“It's No Walk in the Park: The Cost of Togetherness in a Capitalist Culture”

From Loitering to Loneliness: How We Lost Public Togetherness - We explore why it's so hard to just “be” together in public without spending money. Fawn shares a powerful childhood memory about being othered for gathering in a park, sparking a bigger conversation about how American culture often discourages community connection unless it's tied to consumerism. From the stigma of loitering to the high cost of simple outings, we ask: Why is togetherness treated like a threat, and is there a system in place that keeps us isolated? Join us as we unpack the quiet obstacles to friendship, belonging, and free communal joy.

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cost of public connection

why loitering is criminalized

American culture and public space

the price of hanging out

capitalism and community

prejudice in public spaces

free activities for families

friendship and consumerism

cultural barriers to togetherness

no loitering laws impact

solo vs shared activities

rebuilding community trust