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Are Americans sacrificing their financial future for Instagram-worthy experiences? Not quite.
In this episode, Mary Hines Droesch, head of Consumer, Small Business & Wealth Management Banking at Bank of America reveals surprising data about how consumers are navigating the tension between rising living costs and their desire to travel and attend live events.
You'll discover:
You'll walk away learning:
The shift from goods to experiences isn't just a trend—it's a fundamental change in how we value money
Social media is driving the "escapism economy" more than we realize
Americans are proving to be surprisingly resilient and responsible with their finances
The rise of "experiential gifts" is changing how families think about spending
Whether you're trying to plan your next vacation on a budget or wondering if your travel spending is getting out of hand, this episode offers practical insights backed by real consumer data.
Be sure to keep with with Everyone's Talkin' Money by following us on Instagram @everyonestalkinmoney
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
By Shari Rash, Money Podcast for Women, Personal Finance, Relationships & Mental Health4.2
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Are Americans sacrificing their financial future for Instagram-worthy experiences? Not quite.
In this episode, Mary Hines Droesch, head of Consumer, Small Business & Wealth Management Banking at Bank of America reveals surprising data about how consumers are navigating the tension between rising living costs and their desire to travel and attend live events.
You'll discover:
You'll walk away learning:
The shift from goods to experiences isn't just a trend—it's a fundamental change in how we value money
Social media is driving the "escapism economy" more than we realize
Americans are proving to be surprisingly resilient and responsible with their finances
The rise of "experiential gifts" is changing how families think about spending
Whether you're trying to plan your next vacation on a budget or wondering if your travel spending is getting out of hand, this episode offers practical insights backed by real consumer data.
Be sure to keep with with Everyone's Talkin' Money by following us on Instagram @everyonestalkinmoney
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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