747. The Psychology of Military Incompetence
Paul Krugman discusses military incompetence, linking it to anti-intellectualism and outdated beliefs about warfare, highlighting the failures of U.S. military leadership.
748. Confidence Surprises Upside (Slightly)
An argument that the Conference Board's Confidence Index shows unexpected improvement despite rising gasoline prices, while also highlighting increased recession likelihood and inflation expectations.
749. Tuesday's Assorted Links
Jadrian Wooten discusses various stories highlighting economic principles, including price increases, delinquency rates, and employment trends among white-collar workers.
750. The Oil Crisis is About to Get Physical
An argument that the oil crisis will escalate due to supply disruptions, leading to significant price increases and uncertainty regarding demand elasticity and future oil availability.
751. Former Alex Jones employee says: 'It was nonsense, it was lies'
A former employee of a controversial media company shares insights about the deceptive practices and misinformation prevalent in the organization.
752. The Odd Couple Episode 4: Introducing Hannah
Scott Cunningham discusses a podcast where he and Caitlin Myers use AI to research abortion clinic closures and marriage effects, introducing a new team member, Hannah Sayre.
753. Gas crosses $4 a gallon in the U.S. for the first time in 3 years
Rising gas prices in the U.S. are influenced by the war with Iran, impacting affordability concerns among consumers.
754. Guest Contribution: “Oil Shocks Raise Recession Odds and Inflation Risks”
Menzie Chinn discusses the implications of rising oil prices on the U.S. economy, focusing on recession risks and inflationary pressures.
755. The final batch of World Cup tickets is about to go on sale. Here are 5 things to know
The post provides key information about the final sale of World Cup tickets, including pricing and the impact of fear of missing out (FOMO).
756. How Trump's EEOC is attacking DEI and emphasizing white people
An argument that the EEOC's new agenda under its Trump-appointed chair shifts focus from protecting marginalized workers to addressing concerns of white individuals.
757. New issue of Econ Journal Watch
The post reviews various articles discussing economic models, globalization effects, housing supply reforms, Covid-19 policy critiques, and shifts in central banking research focus.
758. Trump approval just hit the 30s. Can his numbers get any lower?
The post examines Trump's declining approval ratings, linking them to recent events and economic factors like gas prices, while considering the potential for future recovery.
759. 113 Years of the Real Oil Price (WTI)
The post analyzes historical oil price data, emphasizing the impact of energy price shocks on economic recessions and the unpredictability of these shocks over time.
760. The Flaws of Overconfident AI
The discussion highlights AI's inability to express confidence in its answers, emphasizing the need for human-AI interaction and the potential negative impact on employment perceptions.