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Everyday Economics

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Economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug join forces to unravel the complexities of global markets, inflation, and everything else you need to know to navigate the economic world around you.

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U.S. Consumer Spending Increased in January 27.02.2023 6:11

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index ticking up in January on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organization...

Gen Z Consumers Are Racking up Credit Card Debt 24.02.2023 6:47

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss growing consumer debt, what it indicates, and how it impacts the greater economy on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizat...

Should We Expect a 20% Decline in Home Prices? 23.02.2023 6:41

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss claims of a 20% drop in home prices amidst rising interest rates on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations. --- Listen...

Does Intelligence Amount to Economic Success? 22.02.2023 5:26

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss a study that looks at the correlation between intelligence and economic success on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizati...

Rent Disinflation is Underway 21.02.2023 6:42

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss rent disinflation and home builder confidence on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations. --- Listen to Other ATN Produ...

Inflation Not Slowing As Fast As Everyone Expected 20.02.2023 8:20

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the most recent data that indicates that inflation is not slowing as much as everyone expected on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respec...

Economic Upturn a Real Possibility? 17.02.2023 6:31

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the idea that some economists see an economic upturn as a real possibility for the US economy on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respect...

Americans Are Burning Through Cash 16.02.2023 6:47

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the reality that Americans are starting to feel the economic 'squeeze' and savings are starting to shrink on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of t...

Tech Layoffs Impacting Highly Skilled Immigrant Workers 15.02.2023 6:17

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss tech sector layoffs, how they impact immigrant workers, and how it all plays into the larger economy on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their...

Data Revisions: Prices Dropping at Slower Pace Than Originally Thought 14.02.2023 5:46

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss revisions to economic data that show prices dropped at a slower pace than originally thought on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respecti...

Understanding the 'Lost Gains' in the Housing Market 13.02.2023 6:09

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss how to understand the 'lost gains' in the housing market in recent months on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations. -...

Economic Impact of the Super Bowl 10.02.2023 7:08

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the economic impact of the Super Bowl on host cities on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations. --- Listen to Other AT...

The Fed Could Make 'Historic Mistake' & Push U.S. Economy Into a Recession 09.02.2023 6:27

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the next potential moves by The Fed and how they could be too 'hawkish' on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations. ---...

The (Economic) State of the Union 08.02.2023 9:48

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they reflect on President Biden's 2023 State of the Union address and the economic realities of the U.S. on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respectiv...

Breaking Down the Tech Sector Layoffs 06.02.2023 8:33

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss recent news of layoffs, particularly in the tech sector, on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations. --- Listen to Othe...

Signs of Economic Weakness Are Everywhere 02.02.2023 7:21

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss The Fed's decision to raise interest rates at a slower rate than previously and how that is an indication of a weakening economy on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not nec...

Consumers Spending Less on Luxury Products & Services 01.02.2023 8:10

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the reduction in luxury purchases and how it correlates with consumer sentiment on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizati...

Housing Market All Doom and Gloom? Not So Fast 31.01.2023 7:15

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the 'doom and gloom' nature of commentary surrounding the housing market on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations. --...

What to Expect From The Fed Meeting This Week 30.01.2023 7:24

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they preview the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting this week and what is expected to come out of it on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective orga...

Business Activity Contracting Sharply 27.01.2023 7:09

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the report that shows business activity has contracted sharply on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations. --- Listen t...

U.S. GDP Rose 2.9% In the Fourth Quarter 26.01.2023 7:28

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the Q4 GDP numbers and how the numbers impact fears of a recession in 2023 on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations....

Economic Impacts of China's Reopening 25.01.2023 5:56

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss what the reopening of China will mean for the US and global economy on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective organizations. --- Lis...

Does the Federal Reserve Need to Do More? 24.01.2023 7:33

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss whether the Federal Reserve has done enough or if it needs to do more to combat inflation on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the views of their respective...

Recession Watch: Economists' Predictions Are All Over the Place 23.01.2023 7:38

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss why economic predictions are all over the place for 2023, who is worth listening to, and how they evaluate predictions on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily t...

What is Going On with the 'Debt Limit'? 20.01.2023 6:12

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the what the debt ceiling is, why it is important, and what would happen if a debt limit agreement isn't reached on this episode of Everyday Economics! Everyday Economics is an unrehearsed, free-flow discussion of the economic news shaping the day. The thoughts expressed by the hosts are theirs, unedited, and not necessarily the vie...