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Episode 19: Now That We Think About Consumerism

from Now That We Think About It Podcast · host Now That We Think About It, Allison Larkin, and Alice Carbone Tench

In this episode, Alice and Allie explore the psychology of consumerism, discussing how advertising influences our desires and the emotional journey of purchasing. They share personal stories about items that promised to change their lives but didn't, and those that truly made a difference. The conversation touches on societal pressures, the allure of sales, and the internal conflicts of wants versus needs.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nowthatwethinkaboutit.substack.com

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