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EPISODE · Jun 4, 2026 · 23 MIN

The Subscription Trap: Why We Own Nothing Anymore

from Dad, Did We Just Break America? · host The Ribotsky Institute

What happened to owning things?From Netflix and Amazon Prime to cloud storage, software, and even household products, we're living in a world built on subscriptions. What started as convenience has quietly become a system where we're paying more every month while owning less than ever before.In this episode, Skylar and Corey explore the rise of the subscription economy, why companies want everything on a monthly payment plan, and what happens when ownership disappears. From forgotten memberships and recurring charges to the psychology behind renting versus owning, they examine how subscriptions are reshaping the way we live, spend, and think about value.Are subscriptions making life easier... or are we being conditioned to rent everything forever?

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