Halloween 2023: Why Do We Love To Be Scared?
We speak with two guests about why Halloween has become such a popular global event and why many of us get a kick out of feeling temporarily scared.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Are Halloween Candy Prices So Scary Right Now?
We look at how candy prices have significantly jumped over the last few years.
Viewpoints Explained: ‘Less Than 10 Percent Of All Plastic Is Recycled’
We talk about the plastic crisis and why it’s important to cut down on the plastic you use in your daily life.
Viewpoints Explained: The Escalating Levels of Caffeine in Energy Drinks
We cover how much caffeine is packed inside many of these newer energy drinks and the consequences of consuming higher-than-needed amounts.
Drowning In Debt? You’re Not Alone: A New Wave Of Credit Card Debt In America
We discuss the effects of escalating debt and how listeners can start taking back control.
How Artificial Intelligence Is Fueling The $1.1 Trillion In Online Retail Sales
We speak with the Chief Technology Officer of Zenni Optical about how retailers are setting up for this new era of digital dominance.
Viewpoints Explained: How Much Are You Paying for Subscriptions Each Month?
We uncover how some businesses use deceptive marketing tactics to keep consumers paying.
Avoiding Conversations Around Money? Here’s How To Get Started
We speak with two financial experts about how more Americans can have productive conversations about their spending and come up with a plan to save and invest more for the future.
TikTok Isn’t the Only App With a Data Privacy Problem
We speak with two experts about the fast-evolving social media landscape and how consumers can better protect themselves from data mining.
A Distengrating Framework
We speak with two aviation experts about this recent fiasco and what it means for all technology-reliant industries.
A Key Vulnerability: U.S. Power Grids
We discuss what’s driving this uptick, how power companies and government organizations are responding and what you should know as consumer.
The Fallout From Industry Monopolies
We discuss how this recent failure has stirred a larger conversation about the consequences & long-term effects of monopolies.
The Rise of YouTube
YouTube was created by three friends in 2005 and, shortly after, was sold to Google in 2006 for 1.65 billion dollars. Since then, it’s become the largest video-sharing platform in the world.
The Styles That Persist Time & Fast-Fashion Trends
Fashion writer and author of The Ten, Lauren Cochrane joins us this week to highlight some of the most iconic clothes in fashion history and how these pieced shaped American style culture.
The Gift Economy
There’s more spots to find secondhand items apart from Goodwill or a local antique store. Next time you’re in the market for something specific, go online and search if your area has a Buy Nothing group.
Jumping Jobs in 2022
In 2021, more than 40 million Americans left their jobs. We analyze how the pandemic changed mindsets on work and discuss some strategies that people who are looking to switch jobs can use.
America’s Cultural Ties With Fast Food
We speak with Adam Chandler, journalist and author of Drive-Thru Dreams: A Journey Through the Heart of America’s Fast-Food Kingdom about the events that fed into the rapid rise of the fast-food industry and how different chains are fighting to stay present and on-trend in today’s competitive restaurant landscape.
A History of Fabric
When did quality-made clothes disappear, and the rise of new, cheaper fabrics take hold in the U.S.? Author Sofi Thanhauser joins us this week to shed some light on how the garment industry got to where it is today.
The Economic Squeeze of Inflation
Between January 2021 and January 2022, prices across the board went up by 7.5%. What’s next? Economics professor Dr. Christian Vom Lehn joins us to breakdown what’s fueling these continued price hikes and how the invasion of Ukraine by Russia may make certain goods and services pricier.
Spin, Sweat, Repeat: The Ever-Evolving Fitness Industry
It feels like the fitness market has more options than ever before. Between the rise of at-home fitness, traditional gyms and focused classes, consumers can pick and choose to workout whichever way they like. This week – we speak with two fitness experts about evolving trends in exercise and what’s next.
Culture Crash: Pivoting Back to Theatre Movie Releases
Many film lovers have gotten accustomed to watching new movies at home during the pandemic, but is it for the better? Film creators are pushing for a return back to theaters, but only time will tell what’s next.
Forever Fashion: The History of Timeless Trends
There are some items of clothing that truly never go out of style. Whether it’s a pair of jeans or a classic black dress, these pieces transform with the vibe and trends of each decade. Fashion writer and author of The Ten Lauren Cochrane joins us this week to highlight some of the most iconic clothes in fashion history.
A Better Way To Get Away
It seems like lately almost everyone is heading to the airport. Whether you’re flying, driving or taking a train, vacations are a highly anticipated time to get away from everyday life. Everyone deserves relaxation, but is there a way to make sure that you’re traveling more consciously? Are you booking excursions with local, independent companies? Supporting …
The Toll of Excess Clothes Production
The average clothing item today is worn anywhere from seven to ten times before it’s discarded on donated. Why is this number so low, and what happens once the garment leaves a person’s closet? Maxine Bedat, a prominent voice in sustainable fashion, joins us this week to shed some light on the clothing crisis and how its impacting workers and the …
