The Center Square

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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Are Taxpayers Losing on Billion Dollar NFL Stadiums? 05.01.2026 11:19

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the NFL stadium boom in 2026 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. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.co...

Unemployment Ticks Up, Hiring Freezes: A Warning Sign for 2026? 17.12.2025 11:39

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the job market predictions for 2026 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. Support this podcast: https://secure.a...

A divided Fed cuts rates 16.12.2025 9:32

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the Fed rate decision 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. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/fran...

Car Prices in 2025: How to Negotiate and Win in a Soft Market 15.12.2025 11:52

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss how the 2025 car 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. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/fr...

The case for a December rate cut 08.12.2025 9:59

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the upcoming fed rate decision 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. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot...

Thanksgiving Costs Are DOWN?! The Real Economics Behind Your 2025 Holiday Dinner 26.11.2025 9:20

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the pricing on Thanksgiving dinner in 2025 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. Support this podcast: https://s...

Why are tech stocks falling? 20.11.2025 10:30

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the downturn in the stock market in the past week 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. Support this podcast:...

What does reopening the federal government mean for the economy? 18.11.2025 11:01

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the economic impacts of reopening the federal government 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. Support this podc...

What incentives are home builders offering new home buyers? 14.11.2025 13:27

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss home builder incentives 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. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/fr...

Is AI to blame for October job cuts? 12.11.2025 13:48

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the job market and the impact of AI on productivity 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. Support this podcast:...

Is the government shutdown coming to an end? 10.11.2025 11:59

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the impacts of the government shutdown and the possible implications of the proposed Senate bill to bring it to an end 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's wrong with Social Security? 05.11.2025 12:16

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss how social security works and the problems its facing 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. Support this podcast...

Are mortgage delinquency rates rising? 04.11.2025 13:30

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss mortgage delinquency rates and shifts in housing affordability 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. Support thi...

Will Fed rate cuts hurt or help the fragile economy? 03.11.2025 9:49

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the Federal Reserve's latest rate cut and the dissenting votes 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. Support thi...

What are the weak spots in the employment numbers? 30.10.2025 12:28

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the state of the labor market and the impacts of the federal government shutdown on employment 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...

Are we living in two economies? 29.10.2025 12:10

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss different impacts the current economy is having on those invested in the stock market and those on the lower end of the income distribution 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,...

Are housing costs moderating even as inflation ticks up? 28.10.2025 10:43

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss positive trends in the housing market even as the federal reserve faces challenges with stubborn inflation and a cooling job market 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...

Average new car prices break $50,000 22.10.2025 9:01

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss rising car prices and what they mean for the average buyer 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. Support this po...

What if tariffs ended tomorrow? 21.10.2025 12:38

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss tariffs and what would happen if they were removed across the board 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. Suppor...

What is killing economic expansion? 20.10.2025 9:28

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the week ahead 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. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-ne...

Will investment in AI pay off? 15.10.2025 10:29

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the impacts AI has had on the economy and whether it will produce productivity gains long term 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...

Is the stock market gambling? 14.10.2025 10:59

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the latest trends in the stock 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. Support this podcast: https://secure...

Federal shutdown has darkened the dashboard on economic data 13.10.2025 13:03

What is driving the ballooning value of the housing market? 09.10.2025 10:46

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss the rapid growth of the housing market since 2020 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. Support this podcast: ht...

Is President Trump losing on his international economic policy? 08.10.2025 10:37

Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss President Trump's economic policy 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. Support this podcast: https://secure.ane...