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Intellectual Potluck
Ever wondered about the stories history class skipped over? Or had a question so odd you weren’t sure who to ask? We are serving up a feast of fascinating deep dives and expert interviews, exploring the weird, wonderful, and sometimes overlooked corners of history, science, and beyond.
Each episode is a potluck of curiosity—sometimes a gripping historical mystery, other times a conversation with someone who has the answers to questions you didn’t even know you had. From the forgotten moments that shaped the world to the surprising insights hiding in plain sight, we’re here to uncover the stories that make you say, “Wait, why didn’t I learn this in school?”
If you love unexpected discoveries, fresh perspectives, and the thrill of learning something new, pull up a chair. There’s always something interesting on the table at Intellectual Potluck.
Intellectual Potluck
The Lipstick Effect: Can you put a price on fun?
Why does it feel like fun costs more than ever — and yet, we’re more willing to pay for it?
In this episode, we dive into how the price of leisure has skyrocketed over the generations, from concerts and theme parks to streaming subscriptions and brunch. While big milestones like home ownership and retirement feel increasingly out of reach, many people are turning to smaller luxuries to fill the gap.
We’ll unpack the lipstick effect — the idea that in tough times, people splurge on affordable indulgences — and explore how spending habits around fun and leisure reflect deeper generational shifts in values, priorities, and possibilities.
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