Mostly Economics
Mostly Economics
Podcast Description
Mostly Economics is a weekly show hosted by Center for Economic and Policy Research Senior Economist and co-founder, Dean Baker, about ways US economic policies affect everyday lives—from household budgets to global trade relationships. New episode released every Thursday.
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The podcast focuses on themes such as the impact of U.S. economic policies on everyday life, Modern Monetary Theory, and economic responses to events like the COVID-19 pandemic. Notable episodes include discussions on Bidenomics and the American Rescue Plan, where complex concepts like inflation, full employment, and trade-offs are explored. The show dives into various economic issues including federal budgeting, inequality, and the dynamics of supply chains.
Mostly Economics is a weekly show hosted by Center for Economic and Policy Research Senior Economist and co-founder, Dean Baker, about ways US economic policies affect everyday lives—from household budgets to global trade relationships. New episode released every Thursday.
Producer and Art Direction: Lisa N. Burnam
Motion Designer: Arturo Valladolid
Production Interns: Madison Belo, Daniel Stone
Today, Dean Baker speaks with Helaine Olen of the American Economic Liberties Project about how regular people can protect their savings when the AI bubble bursts. Which index funds limit your exposure? Should you rebalance? Are bonds really safe? And why should crypto and private equity stay out of your 401(k)? If you have a retirement account (and even if you don’t), you should tune in._____
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