A former editor and columnist with Yahoo, Current TV and the New York Daily News, her work has also appeared in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, New York magazine, Glamour, Elle, Time, Marie Claire, the Daily Beast, and Slate. She holds an undergraduate degree in economics from the University of Pennsylvania, a master’s in journalism from Columbia University, and a master’s in religious studies from New York University. T

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There's a fine line between marketing and creating false desires, and influencers stomp all over it. Influencers often convince women they have problems that can only be solved by buying. But this holiday season, we don’t have to give in. Today, we’re talking about the historical context of marketing and its impact on consumer behavior, emphasizing the emotional triggers behind impulse purchases. 

We have insights from Jen Smith, host of the Frugal Friends podcast and author of Buy What You Love Without Growing Broke, on navigating social media's and marketing's overwhelming influence during the holidays and practical tips for making more intentional financial decisions.   

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