321. Trump's economic approval hits a new low at 36%, poll finds
Domenico Montanaro discusses a poll revealing that 70% of Americans feel the economy is unaffordable and disapprove of Trump's economic management.
322. Is the viral cheese pull saving chain restaurants?
The discussion centers on how viral food trends, particularly cheese pulls, impact chain restaurants' marketing and customer engagement strategies.
323. Episode 62. Jay Bhattacharya on the National Institutes of Health As Innovation Accelerator
The discussion centers on the NIH's role as an innovation accelerator, addressing scientific replication, productivity measurement, and new policies on animal testing and AI.
324. After outcry over prices, FIFA to sell $60 tickets for the World Cup -- with a catch
Rafael Nam discusses FIFA's decision to offer $60 World Cup tickets with restrictions for supporters of qualified teams and limited availability.
325. What to know from Susie Wiles' interviews with 'Vanity Fair,' according to the writer
Elena Burnett discusses Chris Whipple's interviews with Susie Wiles and insights into her relationship with President Trump.
326. What is Heather Cox Richardsonism?
Nate Silver discusses Heather Cox Richardson's influence as a political writer and the cultural phenomenon surrounding her Substack, highlighting her appeal to liberal audiences.
327. Tuesday's Assorted Links
The post highlights various stories that illustrate economic principles and trends, including pricing experiments, unemployment claims, and job market changes.
328. Part 2: Current State of the Housing Market; Overview for mid-December 2025
An overview of the housing market's current state, focusing on inventory, sales, prices, and mortgage rates as of mid-December 2025.
329. Europe’s Tech Lag: Does It Matter?
An argument that Europe's productivity growth lag behind the U.S. may be overstated, focusing on the significance of tech sector performance and measurement challenges.
330. No Manufacturing Jolt from Tariffs
Jon Murphy discusses how tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration have failed to create manufacturing jobs, indicating a negative trend in job openings and hiring.
331. Retail Sales Unchanged in October
Bill McBride discusses unchanged retail sales in October, highlighting a 3.5% year-over-year increase and revisions to previous months' data.
332. Comments on November Employment Report
Bill McBride analyzes the November employment report, noting job losses, wage growth trends, and the increase in part-time workers for economic reasons.
333. The U.S. added just 64,000 jobs in November -- a sign the labor market is slowing
Hiring has slowed, with only 64,000 jobs added in November and an increase in the unemployment rate to 4.6%.
334. November Employment Report: 64 thousand Jobs, 4.6% Unemployment Rate; October Lost 105 thousand Jobs
Bill McBride discusses the November employment report, highlighting job growth, unemployment rates, and revisions to previous months' data.
335. The Warner Bros. Curse
An argument that Warner Bros. struggles with past mergers and acquisitions while facing competition from Netflix and Paramount for potential buyers.
336. Emergent Ventures India, 14th cohort
The post highlights grant recipients from the 14th cohort of Emergent Ventures India, showcasing innovative projects in various fields, including AI, healthcare, and sustainable technology.
337. Chain restaurants are hit by tariffs and inflation. How do they control costs?
The post examines how chain restaurants manage to maintain low prices despite inflation and rising food costs.
338. Built to spill: The life of a crash test dummy
Camila Domonoske discusses the creation and purpose of automotive crash test dummies in improving vehicle safety.
339. Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation over Jan. 6 speech edit
The Associated Press discusses Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC over an edited speech related to January 6.
340. On Deepities and Dual-Level Aphorisms
The discussion centers on the concept of "deepities," exploring their dual meanings and how they can provide psychological insights despite their seemingly trivial nature.