501. Noahpinion's 2025 Year in Review
Key themes from the past year include the impact of tariffs on the economy, the AI boom, and misconceptions about trade and economic policy.
502. Origins of Thanksgiving
Timothy Taylor discusses the historical origins of Thanksgiving, including its proclamations and the economic and political implications surrounding its establishment as a national holiday.
503. My excellent Conversation with Cass Sunstein
The discussion centers on liberalism, its vulnerabilities, and connections to culture, particularly through Bob Dylan's music and its themes of freedom and self-invention.
504. What to do about AI referee reports?
Joshua Gans discusses the prevalence of AI-generated referee reports in academic publishing and proposes a solution for editors to assess their value.
505. Clifford Winston: “Market Corrections Not Government Interventions”
An argument that markets can self-correct over time, suggesting caution in government interventions due to their frequent failures and inefficiencies.
506. US Poverty and Policy
The discussion centers on poverty measurement, the effectiveness of anti-poverty programs, and the complexities of poverty alleviation in the US.
507. Are poker players liberal or conservative?
An argument that poker players exhibit a mix of political views, with some leaning conservative while others hold progressive opinions, challenging assumptions about their political affiliations.
508. ICE First Look at October Mortgage Performance: "National delinquency rate fell"
Bill McBride discusses the decline in the national mortgage delinquency rate and the rise in refinance activity due to softening mortgage rates.
509. Fed's Beige Book: "Economic activity little changed"
Bill McBride discusses the latest Federal Reserve Beige Book report, highlighting unchanged economic activity, consumer spending trends, and labor market conditions.
510. 4 marketing tricks to not fall for this holiday season
The discussion focuses on recognizing and resisting common marketing tactics that create urgency and false discounts during the holiday season.
511. How to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The post provides details on the upcoming Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, including highlights and viewing options.
512. Warning: The Fed Can’t Rescue AI
Paul Krugman discusses the impact of the Fed's interest rate policy on AI-related stock prices, drawing parallels to the tech bubble of the late 1990s.
513. Happy Thanksgiving
The post reflects on Thanksgiving's history, the importance of food access, and the need to reduce regulations that contribute to hunger and food waste.
514. Freddie Mac House Price Index Up 1.0% Year-over-Year in October
The post discusses the Freddie Mac House Price Index's year-over-year increase and highlights regional declines in home prices across various states and cities.
515. Bad education is a terrible way to fight inequality
An argument that declining educational standards and pandemic-related learning loss contribute to increasing numbers of unprepared college students, exacerbating inequality in education.
516. “Why ‘Humane’ Immigration Policy Ends in Cruelty”
An argument that immigration policies in wealthy democracies inevitably lead to cruel enforcement measures due to rising migration demands and public opposition.
517. Emergent Ventures India, 13th cohort
The post highlights various grant recipients from the 13th cohort of Emergent Ventures India, showcasing their innovative projects across diverse fields.
518. The U.S. produces a lot of food waste. This place wants to address it
The post highlights the significant food waste in the U.S. and discusses efforts to mitigate this issue amidst rising grocery prices and environmental concerns.
519. Tuesday's Assorted Links
The post highlights various stories related to economic principles, including job cuts, international student enrollment, and cultural trends affecting marriage interest.
520. Prospects for Computer Equipment Investment
Menzie Chinn analyzes the impact of capital investment in AI on GDP growth and speculates on future trends in computer equipment investment.