EPISODE · Apr 2, 2026 · 37 MIN
“Surveillance Pricing” on Groceries? Plus, Your April Guide
from City Cast Twin Cities · host City Cast
In the future, grocery stores could use data they’ve collected on you to change the price of your bananas (or other food of choice). Though that reality isn’t here yet, Sen. Lindsey Port wants to preempt this “surveillance pricing.” Plus, we go chasin’ waterfalls (and hot dogs) for this month’s events guide. Also – Aldi or Aldi’s? Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Backlash builds against AI-powered digital price tags in stores (Strib) SF 4711 Uncle Roy Learn more about the sponsors of this April 2nd episode: Minneapolis Institute of Art Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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In the future, grocery stores could use data they’ve collected on you to change the price of your bananas (or other food of choice). Though that reality isn’t here yet, Sen. Lindsey Port wants to preempt this “surveillance pricing.” Plus, we go chasin’ waterfalls (and hot dogs) for this month’s events guide. Also – Aldi or Aldi’s? Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Backlash builds against AI-powered digital price tags in stores (Strib) SF 4711 Uncle Roy Learn more about the sponsors of this April 2nd episode: Minneapolis Institute of Art Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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