Why do we spend billions on one spooky night? This episode traces Halloween’s evolution—from Samhain and Roman festivals to All Hallows’ Eve—then flips the mask to reveal the behavioral psychology behind today’s $13B spend. We unpack: 🎃 Origins to Modern Mashup: Samhain → Roman Feralia & Pomona → All Saints/All Souls → American trick-or-treat💵 Follow the Money: Costumes, décor, candy, parties; average spend per celebrant; why the total keeps hitting records🧠 Psych Drivers: Nostalgi...
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Why do we spend billions on one spooky night? This episode traces Halloween’s evolution—from Samhain and Roman festivals to All Hallows’ Eve—then flips the mask to reveal the behavioral psychology behind today’s $13B spend. We unpack: 🎃 Origins to Modern Mashup: Samhain → Roman Feralia & Pomona → All Saints/All Souls → American trick-or-treat💵 Follow the Money: Costumes, décor, candy, parties; average spend per celebrant; why the total keeps hitting records🧠 Psych Drivers: Nostalgi...
123 - From Debt Trap to Profit Tool: Credit Cards Rewired
Roaming Returns
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1 month ago
123 - From Debt Trap to Profit Tool: Credit Cards Rewired
Credit cards get a bad rap, but they can be one of the most powerful tools in your financial toolkit—if you use them like an investor. In this episode, we break down: How 0% APR balance transfers can be used as short-term liquidity for higher-yield investments.Using credit card cash back and perks as bonus money saving to give you and edge.The difference between credit stacking vs. laddering—and which one fits your situation.The real impact of your credit score on freedom, access, and opportu...
Roaming Returns
Why do we spend billions on one spooky night? This episode traces Halloween’s evolution—from Samhain and Roman festivals to All Hallows’ Eve—then flips the mask to reveal the behavioral psychology behind today’s $13B spend. We unpack: 🎃 Origins to Modern Mashup: Samhain → Roman Feralia & Pomona → All Saints/All Souls → American trick-or-treat💵 Follow the Money: Costumes, décor, candy, parties; average spend per celebrant; why the total keeps hitting records🧠 Psych Drivers: Nostalgi...
