3001. More for Palantir, less for mRNA, and a disaster database redemption arc
Darian Woods discusses Palantir's revenue growth, cuts to mRNA vaccine research, and the revival of a climate disaster database.
3002. The US Auto Industry: Evolving, not Evaporating
An argument that the US auto industry has adapted to globalization, maintaining output and employment despite shifts away from traditional manufacturing hubs like Detroit.
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3003. “And you want to be my latex salesman?” (BLS edition) [updated 8/9/25]
The post discusses the potential nomination of EJ Antoni as BLS Commissioner and his controversial recession declarations, highlighting implications for economic analysis.
3004. Manufacturing on the Ropes?
Menzie Chinn discusses the decline in manufacturing employment and production indicators since March 2025, highlighting economic trends and potential impacts of tariffs.
3005. Laffer Curve in the United Kingdom?
An argument that the UK government's capital gains tax changes have led to decreased revenue, highlighting the long-term effects of tax policy on economic behavior.
3006. Trump taps White House economist Stephen Miran to fill Fed vacancy on temporary basis
The post discusses Trump's nomination of Stephen Miran to a temporary position on the Federal Reserve's board of governors.
3007. I've tracked my last 800 flights. Here's when you really need to get to the airport.
Nate Silver shares insights from his extensive flying experience, advising on optimal airport arrival times and challenging conventional wisdom about excessive early arrivals.
3008. We Have Never Been Woke Part 4: Why Are Symbolic Capitalists Woke?
Kevin Corcoran analyzes the rise of symbolic capitalists, their demographic characteristics, and their ideological alignment with Progressivism in American society.
3009. What to Watch (or Not): Ballard, Perfect Days, Billy Joel
The post reviews three media pieces, critiquing a TV show for poor writing, praising a film for its artistic depth, and exploring themes of isolation and connection.
3010. The Emperor’s New Trade Deal
Paul Krugman critiques Donald Trump's misconceptions about a trade deal with the EU, highlighting the economic implications of tariffs and their limited impact on Europe.
3011. 11 ways NPR readers resist the impulse to shop (plus, a poem for inspo)
Tips for mindful shopping are shared to help avoid regret and overspending, emphasizing the importance of resisting impulsive purchases.
3012. My entertaining Conversation with Annie Jacobsen
A discussion on nuclear weapons, fear, decision-making in crises, and reflections from defense officials on war and disarmament.
3013. Trump doubles tariffs on India, jeopardizing longstanding ties
The post discusses escalating tensions between the U.S. and India due to increased tariffs and pressure on India regarding Russian oil purchases.
3014. The legal case for — and against — Trump's tariffs
Scott Horsley discusses the legality of President Trump's tariffs and their financial implications for the government and American families.
3015. Trump's broad tariffs go into effect, just as economic pain is surfacing
Tariffs on goods from over 60 countries and the EU are implemented, coinciding with emerging economic challenges in the U.S.
3016. Equality Before the Law, Equality of Permission, and the Language of Libertarianism
Marcos Falcone explores how libertarians can redefine equality through the concept of "equality of permission" to bridge the gap between freedom and equality in public discourse.
3017. United Airlines flights grounded nationwide because of computer problems
A major computer system outage caused significant disruptions to United Airlines flights across the U.S., leading to ground stops at major hubs.
3018. CalculatedRisk (Still) on Recession Watch
Menzie Chinn discusses the U.S. economy's resilience, cautioning against recession predictions despite some negative indicators and trade policy impacts.
3019. Recession Watch Metrics
An argument that discusses various economic indicators and metrics to assess the likelihood of a recession, emphasizing housing, yield curves, and vehicle sales data.
3020. Accounting Identities and Economic Theories
Jon Murphy clarifies the distinction between accounting identities and economic models, emphasizing their different roles in understanding economic relationships and behaviors.