81. A brief history of NPR funding
Darian Woods discusses NPR's funding sources and the implications of President Trump's executive order to cut federal support.
82. A UK Tariff Scorecard: We Lost
The post discusses the negative impact of increased tariffs on UK-US trade under the Trump administration, highlighting the permanence of higher tariffs compared to previous rates.
83. “Changes in International Economics: Do We Need to Alter Our Approach?”
Menzie Chinn discusses the evolving nature of international economics and its implications for educational approaches in the field.
84. What’s a New Drug Worth?
Timothy Taylor discusses President Trump's drug pricing policy and its economic implications, referencing recent academic papers on pharmaceutical pricing and innovation.
85. Trump tried to fire Corporation for Public Broadcasting board members. Then came DOGE
Stephen Fowler discusses Trump's attempt to dismiss Corporation for Public Broadcasting board members and the subsequent involvement of DOGE staffers.
86. They Took Our Jobs: The Sequel
Tyler Watts discusses job growth in the U.S., arguing that new service sector jobs often pay better than lost manufacturing jobs, countering common economic misconceptions.
87. They Took Our Jobs: The Sequel
An argument that job growth in the U.S. has outpaced population growth, with many new jobs offering better wages than lost manufacturing positions, challenging common misconceptions about employment trends.
88. They Didn’t Take Our Jobs
An argument that job growth in the U.S. has outpaced population growth, with many new jobs paying better than lost manufacturing positions, challenging common misconceptions about employment trends.
89. Can Democrats really win the Senate in 2026?
The post examines the challenges and potential strategies for Democrats to win the Senate in 2026, highlighting key races and the impact of candidate quality.
90. Fed April SLOOS Survey: Banks reported Weaker Demand for Residential Real Estate
The post discusses the April 2025 SLOOS survey findings, highlighting weaker demand for residential real estate loans and tighter lending standards by banks.
91. When an Arsonist Poses as a Firefighter
Paul Krugman discusses Trump's recent tariff cuts on China, analyzing their implications for trade policy and economic uncertainty.
92. Why Picking a Pope Takes More Than a Majority
Jadrian Wooten explores the complexities of the papal election process, emphasizing the economic implications of voting rules and decision-making trade-offs.
93. Stocks soar after U.S. and China agree to temporarily slash tariffs
The post discusses the positive market reaction following the U.S. and China’s agreement to temporarily reduce tariffs.
94. Housing May 12th Weekly Update: Inventory up 1.6% Week-over-week, Up 32.9% Year-over-year
Bill McBride discusses the increase in active single-family housing inventory, highlighting significant year-over-year growth and comparisons to previous years.
95. At least five interesting things: Requiem for capitalism edition (#63)
Noah Smith discusses the decline of capitalism, highlighting political and economic challenges, including tariffs, the legacy of Warren Buffett, and broader market trends.
96. The U.S. and China cut tariffs. And, what's expected from Trump's Middle East trip
Brittney Melton discusses the U.S. and China reducing tariffs and anticipates commerce and cultural exchanges during Trump's Middle East trip.
97. The future of student loan repayment, explained
The post discusses potential changes to student loan repayment options, highlighting a Republican proposal that limits borrowers to two repayment plans.
98. The U.S. and China announce a deal to cut tariffs, temporarily easing trade war
Willem Marx discusses a temporary agreement between the U.S. and China to reduce tariffs, easing tensions in their trade war.
99. The Indicator: American science brain drain
The post discusses how federal cuts and scrutiny are prompting U.S. scientists to leave the country, impacting both science and the economy.
100. Can OnlyFans save the music industry?
An argument that explores how rising concert costs and economic pressures are pushing indie artists to use platforms like OnlyFans for financial support.