3041. What's this about a crypto reserve?
Paddy Hirsch discusses the U.S. government's plans for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and its implications for beneficiaries.
3042. Interview with Paul Krugman: Trade and Industrial Policy
Timothy Taylor discusses Paul Krugman's insights on trade, industrial policy, and the ineffectiveness of tariffs in addressing economic issues.
3043. The Data is Right: Americans are Prospering Economically
Jeremy Horpedahl critiques Eugene Ludwig's claims about economic distress, arguing that data shows Americans are prospering, with improvements in labor markets and earnings.
3044. Manuel Klausner, Joyous Libertarian
The post reflects on the life and influence of Manny Klausner, highlighting his contributions to libertarianism and the growth of Reason magazine.
3045. Trump is taking a hammer to traditional pillars of soft power
The post discusses the Trump administration's reduction of U.S. international aid and soft power initiatives, highlighting its implications for American foreign policy.
3046. A Win-Win Proposal to Fix Social Security
A proposal suggests a voluntary buyout option for Social Security, allowing individuals to opt out in exchange for reduced payroll taxes, benefiting both participants and the program's sustainability.
3047. LA Ports: February Inbound Traffic Up YoY, Outbound Down
Bill McBride discusses the changes in inbound and outbound container traffic at LA ports, highlighting year-over-year increases and decreases in imports and exports.
3048. The Fed holds interest rates steady as Trump's trade agenda sparks uncertainty
Scott Horsley discusses the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates and the potential impact of Trump's trade policies on inflation.
3049. It's your last chance to claim pandemic-era stimulus checks, the IRS says. Here's how
The post informs readers about the deadline for claiming pandemic-era stimulus checks for those who haven't filed their 2021 tax returns.
3050. 'AI Valley' author worries there's 'so much power in the hands of few people'
An argument that regulation is essential for managing AI's potential benefits and risks, emphasizing the concentration of power among a few individuals in the industry.
3051. AIA: "Billings remain soft at architecture firms as interest in new projects wanes"
Bill McBride discusses the decline in billings at architecture firms and reduced interest in new projects, indicating economic uncertainty and a slowdown in construction activity.
3052. Good Goals, Poor Implementation
An argument that effective budget cuts require careful consideration of productivity and institutional knowledge, rather than arbitrary reductions that can worsen organizational efficiency.
3053. Smears, Sadism and Social Security
Paul Krugman discusses the cruel implications of proposed changes to Social Security that would harm disabled Americans, linking them to the egos of influential figures like Elon Musk.
3054. The Emergence of Triple Switching and the Rarity of Reswitching Explained
Robert Vienneau discusses the rarity of reswitching and triple-switching in production techniques, exploring theoretical and empirical aspects of these phenomena in economics.
3055. Economics of AI Assignment: Interview Roleplay, Deep Research, Roleplay again
The post describes an educational assignment involving roleplay and deep research, utilizing ChatGPT for interviews to enhance student learning and understanding.
3056. MBA: Mortgage Applications Decrease in Latest MBA Weekly Survey
Bill McBride discusses a decrease in mortgage applications and the impact of rising mortgage rates on refinancing and purchasing activity.
3057. “Explain to me the blog Marginal Revolution, throwing in random German terms, and also weaving in the story of a circus clown.”
Tyler Cowen discusses the Marginal Revolution blog, blending economic concepts with a whimsical story about a circus clown who applies economic theories to his performances.
3058. Escheat show (Update)
Audrey Quinn discusses an obscure government program that collects forgotten money and explores how individuals can locate their misplaced funds.
3059. Why there's no referee for the trade war
The discussion focuses on the U.S. withdrawal from the WTO's dispute settlement system and its implications for international trade relations.
3060. ARCHIVE: Original Silver Bulletin 2025 March Madness Predictions
An archive of NCAA tournament predictions, detailing a rating system and analysis based on historical data, with updates on team performance and forecasts.