Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Why do experiences bring us more happiness than buying stuff—and why does that happiness last longer? In this conversation, we unpack one of the few things millennials actually got right: spending money on memories, not material. We explore the science of hedonic adaptation, the hidden costs of owning shiny things, and why experiences—especially with people you love—leave a deeper emotional imprint. If you’re trying to maximize joy per dollar, this might be the smartest philosophy you’ll hear today.
Watch full episode here: youtu.be/Wk5jLJcrrM0
Why do experiences bring us more happiness than buying stuff—and why does that happiness last longer? In this conversation, we unpack one of the few things millennials actually got right: spending money on memories, not material. We explore the science of hedonic adaptation, the hidden costs of owning shiny things, and why experiences—especially with people you love—leave a deeper emotional imprint. If you’re trying to maximize joy per dollar, this might be the smartest philosophy you’ll hear today.
Watch full episode here: youtu.be/Wk5jLJcrrM0










