Episode 19 – Buy Now, Cry Later In this nineteenth episode of EXP-lore, we’re swapping impulse buys for clever hacks and asking the age-old question: how do you keep up with your favourite hobbies without emptying your wallet? 💸🎲🧃 From the irresistible lure of limited-edition minis to that “just one more booster pack” feeling, we’ve all felt the sting of hobby spending. This week, we’re getting real about budgeting in the worlds of wargaming, board gaming, and trading card games—and sharing our tips, tricks, and personal pitfalls along the way. We chat about the true cost of staying current, the psychology behind “fear of missing out,” and how to separate must-haves from marketing magic. Expect discussions on pre-owned treasures, DIY alternatives, community-driven resources, and how to make your money stretch without sacrificing the fun. Along the way, we ask: Is the £100 core box always worth it? How do you set limits in a hobby built on collection and expansion? And are we really saving money if we spend less on more games? (Hint: it depends on who you ask.) So tighten your belts, hide your credit cards, and join us for a wallet-friendly wander through the highs and lows of hobby budgeting. 🎯📉🧩 Hosted by your fiscally-fluctuating favourites: Mike HearndenDean ShickleDavid WeeksHenry Adair Whether you’re ballin’ on a budget or justifying your next big splurge, this episode has something for every thrifty (or not-so-thrifty) nerd. 🎧💰♟️