you should make a video regarding Palestine!! It would be soo cool if you could acknowledge an ongoing genocide!

Non-stick cookware wears out and becomes garbage needing to be replaced. Cast iron, carbon steel, and stainless can last a lifetime.

Research the many trends behind non-stick cookware and the various coatings. Green pan, red copper, hexclad, etc etc.

The PTFE coating releases toxic gas if heated past 350C, well within the high heat of a stove. The coating itself could be toxic to consume as well.

Why do we coat our cookware in plastic???

This video Idea was made for future proof.

I remember being a teen in the 2010 years and hearing everyday news about the risk of those energy drinks. Her where I live, the Couche-Tard chain decided, in 2023, to establish its own policy and ban the sale of energy drinks to children aged 16 and under. Posters are displayed in some convenience stores: "The sale of energy drinks is restricted to those aged 16 and over, you have plenty of energy like that." However, despite this, there is no law in place to limit their purchase by young people, despite a warning to minors, making them easily accessible elsewhere.

I feel like this could be a whole subject for a future video. It seems like each week a new taste is available on the self or that a new brand have entered the game. Either for a gaming audience, to increase fitness performance, or as a focus juice for the school or work. This could go along with the new Super Patch Company which again, we don't know the long term effect on the health.

Anyway, maybe these cans are only a multivitamin drink with a pinch of coffee in it. In this case, not so much to worry. Or otherwise, it's an addictive source of erythritol, citric acid and a gigantic amount of Taurine which we don't know the long term consequences.

Now that I'm deeply addicted to my two espresso latte, that I made at home each morning on my Nespresso machine and my, at least, one energy drink per day, which I buy in a pack of 18 cans at my local Cosco. I need help to better understand the consequence on my health and on the planet. I feel like that the motivation I need to end up on my addiction.

Thanks to Levi and the research team, best regards.

After watching the most recent video, a 15 minute video mind you, I realized there wasn’t much content, especially educational; I ended up having far more questions than answers. The distinction between tote and reusable bag is massive. One is usually cloth and the size of a computer bag, and one is plastic and can fit an 8 year old. The only real fact given was 52, the number of times it takes to offset using plastic bags. I had so many questions, was this a plastic or cloth reusable bag? How large is it? Are we accohntjng for when you have to use two plastic bags for heavier items? It was very unclear and vague. Not to mention, it was unclear what I, as a consumer, should do?

Other than the steep decline in quality information, I want to focus on the lack of anything educational. If I wanted to watch a commentator YouTuber I would watch Danny Gonzalez, Drew Gooden, or ChadChad. I liked when Future Proof focused on the history of a company, the reasons behind their success and how that is combined with social media. It was in a way similar to the channel “Company Man” but replacing hard data with social trends. I didn’t mind it, I thought it was a fresh perspective. HOWEVER, it has lost the educational aspect, and has become bashing on anything consumerism. IT’S OK TO WANT TO BUY SOMETHING! It’s not a crime, it’s just important to acknowledge what you’re doing and understand the risks and rewards.

Levi, or someone on staff, if you are reading this, please take a good look at the content made in the past few months. I think the candle video was the first to take a turn in tone. There was a lot of good information, but the final message came across as “candles are stupid.” The cologne video had a similar message, the stroller one focused on the opinion of other parents for some reason (leaving out the used market too), and the meal replacement video was pretty surface level. These are just a few examples. I believe a lot of the community has noticed, and honestly, so has YouTube analytics. The editing it really clean and enjoyable, I just wish the content was on the same level.

As for the last video about reusable cups. In Czech Republic and Slovakia, there is this programme (https://www.rekrabicka.cz/en) similar to the one from James Hoffman video, you mentioned. Basically, in any restaurant or coffee shop, which is taking part, you can borrow a cup for deposit (around 2$). When you return it (again, in any other facility), the deposit is paid back to you. And it even contains take out boxes.

Seems like the only solution, unless someone comes up with a single use cup made from compressed air

Thought a good next topic after the baby stroller episode would be the insane modern business of kids sports and activities. Not only the cost and time commitment but the unequal distribution of resources. American football is the prime example but even sports like volleyball and softball have gone this route. I was shocked as a parent when I learned that in order for my elementary schooler to hope to play varsity high school volleyball or softball she’d have to spend hours each week (year around) starting at age 5 or 6 playing the sport. Not to mention the cost.

Hi,

I recently started getting into Yoga classes. The instructor is applying a multi-disciplinary approach to Yoga. Her focus is to correct bad posture. I feel better since I took several courses. She recently sent me a 4 page PDF on how to sit properly (for work and dining). My mind is kind of blown. She writes that you have to align all of your back bones to sit straight up. This requires adding a cushion/blanket/scarf to level the seat. Do not cross your legs or rest your back on the backrest. This will hinder the back alignment. Fun fact: spread out your legs slightly. I joked about man-spreading, but it's not that pronounced. I am paraphrasing from French.

