
How Marketers Use the Same Tactics as Cults with Dr. Mara Einstein
03/07/25 • 61 min
If you ever feel like you’re being lured into spending, you’re probably right. Marketers have mastered the art of playing on your emotions just like cults do. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Dr. Mara Einstein of Buy Now! The shopping Conspiracy to break down how brands tap into your pain points, build a sense of community, and keep you stuck in a cycle of doom scrolling and spending.
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If you ever feel like you’re being lured into spending, you’re probably right. Marketers have mastered the art of playing on your emotions just like cults do. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Dr. Mara Einstein of Buy Now! The shopping Conspiracy to break down how brands tap into your pain points, build a sense of community, and keep you stuck in a cycle of doom scrolling and spending.
🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/4gq4WZg
📘 Order the book herehttps://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast
💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter
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Frugal Friends Podcast - How Marketers Use the Same Tactics as Cults with Dr. Mara Einstein
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Episode four ninety one, How marketers use the same tactics as cults with doctor Marrah Einstein.
Speaker 2Welcome to the Frugal Friends podcast, where you'll learn to save money, embrace simplicity, and live your life. Here your hosts Jen and Jill.
Speaker 1Welcome to the Frugal Friends podcast. My name is Jen, my name is Jill, and today we are bringing you
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