Sold Out in Seconds: Sneakers, Resale, and the SNKRS Economy

Sneaker culture didn’t start as a market — it started as a movement.

In this episode of The Cost of Culture, host Christopher Harrison explores how sneakers went from personal expression to financial assets, and how the Nike SNKRS app transformed buying shoes into a system built on gamification, scarcity, and psychological engagement.

From the rise of resell culture to the emotional experience of taking an L, this episode breaks down how access replaced community, and how culture became something you compete for instead of share.

This isn’t just about sneakers.
It’s about what happens when passion becomes profit.

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🎧 EPISODE 3 — The Odds Are Never Neutral

Sports betting is no longer on the sidelines — it’s part of the game.

From live odds during broadcasts to betting apps in the stands, gambling has reshaped how sports are played, watched, and experienced. In this episode of The Cost of Culture, we break down how sports betting affects the integrity of the game, the mental health of players, and the relationship fans have with sports.

We explore how money changes pressure, loyalty, and trust — and why the house always seems to win.

Because when every play becomes a bet, the real question isn’t who won the game…
it’s who really wins.

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AI influencers are everywhere — landing major brand deals, dominating timelines, and reshaping what “influence” even means. But behind the perfectly curated images and flawless personalities lies a much bigger question: what is this really costing the culture?

In Episode 2 of The Cost of Culture, Christopher breaks down the rapid rise of AI influencers and how they’re changing the creator economy in real time. From brands choosing digital perfection over real people, to creators losing opportunities, to audiences struggling to tell what’s real anymore — this episode explores the business, the backlash, and the future of authenticity in culture.

We talk about:

• Why brands are betting big on AI influencers
• How real creators are being replaced — or forced to adapt
• The cultural consequences of perfection-driven influence
• What happens next as AI and human creativity collide

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