In a world where paper books are thought to have been exterminated, one man risks his life to save the last few. Just kidding. This isn’t some dystopian novel. In today’s episode, we speak about the future of online books alongside Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing platform. Discussed through the podcast are varying aspects of KDP; what it does, who it helps, and who it harms. Tune in for an insider look at what is tearing down the bookselling business.

On this segment of A to Z: A Podcast about Amazon we discuss Amazon’s food delivery services. At the beginning of this episode we pose the question … “as Amazon continues to expand its market share, is this a logical progression towards the satisfaction of its consumers?” Throughout the podcast we describe and analyze Amazon Food Pantry, Prime Now and Amazon Fresh. All three services share common characteristics, but appeal to different circumstances. 

In this episode, the main topics discussed are the businesses Amazon have acquired to expand into new markets along with the significance of these acquisitions. Host: Ross Whipkey; Guests: Jack Hebert & Christopher Zack.

Amazon owns Twitch, a site that's most famous for watching and streaming video game broadcasts around the world. In this episode, we explain Twitch, interview game journalist and academic Will Partin, and talk about Twitch's overall impact. 

From books, to everyday items, to expensive electronics, Amazon seems to have it all. Now, with the launch of Amazon Prime Wardrobe, Amazon appears to be reaching further than ever. Will Amazon become your new stylist? In this episode, Kate, Rushi, and Maja discuss Amazon’s new service: Amazon Prime Wardrobe. They discuss the process of using the new service and analyze both the pros and cons of Amazon Wardrobe, as well as its implications. 

How does Amazon always offer free shipping and discounted products? Let’s dive in to the company’s structure to see how they profit off exploiting workers.

In this episode, Alison Chau, Kayla Cook, and Yazmine Nixon discuss fake reviews. Alison defines a “fake review” and how to become a fake reviewer. Kayla explains the appeal and dangers of being a fake reviewer. Yazmine talks about Amazon’s response to fake reviews and how you can spot one. By the end of this episode, all three hosts and the audience are more informed about fake reviews and are able to identify fake reviews.   

In this episode, we provide a quick run-down on the many features included in Amazon Prime that you may not know about. We also dive into Amazon’s Prime Day, an online ‘Black Friday’ held in the summer that is supposed to hold major sales. However, while there are a number of benefits that come with Prime, we also touch on some aspects that are not so wonderful.