Cost of Living

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Money talks. We translate. Every Friday, Paul Haavardsrud looks at the way money shapes our lives in ways big, small, obvious, and unseen. From Big Macs to Big Banks, the Cost of Living connects the dots between the economy and everyday life.

4일 전

Why thrifting has lost some of its thrill

Remember when you could find vintage designer stuff at Goodwill? These days, you're more likely to find piles of fast fashion. So what happened? Also, we explore why North America is swooning over Asian beauty products and the promise of "glass skin." Plus, what a warming Arctic means for business in Canada's great white north.

28분
10월 25일

Why apples got so fancy (and pricey)

We explore how the Honeycrisp sparked a revolution in choice, and why we're willing to pay the price. Also, what it takes to make sure Fido is well taken care of when you're gone. Also, tiny condos used to be no-brainer investments but — not anymore. Thousands of them are now sitting on the market in Toronto. So, could this mean the return of livable spaces?

28분
10월 18일

Mind the prosperity gap

Canadians pay more for the same stuff as Americans, but earn less. We explore why the gap is widening and what it means for our future. Also, table for one? More people are dining alone and restaurants are welcoming them with open arms. Plus, why big companies are a fact of life in Canada.

28분
10월 11일

The oldest trick in the book

From the hard sell to the limited time offer, companies have turned the art of the sale into a science. So why not put it under the microscope? We look at four different marketing tactics, and explain how they encourage us to turn off our brains and open our wallets.

26분
10월 4일

Why some travelers are falling out of love with Airbnb

As the price the gap between short-term rentals and hotels shrinks, some people are wondering, "Why do I have to take out the trash?" Also, why it's so wicked expensive to rent a car right now and — do middle managers deserve more love and respect than they're getting?

28분
9월 27일

Freedom 25, 35, and 45?

Sabbatical, adult gap year, micro-retirement — Why more workers are taking breaks throughout their career instead of waiting till they're 65. Also, is the mortgage stress test too stressful? Plus, the legacy of Tupperware and the woman who turned it into a party.

28분
9월 20일

Here comes the sun

A world charged by solar energy has been on the horizon forever. Now it's closer than ever. What all that cheap power can mean for us. Also, impulse buying can add up and bring you down. We bring you some tips on how to resist yet another pair of black loafers. Plus, we'll meet one family who's leaving the country to find an affordable home.

26분
9월 13일

Why we won't call it X

It's been over a year since Elon Musk rebranded Twitter. So, are you calling it X yet? We explore why some names are hard to forget. From lattes to lip balm, we explain how to nab $100 worth of free stuff on your birthday. And, could all this strike action lead to benefits for all Canadian workers?

29분

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Money talks. We translate. Every Friday, Paul Haavardsrud looks at the way money shapes our lives in ways big, small, obvious, and unseen. From Big Macs to Big Banks, the Cost of Living connects the dots between the economy and everyday life.