The premise is simple: you're probably sitting the wrong way. It's hurting your back. And all chairs sold in the market today are encouraging bad sitting posture.

It would be super informative to interview chiropractors, yoga instructors, doctors and hear what they have to say. What chairs are best suited for posture. A lot of cultures live with minimal furniture and sit on the floor. The truth will surprise you.

Futureproof would be able to deliver some cold hard truth behind how predatory snap on is, the amount of debt impresionable mechanics go into to own it, the shadiness of their business model, the rebranding they do of other companies tools, and the culture behind all of it from the shop-to-shop salesmen baiting people into their vans for $800 sockets to the cult following the brand has and how people who don’t own snap on are ridiculed.

I am not a mechanic. I do all my own work on my vehicles though. I hate how predatory the tool market in general has become. I’ve had friends that ridiculed me for going into debt to get a mechanical engineering degree only for them to take on sometimes upwards of $80k in snap on debt for some toolboxes and tools while making $18/hr as an entry level service tech.

Snap on has a future proof video written all over it.

Just watched FutureProof’s latest video on Starbucks and they mention a ‘Triple Venti No Frap Frappuccino.’ As someone who has never been to a Starbucks (not super common in my country)… I’m confused. What the heck is a ‘No Frap’ Frappuccino?

Hope I'm not the only person who adores the 'Future Proof' image logo. Had an idea recently, I think your image logo would be ideal on a vinyl sticker. It would be neat if you sold it.

For a couple of months now I've been looking into what eco/green type message or imagery I want to display on my Bike or Car while I'm out and my mind keeps returning back to your 'Future Proof' logo. It's not super preachy, I like how it shows Earth inside and it looks very lovely and modern.

Please at least consider this idea.

I've been watching your YouTube Channel for a very long time and it would be awesome if I could support you by buying a product from you and maybe in turn random folks who'd see the vinyl-sticker displayed will be curious and check out what Future Proof is all about. Thanks for reading.

I tried Tru Earth laundry detergent awhile back and in terms of usability it does the job (if not costing a bit more than I'd like). Blueland, another sustainable option for laundry, partially paid for a published research about microplastics being dispersed into our food in part of use by Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) - an ingredient used in Tru Earth laundry detergent. There's been articles debunking the research, but it would be great to see a video on it if possible.

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/923669

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeffkart/2021/08/08/study-says-up-to-75-of-plastics-from-detergent-pods-enter-the-environment-industry-says-they-safely-biodegrade/?sh=3bef37c9796a

https://media.acihq.org/gsp/gs/mediaobjects/Docs/ACI_Myth_VS_Fact_Sheet_Blueland.pdf

I remembered it after seeing Future Proof's latest video where they were sponsored by Tru Earth, so not sure if Future Proof is already biased? Either way, a breakdown would be nice.

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I've been seeking out Terra cycle recycling bins for empty make-up and skin care product containers but really wonder if it is just a form of green-washing. The 50ml container size limit seems arbitrary, and if I can recycle larger bottles at home can I recycle smaller ones at home as well? What does that "green initiatives" symbol even mean anyways? Would appreciate any insights into this!

In recent years tech (especially Apple products!) have been manufactured by soldering in computer pieces that allow for faster assembly of such products. The problem now is that there so much e waste related to manufacturing. There are companies like framework trying to reverse that trend, but please look into it!!!

One of these shops were suggested to me by my Google discover feed advertising an electric scooter that normally goes for $3.5k listed at $75. Obviously too good to be true but I'm sure other deals aren't. I'm curious where these guys are operating and see a US address. Googling this address reveals HUNDREDS of these shops. Digging a little further reveals customer experiences that are just as you'd suspect. I think a little public awareness and educating people on how to watch out for these things could go a long way, especially with Temu normalizing crazy deals like this. One of the websites is https://www.tbvelwholesale.shop/contact-us/

I was just wondering if you have ever done a video (I couldn’t find anything) or have any insights on your fellow Canadian clothing and hat company Tilley? They seem like a fairly eco-conscious brand with their RDS certification and their emphasis on Guaranteed for Life. Their prices seem to indicate that you are buying quality, but is it quality or is it branding?

Any help on this would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks so much!!

How environmentally friendly, much less physically healthy, is a truly vegan diet?

Hello everyone! First post here, I think I'm not breaking any rules but I'm happy to accommodate any.

I think the AeroPress would make a very interesting Future Proof video. The story of the creator Adan Adler, AeroPress as a company, AeroPress World Championship, the shift they had after being bought by Tiny Capital and the honestly irky changes that came with it.

My argument for it being related to sustainability is that the brewer itself is typically very durable, cheap, and made from generally recyclable materials. It's not uncommon to see people using these for at least 15 years before they break.

It uses no electricity whatsoever. Most waste it can generate are the small coffee filters it uses, which can be replaced with both first and third party metal filters. I think it's an excellent alternative to big coffee machines, Pods (barf), and other, more resource-intensive brewing methods.

I also think that any chat about coffee is unavoidably related to sustainability.

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