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Cost of Living

CBC

Money talks. We translate. Every Friday, Paul Haavardsrud looks at the way money shapes our lives in ways big, small, obvious, and unseen. From Big Macs to Big Banks, the Cost of Living connects the dots between the economy and everyday life.

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  • 284 - Why thrifting has lost some of its thrill

    Remember when you could find vintage designer stuff at Goodwill? These days, you're more likely to find piles of fast fashion. So what happened? Also, we explore why North America is swooning over Asian beauty products and the promise of "glass skin." Plus, what a warming Arctic means for business in Canada's great white north. 

    Fri, 01 Nov 2024 - 27min
  • 283 - Why apples got so fancy (and pricey)

    We explore how the Honeycrisp sparked a revolution in choice, and why we're willing to pay the price. Also, what it takes to make sure Fido is well taken care of when you're gone. Also, tiny condos used to be no-brainer investments but — not anymore. Thousands of them are now sitting on the market in Toronto. So, could this mean the return of livable spaces?

    Fri, 25 Oct 2024 - 27min
  • 282 - Mind the prosperity gap

    Canadians pay more for the same stuff as Americans, but earn less. We explore why the gap is widening and what it means for our future. Also, table for one? More people are dining alone and restaurants are welcoming them with open arms. Plus, why big companies are a fact of life in Canada. 

    Fri, 18 Oct 2024 - 27min
  • 281 - The oldest trick in the book

    From the hard sell to the limited time offer, companies have turned the art of the sale into a science. So why not put it under the microscope? We look at four different marketing tactics, and explain how they encourage us to turn off our brains and open our wallets. 

    Fri, 11 Oct 2024 - 25min
  • 280 - Why some travelers are falling out of love with Airbnb

    As the price the gap between short-term rentals and hotels shrinks, some people are wondering, "Why do I have to take out the trash?" Also, why it's so wicked expensive to rent a car right now and — do middle managers deserve more love and respect than they're getting?

    Fri, 04 Oct 2024 - 27min
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