The Pink Tax: Discrimination and Higher Costs for Women

The podcast episode discusses the issue of the pink tax, which refers to the higher prices women pay for goods and services compared to similar products marketed towards men. Research shows that women pay more than men 42% of the time, and this discrimination starts from birth and continues throughout a woman's life. The episode highlights specific examples, such as deodorant, probiotics, and children's toys, where women are charged more. Congresswoman Jackie Speier is interviewed, advocating for the Pink Tax Repeal Act and emphasizing the impact of this discrimination on women's income and economic inequality. The hosts also discuss the pink it and shrink it marketing strategy, where products are made smaller and pinker for women and charged higher prices. The episode concludes with a call for change and the need to challenge these pricing disparities and promote gender equality.