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Why This Exists

Why This Exists

Auteur(s): Alex Harper
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 Ever stopped and thought, “Why is this so complicated?” Why This Exists breaks down one everyday product, rule, or system per episode — whether it’s overdraft fees, airline miles, gym contracts, wedding pricing, or something else you’ve definitely complained about. We explain how these systems actually came to be, who they’re designed for, and why they still work the way they do. If you've got a frustration you'd like us to unpack, please drop us a comment!Alex Harper
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  • Why Do We Tip for Everything in America?

    Why Do We Tip for Everything in America?
    Jan 19 2026

    It feels like a nice gesture — until it shows up everywhere.
    In this episode of Why This Exists, we unpack why tipping became such a big part of American life, how it spread from a fringe custom to an expectation, and who quietly benefits from keeping it that way.
    Along the way, we’ll share a few surprising facts that make this everyday annoyance a lot more interesting.
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    13 min
  • Why Are Terms And Conditions So Long?

    Why Are Terms And Conditions So Long?
    Jan 18 2026

    It’s a quick click — until you’re staring at a wall of legal text no human could reasonably read.
    In this episode of Why This Exists, we unpack why terms and conditions ballooned into digital novels, how lawsuits, regulation, and tech risk quietly drove the word count up, and why companies insist longer is safer.
    Along the way, a few surprising stats and legal quirks make this boring scroll feel a lot more intentional.
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    14 min
  • Why Is Modern Art So Expensive?

    Why Is Modern Art So Expensive?
    Jan 17 2026

    The prices feel absurd — almost like a prank played on the rest of us.
    In this episode of Why This Exists, we unpack why modern art commands staggering sums, how ideas replaced materials as the source of value, and how status, scarcity, and signaling quietly drive the market.
    Along the way, a few ironic twists make those eye-watering auction results feel less ridiculous — and more revealing.
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    12 min
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