Spending Habits Then and Now: A Financial Journey

Welcome to Episode 66, where we delve into how spending habits have evolved over the decades. Join us as we discuss the financial journey through the 80s, 90s, 2000s, and today's digital economy. Learn about the impact of credit cards, online shopping, Yolo culture, and emerging trends like digital payments and AI-driven purchases. We also touch on the importance of diligent financial management, avoiding fraud, and adapting to modern economic challenges. Stay with us till the end for practical tips on budgeting and saving in today's fast-paced world. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:18 Spending Habits: Then and Now 00:57 Personal Finance and Cybersecurity 02:30 Gen Z Financial Challenges 03:32 Doom Spending Explained 06:04 Ad Break: Time TrakGO 07:48 Spending Habits Through the Decades 14:51 Criminal Activity and Early Online Shopping 15:38 Cultural Influence and Technology in the Late 90s 17:06 The 2000s: Economic Booms and Busts 20:17 Spending Habits in the 2020s 24:09 Future Predictions and Financial Advice 27:38 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement Links & Resources www.itsaboutyourpaycheck.com  https://youtu.be/SJ4nfWAXgXo www.timetrakgo.com/iap - Claim this special offer today! 50% off! Walts News Update - https://fortune.com/article/half-of-gen-z-does-not-have-savings/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices