In this episode of Deep Dive: The Feed, hosts Andy Tarnoff and Eron Laber explore the intriguing world of Facebook Marketplace, focusing on the over-priced. The conversation delves into personal experiences with buying and selling on the platform, the nostalgia associated with collectibles, and the cultural significance of items like boomboxes and Garbage Pail Kids. Want a $450 Thomas Crapper toilet? $30 Mork From Ork alarm clock? Marketplace has something for everyone.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Facebook Marketplace Pricing

02:46 Exploring Overpriced Items

06:10 The Value of Unique Listings

08:54 Selling on Facebook Marketplace

12:12 Nostalgia and Collectibles

14:48 Personal Reflections on Purchases

17:58 The Boombox Culture and Pricing

21:15 Exploring Unique Collectibles

25:16 The Value of Nostalgia in Collectibles

29:36 Understanding Market Pricing and Value

33:10 Scams and Caution in Online Transactions

35:27 The Fun of Collecting and Its Cultural Impact

41:00 The Legacy of Thomas Crapper and Unique Finds