where we call it like we see it-and this week, we're taking a hard look at corporate waste in all its absurd forms. From tossing out perfectly good photo proofs to lights burning 24/7 in empty buildings, we're talking about the everyday waste that adds up to big problems.

We're also spotlighting the mountains of retail waste happening behind the scenes-think unsold inventory, unnecessary packaging, and perfectly usable products getting trashed instead of donated. And yes, we're shouting out our friend Dumpster Dive King (we shouted him out in Episode 19!) for continuing to expose just how much good stuff companies throw away.

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This week on The SoapBox Lex, Paul Ross and Eric Green welcome a special guest to the mic-Eric's longtime friend, Smiley.

Together, they dive into how culture has shifted in the wake of Covid-19, from the unexpected silver linings to the lingering challenges we're all still navigating. Whether it's remote work, social norms, or just the way we greet each other, nothing's off the table-except politics (we're steering clear of that). Longtime listeners won't want to miss Smiley's insights, sharp wit, and a few inside jokes that might just become show legends.

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This week on The SoapBox Lex, co-host Eric Green climbs up onto the metaphorical soapbox to air his thoughts on something we all use but few of us master: online calendars and email etiquette. From clunky early interfaces to the sleek, AI-powered tools of today, Eric takes a spirited walk down tech memory lane. He questions how much has really changed and whether we've improved or just complicated things. Paul Ross plays moderator, devil's advocate, and occasional digital apologist in this funny, thoughtful look at how communication tools shape our work, lives, and sanity. Tune in for tech nostalgia, hot takes, and maybe a passive-aggressive calendar invite or two.