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The protagonist reflects on the New York redemption scheme laid out in Seinfeld, drawing parallels to a personal nostalgia rooted in his childhood. He recalls a time when the idea of redeeming cans and bottles was not only simple but also palpable with excitement. However, in the current landscape, the realities and costs of travel quickly begin to overshadow the fun. With flights to Sydney prohibitively expensive for a breakfast spot appearance, he considers driving.