2001. For MAGA, Ignorance is Strength
An argument that the Trump administration's budget cuts to NOAA undermine scientific research and public goods, reflecting a broader agenda against climate science and government functionality.
2002. Inflation heats up in June as President Trump's tariffs start to bite
Scott Horsley discusses the rise in consumer prices in June, attributing it to the impact of President Trump's tariffs.
2003. YoY Measures of Inflation: Services, Goods and Shelter
The post analyzes year-over-year inflation measures for services, goods, and shelter, highlighting changes in prices and trends through June 2025.
2004. Planet Money Summer School tackles political economy
The post discusses how the current season of a free economics course focuses on the government's significant role in the economy.
2005. 4 astronauts splashdown on SpaceX capsule to end Axiom Space's private Ax-4 mission
Russell Lewis discusses the successful splashdown of four astronauts after Axiom Space's Ax-4 mission, highlighting Peggy Whitson's record-setting space duration.
2006. Why Trump's tariffs may hit low-income households hardest
An argument that tariffs imposed by the Trump administration disproportionately affect low-income households by targeting their preferred goods.
2007. Why there's so much excitement around a cryptocurrency called stablecoin
Rafael Nam discusses the rising interest in stablecoins and the regulatory measures Congress is considering for them.
2008. Power prices are expected to soar under new tax cut and spending law
Michael Copley discusses how the absence of renewable energy policies may lead to increased power prices as federal clean energy tax incentives are set to expire.
2009. How to talk to the AIs
Tyler Cowen discusses the implications of AI discourse, criticizing doomsday narratives and emphasizing the importance of responsible communication about AI's potential.
2010. Why aren't filmmakers shooting in LA?
Darian Woods discusses the decline of film production in Los Angeles due to competition from states and countries offering production subsidies.
2011. SBSQ #22:⚡Lightning Round edition⚡
Nate Silver discusses various reader questions about political implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill and its effects on the midterms and public perception.
2012. Tuesday: CPI, NY Fed Mfg
Bill McBride discusses upcoming economic reports, specifically the Consumer Price Index and the New York Fed manufacturing survey, and their implications for interest rates.
2013. Why the Federal Reserve's building renovations are attracting the White House's ire
A $2.5 billion renovation of the Federal Reserve's headquarters is facing criticism from the Trump administration amid ongoing tensions over interest rate policies.
2014. Minimum Wage Misery
Walter Block argues that minimum wage laws harm the economically weakest individuals, preventing them from obtaining jobs that match their productivity levels.
2015. CPI Preview
Bill McBride discusses the upcoming Consumer Price Index release, consensus forecasts, and factors influencing inflation trends.
2016. Why Are Americans Suddenly Saving Again?
The post examines the recent increase in American savings, exploring both optimistic and pessimistic interpretations of this trend in relation to economic confidence and consumer behavior.
2017. Making Immigration Great Again
Paul Krugman discusses the political implications of immigration policies under Trump, highlighting public disapproval of his approach and the reality of immigrant crime rates.
2018. Housing July 14th Weekly Update: Inventory down 0.7% Week-over-week, Down 11% from 2019 Levels
Bill McBride discusses the recent trends in single-family housing inventory, noting a week-over-week decline and comparisons to previous years.
2019. Developing countries: A follow-up
The post discusses the impact of industrial policy on developing countries' economic growth, highlighting challenges and opportunities in the post-pandemic landscape.
2020. Trump's Brazil tariffs are 'grotesquely illegal,' says Nobel Prize-winning economist
An argument that tariffs proposed by Trump will persist and negatively impact U.S. consumers, according to economist Paul Krugman.