In an age of digital licenses and locked-down hardware, what does it truly mean to own something? This week, the team tackles the eroding concept of ownership from three different angles, questioning who really holds the power: the consumer or the corporation.

First, Orrin kicks things off with a deep dive into the Right to Repair movement. From farmers battling John Deere over tractor software to you being unable to fix your own smartphone, he explores the fight for control over the products we've already paid for.

Next, Kurt makes a passionate case for the enduring value of physical media. Is your digital movie library truly yours, or are you just one server shutdown away from losing it all? Kurt contrasts the permanence of a bookshelf with the fleeting nature of digital licenses and asks what we lose when we trade tangibility for convenience.

Finally, Juan closes the loop by unraveling the controversial world of dynamic pricing. Ever wonder why your ride-share costs more in the rain or concert tickets skyrocket in minutes? Juan explains the algorithms that decide what you pay and discusses whether this practice is an innovative business strategy or simply sophisticated price gouging.

Join the crew for a crucial conversation about your rights, your property, and the future of ownership in the digital age.

Artists mentioned in this episode

• Mad Hare Press - Liz Ortiz
• Kurt Munz-Raper

We're back! After a long hiatus, The Fifth Dimension returns with a huge update. You loved him as a guest last season, so we made it official—Orrin is now a permanent co-host!

In his first episode as part of the core crew, Orrin dives deep with us into forging unstoppable habits in health and fitness, sharing his secrets to staying consistent even when motivation fades.

Then, Kurt takes the lead as we debate the biggest cinematic hits and misses of 2025 so far. Is your favorite movie a triumph or a train wreck?

Join Juan, Kurt, and Orrin for a massive catch-up. You won't want to miss this one!

In this SEASON FINALE of The Fifth Dimension Podcast, our co-hosts discuss movies they are looking forward to seeing this year, books they have read, insight into politics, and they offer up some reflection as we look ahead to 2025. This episode features responses from our listeners who have engaged on our polls and questions over on our social media platforms. The podcast also features special guest co-host and contributor: Orrin Dewbre.

Program Notes and Corrections:

On Tuesday, January 28th The Doomsday Clock was updated to 89 Seconds to Midnight (click to read the article)

Correction: Juan mentioned an interview with the two co-stars of the Avengers movies and mistakenly named Chris Hemsworth. It was Paul Rudd and Jeremy Renner. You can view that interview by clicking the link.

The voice actor for Miles Morales from the Spiderverse movies is Shameik Moore

The Fifth Dimension Podcast Team

Jose Rivas and Fernando Rivas - Consultants

Luis Rivas - Music composer and performer, co-host

Orrin Dewbre - special guest co-host

Kurt Munz-Raper - co-host

Juan Rivas - executive producer and co-host