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552 – Gamified Spending: The Hidden Dangers of Retail Tricks


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Is shopping becoming a dangerous game? From live streams to influencer deals to 'Buy Now, Pay Later' offers—your brain's reward system is constantly being triggered to encourage constant spending.

Join us for a discussion with Credit Counsellor Charlie Kovacs, who exposes the risks tied to retailer financing, debunks the myth of discount savings, and explores the real impact these marketing 'tricks' have on your financial health. (1:30) – The Modern-Day Shopping Channel: How Retailers Keep You Hooked (4:00) – Live Shopping & Influencers: The New Age of Consumer Marketing (7:45) – Dopamine & Shopping: How Social Media Fuels Impulse Buys (14:00) – How Algorithms Are Designed to Make You Spend More (15:10) – Buy Now, Pay Later: The Rise of Consumer Credit Debt (17:00) – The Hidden Risks of Financing Through Retailers (21:00) – The Gamification of Consumerism: How Retailers Turn Shopping into a Game (23:30) – The Gamification of Credit: Why Your Debt Feels Manageable (But Isn't) (25:00) – Credit Counsellor Charlie Kovacs Explains Why Discounts Don’t Save You Money (29:00) – Everyone Is Selling Something: Recognizing the Marketing Tricks Hoyes Michalos Effective Money Management Strategies Explore Credit Card Debt Relief Why We Overspend and How To Break Bad Money Habits Sign Up for the Debt Free Digest FREE Credit Rebuilding Course

Debt Repayment Calculator Disclaimer: The information provided in the Debt Free in 30 Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended as personal financial advice. Individual financial situations vary and may require personalized guidance from a qualified financial professional. The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hoyes, Michalos & Associates, or any other affiliated organizations. We do not endorse or guarantee the effectiveness of any specific financial institutions or strategies discussed.

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