On this week's episode of Exchanges the fantastic - Meg Elkins. And considering its the 5-year anniversary of COVID we discuss the lasting impact of pandemic, from digital transformation and shifting work habits to the erosion of trust in institutions and the cost of living crisis. We look at the impact its had on inflation, interest rates, and health spending as well as the reshaping of consumer behaviour, from material goods to experiences and well-being. We diving into the role of digital media in health awareness and the growing importance of social engagement in an increasingly screen-driven world.If you like this episode of Exchanges - Don't forget to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.To Follow Meg here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meg-elkins-3bba2119/Citations: https://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=yb9Zk1cAAAAJ&hl=enPublications: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Meg-ElkinsFollow Me here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-lucas-44a25316/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evanlucas_/Website: www.evanlucas.com.auYou can buy my book Mind over Money here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Mind-over-Money-understanding-behaviour/dp/1922611859/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0Or from all good online book stores.Timelines00:00 The Impact of COVID-19: A Five-Year Reflection02:59 Digital Transformation and Behavioural Changes05:51 Trust and Its Erosion During the Pandemic08:58 Cost of Living Crisis and Consumer Behaviour11:49 Shifts in Work Culture and Commuting Habits14:50 Intergenerational Living and Changing Aspirations17:56 Inflation and Economic Dilemmas Ahead20:08 Navigating Inflation and Consumer Behaviour24:49 The Impact of Interest Rates on Spending Habits28:08 Health Expenditure Trends Post-Pandemic32:36 The Role of Digital Influence on Health Awareness36:07 The Need for Social Engagement in a Digital World Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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