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EPISODE · Jun 27, 2025 · 12 MIN

College Is Affordable

from So Long and Thanks for All the Innovation Podcast · host Bill Bates

Why does college pricing feel like it was calculated during happy hour by a philosophy major with a broken calculator? In this episode, we dive into the bizarre world of tuition, net price, and financial aid—with a little help from Douglas Adams and the laws of Bistromathics. I’ll unpack the math, the myths, and why understanding the system is half the battle.Thanks for listening. Growing this podcast/newsletter depends on readers like you — subscribing, sharing, and staying engaged. If you haven’t already, I hope you’ll take a moment to subscribe. Get full access to So Long and Thanks for All the Innovation at bistromathic.substack.com/subscribe

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