The Economics of Everyday Things
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Who decides which snacks are in your office’s vending machine? How much is a suburban elm tree worth, and to whom? How did Girl Scout Cookies become a billion-dollar business? In bite-sized episodes, journalist Zachary Crockett looks at quotidian things and finds amazing stories.
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I find the topic of "The Economics of Everyday Things" absolutely fascinating. It's incredible how economic principles are woven into our daily lives without us even realizing it. From the cost of our morning coffee to the price fluctuations of gas, economics plays a significant role. https://soundcloud.com/customise-sticker Consider something as simple as supply and demand. The way prices for goods like smartphones or sneakers vary depending on their popularity among consumers is a prime example of how these principles work. And let's not forget about the concept of opportunity cost – the idea that when we make a choice, we're forgoing other potential options. This is evident when we decide to spend money on one thing, say a movie night, instead of saving for a future vacation. https://about.me/Customise-Sticker
I would have liked to hear a little more about what special numbers are out there that people try extra hard to get. does the number 42 sell for a high amount? what other ones?
fascinating story
Lawn "care" is 1000x more destructive to the environment than the deer.
fascinating topic, well done