5341. The Ukraine peace deal
Tyler Cowen discusses the complexities of the Ukraine peace deal, highlighting economic implications, political dynamics, and the potential for future aid and support.
5342. My Field Guide for Deeply Feeling
Scott Cunningham reflects on personal growth, emotional entanglement, and the usefulness of psychological models in navigating life's complexities.
5343. Federal Debt: More Than You Want to Know
Paul Krugman discusses federal debt, its historical context, and the need for responsible political action to manage it effectively.
5344. Only fools think Elon is incompetent
Noah Smith argues that dismissing Elon Musk's competence is misguided, emphasizing his exceptional organizational skills and accomplishments in technology and manufacturing.
5345. Why I think AI take-off is relatively slow
Tyler Cowen argues that the slow adoption of AI is influenced by economic inefficiencies, regulatory bottlenecks, and human limitations in productivity.
5346. A Fed Inflation Credibility Index under Trump
Menzie Chinn analyzes inflation expectations and credibility during Trump's administrations using survey data and economic measures.
5347. Schedule for Week of February 23, 2025
Bill McBride discusses key economic reports and data releases scheduled for the week of February 23, 2025, including home sales and GDP estimates.
5348. Hire Don’t Fire at the FDA
Alex Tabarrok argues that increasing FDA staff, rather than firing employees, is essential for faster drug approvals and better patient outcomes.
5349. A Conversation with Jim Chanos
Paul Krugman discusses his conversation with Jim Chanos about market conditions and global trends, highlighting Chanos's insights and charm.
5350. The Mother of All Magic Asterisks
Menzie Chinn critiques the House Budget's unrealistic revenue plans and economic assumptions, highlighting potential impacts on GDP and national debt.
5351. Dis-Inversion and Re-Inversion over the Last 3 Months
Menzie Chinn discusses recent trends in yield curves and term spreads, indicating concerns about economic growth over various time horizons.
5352. February 21st COVID Update: COVID in Wastewater Declining
Bill McBride discusses the decline of COVID in wastewater and its implications for hospitalizations and deaths, while noting changes in reporting requirements.
5353. Why I’m Not Very Worried about the 2032 Asteroid
David Henderson discusses the low probability of the 2032 asteroid causing significant harm, emphasizing its likely impact on sparsely populated areas rather than global catastrophe.
5354. Consumer Expectations Crash, 1 Year Ahead Inflation Expectations Soar as 5 Year Ahead Hits Record
Menzie Chinn discusses consumer expectations and inflation trends, highlighting significant changes in sentiment and potential implications for economic stability.
5355. A Blueprint for Freedom: The Classical Liberal Path to Prosperity
Vance Ginn discusses the importance of limited government, economic freedom, and individual rights as essential for prosperity and liberty in society.
5356. Interview with Alan Auerbach: Federal Debt and Social Security
David A. Price interviews Alan Auerbach about the U.S. federal debt, Social Security, and the impact of inflation on fiscal policies and benefits.
5357. NAR: Existing-Home Sales Decreased to 4.08 million SAAR in January
Bill McBride discusses the decrease in existing-home sales in January, highlighting regional trends and year-over-year improvements in inventory and sales rates.
5358. When MAGA Meets Minsky
Paul Krugman discusses the detrimental effects of the Musk/Trump administration's policies on financial regulation and the potential for a future financial crisis.
5359. Why Is Marginalist Economics Wrong?
Robert Vienneau critiques marginalist economics, particularly its treatment of capital and inconsistencies in equilibrium models, advocating for a modernized classical political economy instead.
5360. America is being sold out by its leaders
Noah Smith discusses how America's leadership under Trump is compromising national security through withdrawal, disarmament, and deindustrialization, drawing parallels to historical concessions after major conflicts.