Aug. 13, 2026

Burritogate Exposes Gen Z’s Affordability Crisis

Burritogate Exposes Gen Z’s Affordability Crisis
Burritogate Exposes Gen Z’s Affordability Crisis
The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator
Burritogate Exposes Gen Z’s Affordability Crisis

“A burrito should not cost $20.” This statement is at the crux of a heated debate amongst conservatives regarding the affordability crisis and Gen Z’s financial situation.

The Spectacle Podcast host Scott McKay and producers Grace Keller and Madelynn McLaughlin discuss ‘Burritogate’ and the underlying issues that keep Gen Z in financial straits — namely, student debt, useless college degrees, and DEI hiring practices. Grace, Madelynn, and Scott elaborate on urban housing and how Gen Z can’t afford to live in safe areas, sharing personal dangerous encounters with violence within cities that have ‘third-world’-like zones. Tune in to hear their discussion!