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Jan 2024
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What Today’s Teens Are Buying (vs. Us 20...

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Do you shop like the cool kids? Join Rachel and George for a breakdown on the brands and stores American teens loved in 2023 and the cash app they used to pay for it all. (Caution: This episode contains high levels of nostalgia. Side effects may include sudden reminiscing and an overwhelming urge to say, “Back in my day . . .”) In this episode: ·   What t ... Show More
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