Del Bacon

The Recovery Atheist

Del Bacon

  • I Hate Corporations

I Hate Corporations

Friday 1st August 2025

Del Bacon tackles corporate greed and service failures with humour and passion. Tune in for insights on recovery and societal unity.
Explicit
33 minutes
Engaging
Informative
Honest
Entertaining
Motivational

About this podcast

The Recovery Atheist
Author:
Del Bacon
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Categories:
Religion & Spirituality
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Why Corporations Get Under Our Skin

Episode Overview

  • Corporate services often fail to deliver value for money.
  • Sobriety can be enjoyable and liberating.
  • Consumers should demand better service from companies.
  • Unity is crucial despite societal divisions.
  • Microtransactions in gaming can be frustrating.
"If I pay $6 for the sandwich, I want the whole sandwich."
In this episode of The Recovery Atheist, Del Bacon takes a spirited jab at corporations, especially those that seem to charge the earth for services that barely meet expectations. If you've ever felt like you're paying top dollar for half-baked services, Del's rant on Spectrum and other big companies will resonate with you. He shares his frustration with the internet outages and pricey cable packages, questioning why consumers aren't getting their money's worth.
Del doesn't stop there; he brings a humorous touch to the conversation with references to comedian Bill Burr's skit about sandwich shops where customers are expected to do half the work themselves. He paints a vivid picture of how corporations often leave consumers feeling short-changed, whether it's the Doritos bag that's only half full or the microtransactions in video games that seem never-ending.
Throughout the episode, Del shares personal anecdotes from his recovery journey, celebrating five months of sobriety and enjoying life without the burdens of alcohol. He reflects on the freedom of not being tied down by addiction and the joy of not having to spend money at bars. Del also touches on broader social issues, urging listeners to come together despite differences and work towards common goals. His passionate call for unity amidst societal divisions is both challenging and thought-provoking.
With a mix of humour, personal stories, and fiery commentary, this episode promises to entertain while making you ponder the power dynamics in our daily lives. So, if you're ready for a dose of honesty and a bit of laughter, dive into Del's world and see how his perspectives might shift your own.
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