Podcast Episode: Death by Overworking: Are we following Japan ?

Eggs are a symbol of new life, fertility, and in many traditions, a sign of rebirth.
In some cultures, eggs are associated with spring and the renewal of nature, while in others, they are seen as a symbol of creation in the cycle of life.
In religious contexts, eggs sometimes represent spiritual renewal or resurrection. Eggs are also an extremely rich source of nutrients and are often associated with health and vitality.

Gudetama is a cartoon character egg yolk created in 2013 by the same Japanese company that created the very popular ‘Hello Kitty’. Gudetama’s main traits are it’s always lazy, tired, and complaining about it’s hard life.

It has become an extremely popular character gaining a global following and a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes for its Netflix show.
The original target audience was little children, but it has surprisingly become popular with teenagers and young adults who relate to its mood.

Gavin Chau is an economist and Senior Research Analyst at Blue Wealth Property. We asked him, what does this little egg have to do with world wide economics……