
About this episode
The episode discusses the impact of inflation on everyday products and a bizarre incident involving a couple who relocated to Maine from Texas.
Colokum Craft Coffee Use the Promo Code [WSMG15] For 15% of any purchase through June 2026 Boomer Bunker Dischord Become a Bunker Dweller Aaron Kickstarter Help Aaron with his Spicy Kickstarter 553 Poopie Porch Present --- FROM LIPSTICK TO GOLF BALLS: EVERYTHING COSTS MORE The What: Inflation continues hitting Americans everywhere from grocery stores to sporting goods aisles, with rising costs now impacting everyday products ranging from cosmetics to golf balls. While overall inflation has cooled compared to previous peaks, consumers are still feeling the squeeze as manufacturers quietly raise prices or shrink product sizes to maintain profits. The Take: Americans are developing a new hobby called “staring at the receipt in disbelief.” At this point inflation isn’t just hurting luxury purchases — it’s slowly turning ordinary middle-class habits into “maybe next paycheck” decisions. --- MAINE TO TEXAS REFUGEES GET A RUDE PORCH PRESENT The What: A Texas couple who reportedly relocated to Maine over climate concerns received an unpleasant surprise when they discovered a stranger had apparently slept and defecated on their porch. The bizarre incident quickly spread online, fueling…
People in this episode
Host: Bruce Magee
Topics covered
- inflation
- cost of living
- homelessness
- relocation
- consumer behavior
Keywords
- inflation
- costs
- homelessness
- Maine
- Texas
- consumer
- Kickstarter
Sponsors
Colokum Craft Coffee
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Maine, Texas, America
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