Fandom used to be about love of the game — now it’s about the cost of keeping up. Shane Hewitt and Matt Gurney break down how inflation and consumer fatigue are changing the way Canadians connect to sports, concerts, and community experiences.

From the Toronto Blue Jays and Maple Leafs to skyrocketing concert prices, they trace how affordability is reshaping behavior and expectations. Gurney reflects on how even devoted fans are stepping back, caught between nostalgia and the reality of a tightening economy.

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Originally aired on2025-10-21