5041. As global tariff tensions rise, here's the latest on U.S. trade with top partners
Rebecca Rosman discusses the impact of President Trump's tariffs on U.S. trade with major partners amid rising global tariff tensions.
5042. Where Are the “Free Market Advocates”?
The post critiques the absence of free market advocates in Trump's administration, highlighting the alignment of populist conservatives and progressives on antitrust enforcement and state power.
5043. How to use Silver Bulletin
Nate Silver discusses the launch and navigation of Silver Bulletin, highlighting its cyclical nature around elections and sports, and the evolution of its content delivery.
5044. Elon Musk is winning Republican fans. Can Tesla win them over, too?
Camila Domonoske discusses Tesla's shifting customer base, noting its growing appeal among conservatives and questioning if Republican buyers can offset liberal losses.
5045. Silver Bulletin Women's College Basketball (SBCB) ratings 🏀
The post introduces women's college basketball ratings, detailing the SBCB system's methodology and differences between pure and Bayesian ratings for performance evaluation.
5046. Fed's Flow of Funds: Household Net Worth Increased $0.2 Trillion in Q4
An argument that household net worth rose in Q4 2024, driven by corporate equities, while real estate values declined and household debt increased.
5047. Trump threatens a 200% tariff on European alcohol
A potential 200% tariff on European alcoholic beverages by Trump could significantly impact trade relations and pricing in the alcohol market.
5048. Making Sweatshops Great Again
An argument that the nostalgia for past industries overlooks the benefits of modern trade and the need for targeted industrial policy to foster future economic growth.
5049. CoreLogic: 1.1 million Homeowners with Negative Equity in Q4 2024
Bill McBride discusses CoreLogic's report on homeowner equity, noting a rise in equity but an increase in negative equity among 1.1 million homes in Q4 2024.
5050. Recap For A Triple -Switching Example
An argument that illustrates complex interactions in parameter space through triple-switching and reswitching, challenging traditional economic theories regarding capital-intensity and output per worker.
5051. The Wages of Nations: How AI Changes What It Means to Learn, Earn, and Grow
An argument that AI is reshaping work, education, and economic productivity, echoing historical insights on technology's impact on wages and employment.
5052. Judge dismisses Fox News from sexual assault lawsuit against former star
A federal judge dismissed Fox News from a sexual assault lawsuit involving former anchor Ed Henry and allegations from former producer Jennifer Eckhart.
5053. Intrigued by buy-now, pay-later loans? Experts break down 6 pros and cons
Andee Tagle discusses the advantages and disadvantages of buy-now, pay-later loans, providing insights from experts on their implications for consumers.
5054. EJ Antoni — Who Believes We’ve Been in Recession since 2022 — Worries that Democrats Will Misunderstand GDPNow to Claim We’re Entering a Recession in 2025Q1
An argument that GDPNow's recent downturn may be misinterpreted politically, while discussing recession indicators and contrasting views on economic conditions since 2022.
5055. Episode 47. U.S. Monetary Policy, Inflation, and Labor Markets with Adriana Kugler (Federal Reserve Governor)
A discussion on U.S. monetary policy, inflation trends, labor market stability, and economic forecasts led by a Federal Reserve Governor at a Miami economic forum.
5056. How many times can you say uncertainty in one economic report?
An argument that highlights the prevalence of uncertainty in economic reports, particularly regarding tariffs and market volatility, as reflected in the Federal Reserve's Beige Book.
5057. The NATO debate, one year later
Scott Sumner discusses Trump's stance on NATO, arguing that the alliance's strength lies in mutual defense rather than military spending percentages.
5058. Trade War Fears
An argument that historical fears of economic dominance by Japan and China reflect recurring themes in society, illustrating how such anxieties often prove unfounded over time.
5059. The last time we shrank the federal workforce
The discussion centers on the potential savings from cutting federal jobs and reflects on past efforts to reduce government size in the 1990s.
5060. Review of the Strong Gods III: Reno Swings and Misses on Economics
The discussion critiques Reno's economic arguments, highlighting inaccuracies and misunderstandings regarding economic theories and concepts, particularly concerning inequality and trade.