But Why, Though? The Prime Effect: How Convenience Became a Birthright

In this episode, we dive into how Amazon Prime transformed not only e-commerce, but the very expectations of the modern American consumer. What began as a shipping perk became a cultural revolution—training millions to expect, even demand, instant gratification. We explore the history behind convenience culture, how Amazon engineered this entitlement through aggressive marketing and logistics innovation, and the hidden costs borne by workers, the environment, and small businesses. This is the story of how convenience stopped being a luxury—and became a right.  

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