Gen Zers don’t cook. It’s costing them.
About this episode
The episode explores why Gen Z is increasingly opting for takeout over home-cooked meals.
Eating food cooked at home has traditionally been considered a cheaper option to ordering takeout. So why are so many in Gen Z choosing food away from home? Host Megan McArdle explores how convenience, changing expectations and the modern economy have transformed the way we eat. Subscribe to The Washington Post here .
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