About this episode
The episode discusses the emergence of robot housekeepers in China and their impact on household chores.
Do you still fold your own laundry? That might feel very 2025. In some cities across China, household robots are already working alongside human cleaners, handling repetitive tasks while people focus on more delicate work. The future of housework is arriving faster than you think! / China's internet finds its mascot: A tired opossum (15:18). On the show: Steve, Fei Fei & Yushun
People in this episode
Host: Steve
Guests: Fei Fei, Yushun
Topics covered
- robot housekeepers
- automation
- household chores
- technology
- future of work
Keywords
- robot housekeeper
- automation
- China
- housework
- future technology
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: China Plus
Places: China
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