January 24, 2026
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from storm planning to tax distribution.
January 23, 2026
Recently published income distribution data from the CBO lets us see the extent of inequality and the impact of taxes.
January 22, 2026
Making economics more interesting and enjoyable, "Just Ask Jenna" takes everyday questions and turns them into simple, engaging explanations.
January 20, 2026
January 18, 2026
Looking back at the devastation from Katrina and Sandy, economists can explain why superstorm planning remains inadequate.
January 17, 2026
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from a winter holiday quiz to noise pollution.
January 16, 2026
More than a nuisance, the cost of the noise pollution near airports and highways can affect the value of our homes.
January 15, 2026
Making economics more interesting and enjoyable, "Just Ask Jenna" takes everyday questions and turns them into simple, engaging explanations.
January 14, 2026
January 13, 2026
Not entirely beneficial, credit card interest rate caps create the tradeoffs that we always associate with price ceilings.
January 12, 2026
Because trees cannot grow to the sky, financial bubbles display irrational enthusiasm and then prices that crash.
January 10, 2026
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from pizza deliveries to toothpaste tubes.