5421. Autogolpe
Paul Krugman discusses the ongoing political crisis in America, likening it to a self-coup orchestrated by Trump and Musk, undermining democratic institutions.
5422. A Robinsade For Austrian Capital Theory
Robert Vienneau discusses Bohm-Bawerk's ideas on capital formation and the relationship between saving, consumption, and future productivity in economic theory.
5423. Reflecting on Week 3 of my Economics of AI class
Scott Cunningham reflects on his third week teaching the Economics of AI class, focusing on labor markets and integrating Gen AI into learning.
5424. Warnings About Air Traffic Safety Two Months Before the Crash over the Potomac
Timothy Taylor discusses air traffic safety warnings and the FAA's modernization challenges prior to a fatal crash over the Potomac River.
5425. When are tariffs good?
Noah Smith discusses the potential justifications for tariffs, emphasizing national security and the need to protect domestic industries in the context of U.S. trade policy.
5426. A 1D Diagram For A Triple-Switching Example
Robert Vienneau explores triple-switching examples in economic models, discussing production techniques and their implications for labor and corn output dynamics.
5427. What will AI do to (p)research?
Joshua Gans discusses the potential impact of AI on academic research and how it may disrupt traditional research models.
5428. The game theory of Trump's tariff threats
Nate Silver discusses Trump's tariff threats, analyzing their implications through game theory and the economic leverage the U.S. holds over Canada and Mexico.
5429. Tuesday's Assorted Links
The author discusses various stories highlighting economic principles and their implications, including consumer confidence and data center energy consumption.
5430. Becker vs Adler Part 3
Scott Cunningham reflects on the interplay between psychology and economics, particularly contrasting Gary Becker's economic theories with Alfred Adler's psychological insights.
5431. A government of small change
The author discusses the cautious political approach of the Labour government in the UK, focusing on economic implications and the influence of social conservatism on policy decisions.
5432. The chaos has arrived
Noah Smith discusses the chaotic political landscape following Trump's inauguration, highlighting purges in the FBI, tariff threats, and disruptions in federal aid.
5433. Why the Paul Skenes Baseball Card Is Worth A Million Dollars
Jadrian Wooten explains the extraordinary value of the Paul Skenes baseball card, highlighting the concepts of supply and demand in economics.
5434. An Expanded Parameter Space For The Reverse Substitution Of Labor
Robert Vienneau discusses the analysis of production techniques and variations in labor substitution within a defined parameter space.
5435. Do we want a "faster" human?
Joshua Gans discusses the implications of AI automation on jobs and productivity, highlighting concerns about the future of human work in the face of generative AI advancements.
5436. Luka Doncic and the market for lemons
Nate Silver analyzes the unexpected trade of Luka Doncic, questioning the rationale behind it and comparing it to historical superstar trades in sports.
5437. Trump starts to break things
Noah Smith discusses Trump's economic policies, particularly his tariffs, and their potential impact on the economy and U.S. relations with allies.
5438. Patrick Collison interview + at least five interesting things (#58)
Noah Smith discusses his interview with Patrick Collison, covering topics like U.S. labor productivity, liberalism, humanoid robots, and urban aesthetics.
5439. SBSQ #17: How should you prepare for an AI future?
Nate Silver discusses how individuals can prepare for the potential impacts of AI on jobs and the economy, emphasizing the importance of adapting to technological changes.
5440. The Fed gets to be boring for now
Claudia Sahm discusses the Federal Reserve's current monetary policy stance, emphasizing their cautious approach to interest rates amid economic uncertainty and inflation concerns.