Ep9: Micro is Metal Part 2: Why is a T-shirt $30?

Have you ever stood at a merch booth, stared at a $30 price tag for a band's t-shirt, and wondered where all that money actually goes? It isn’t just a "metal tax," it’s a complex lesson in global economics.

In Part 2 of our series, we pull back the curtain on the Global Supply Chain to trace the journey of a band shirt from a cotton field to your closet. We break down the invisible forces that dictate the price of your favorite tour souvenir, including: designer's fee, manufacturer and comparative advantage, the logistics of "blanks," and venue tax.

Whether you’re a touring musician balancing the books or a fan curious about the true cost of "supporting the band," this episode unpacks the hidden forces behind that $30 price tag.

Economics is Metal!

Music: Gutsaw - Graveyard Grind Wars

Hosts: Josh Goddard & David Ingram

Producer: David Ingram

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