Podcast Episodes
Back to Search5. Sports Mascots
Episode 5
We’re not sure what that creature cavorting on the sidelines is — but it doesn’t come cheap. Zachary Crockett gets the ballpark figures on everyone’s…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
4. Used Hotel Soaps
Episode 4
Hotel guests adore those cute little soaps, but is it just a one-night stand? Zachary Crockett discovers what happens when we love ’em and leave ’em.…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
3. My Sharona
Episode 3
Can a hit single from four decades ago still pay the bills? Zachary Crockett f-f-f-finds out. This episode was originally published on February 2nd, …
6 months ago
2. Girl Scout Cookies
Episode 2
How does America's cutest sales force get billions of Thin Mints, Samoas, and Tagalongs into our hands every year? Zachary Crockett digs in. This epi…
6 months ago
120. An update on the show
Episode 120
The Economics of Everyday Things is going on an indefinite hiatus.
SOURCES:Zachary Crockett, host of The Economic of Everyday Things.
RESOURCES:Zacha…
6 months, 1 week ago
119. Christmas Lights
Episode 119
Would you pay a professional $2,500 or more to put up your holiday lights? Zachary Crockett is walking in a winter wonderland.
SOURCES:Chuck Smith, c…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
118. Urban Trees
Episode 118
Trees are more than decoration — they’re living economic assets, with measurable costs and benefits for cities and neighborhoods. Zachary Crockett ta…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
117. Cut Flowers
Episode 117
Grab a simple bouquet from your local grocery store and you're activating a global network of farms, shipping companies, wholesalers, distributors, a…
7 months ago
116. Cobblers
Episode 116
Shoe repair shops are a dying breed — but for those that remain, demand is higher than ever. Zachary Crockett goes in for a shine.
SOURCES:Jim McFarl…
7 months, 1 week ago
Superhot Chili Peppers (Replay)
Episode 31
The market for gustatory pain is surprisingly competitive. Zachary Crockett feels the burn.
SOURCES:Ed Currie, founder and president of the PuckerBut…
7 months, 2 weeks ago