
Money talks. We translate. Every Friday, Paul Haavardsrud looks at the way money shapes our lives in ways big, small, obvious, and unseen. From Big Macs to Big Banks, the Cost of Living connects the dots between the economy and everyday life.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 47 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Business | |||

Today's tech billionaires are rich in a way the world has never seen, and they're not shy about flaunting the power that comes with it. It has some people asking: "Should there even be billionaires?" Plus, we ask if braces are the new midlife motorcy... more
Back in the day, bike thieves could snip through cheap cable locks, but they were stymied by the more expensive U-locks. Then, one power tool came along and changed everything. Also, why more women are travelling solo and and why many of us are just ... more
There's more than one way to save, so why not try something new? Like an "unbreakable piggy bank"? Plus, how much do Canadians need to save to enjoy retirement? We explore why we over-value the things we save, and hear from a money coach who says if ... more
AI agents can do all sorts of tasks for us — including shopping — but how do we know the bots are working for us, and not the company that made them? Plus, we ask if 99 cent price tags are finally being phased out, and make the case for why we might ... more
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A Canadian economics show that translates complex money topics into everyday relevance. Episodes routinely explore how price changes, policy decisions, and broader market forces touch daily life—from housing affordability and consumer costs to inflation, labor markets, and energy dynamics. A key strength is the mix of accessible explanations, real-world anecdotes, and expert guests ranging from academics to policy researchers and industry insiders, which helps listeners understand the practical impacts behind headlines. The series often threads together Canadian-specific context with broader global trends, making it useful for both informed consumers and professionals tracking market developments. Noteworthy is the tendency to combine clear... more
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3. Beau Leavitt
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5. Barry Appleton
6. Martha Hall Finley
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8. Stefan Szymanski
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