3541. Becker vs Adler Part 3
Scott Cunningham reflects on the interplay between psychology and economics, particularly contrasting Gary Becker's economic theories with Alfred Adler's psychological insights.
3542. A government of small change
The author discusses the cautious political approach of the Labour government in the UK, focusing on economic implications and the influence of social conservatism on policy decisions.
3543. The chaos has arrived
Noah Smith discusses the chaotic political landscape following Trump's inauguration, highlighting purges in the FBI, tariff threats, and disruptions in federal aid.
3544. Why the Paul Skenes Baseball Card Is Worth A Million Dollars
Jadrian Wooten explains the extraordinary value of the Paul Skenes baseball card, highlighting the concepts of supply and demand in economics.
3545. An Expanded Parameter Space For The Reverse Substitution Of Labor
Robert Vienneau discusses the analysis of production techniques and variations in labor substitution within a defined parameter space.
3546. Do we want a "faster" human?
Joshua Gans discusses the implications of AI automation on jobs and productivity, highlighting concerns about the future of human work in the face of generative AI advancements.
3547. Luka Doncic and the market for lemons
Nate Silver analyzes the unexpected trade of Luka Doncic, questioning the rationale behind it and comparing it to historical superstar trades in sports.
3548. Trump starts to break things
Noah Smith discusses Trump's economic policies, particularly his tariffs, and their potential impact on the economy and U.S. relations with allies.
3549. Patrick Collison interview + at least five interesting things (#58)
Noah Smith discusses his interview with Patrick Collison, covering topics like U.S. labor productivity, liberalism, humanoid robots, and urban aesthetics.
3550. SBSQ #17: How should you prepare for an AI future?
Nate Silver discusses how individuals can prepare for the potential impacts of AI on jobs and the economy, emphasizing the importance of adapting to technological changes.
3551. The Fed gets to be boring for now
Claudia Sahm discusses the Federal Reserve's current monetary policy stance, emphasizing their cautious approach to interest rates amid economic uncertainty and inflation concerns.
3552. Some simple lessons from China's big AI breakthrough
Noah Smith discusses China's DeepSeek AI breakthrough, its implications for U.S.-China competition, and the economic effects on Nvidia and the AI market.
3553. Episode 45. Tariffs and US Trade Policy History with Douglas Irwin (Dartmouth Economics Professor)
Jon Hartley discusses US trade policy history and tariffs with Douglas Irwin, exploring their economic implications and the impact of globalization on consumers and labor markets.
3554. Did Marginalism Become Accepted As A Reaction to Marxism?
Robert Vienneau discusses how the acceptance of marginalism in economics may have been a reaction to Marxism and its influence on social and economic theory.
3555. Tuesday's Assorted Links
The author discusses various stories illustrating economic principles and their implications, including AT&T's service changes and the impact of TikTok on consumer behavior.
3556. Labour and Growth
The author discusses Labour's focus on economic growth as a means to improve living standards, emphasizing the role of government in fostering growth and public investment.
3557. Too many Americans still fear the future
Noah Smith discusses Americans' fear of the future, attributing it to economic stability and the risks of change, while highlighting signs of optimism and adaptability.
3558. It's time to come to grips with AI
Nate Silver discusses the implications of AI advancements, political dynamics surrounding AI policy, and the need for informed debate across the political spectrum.
3559. Houston Doesn’t Own Snow Plows—and That’s Okay
Jadrian Wooten explains why Houston and similar cities do not own snow plows, emphasizing economic efficiency in managing fixed and variable costs.
3560. Paul Krugman and Noah Smith have a chat
Noah Smith discusses his conversation with Paul Krugman, touching on media, economics, and political dynamics during the Trump era.