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EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 21 MIN

The Subscription Economy's Hidden Tax

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While we debate inflation and wages, a quiet transformation has restructured how Americans pay for everything from software to razors. What happens when ownership becomes obsolete and every product becomes a永续service with monthly fees? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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While we debate inflation and wages, a quiet transformation has restructured how Americans pay for everything from software to razors. What happens when ownership becomes obsolete and every product becomes a永续service with monthly fees?

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