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Making economics more interesting and enjoyable, "Just Ask Jenna" takes everyday questions and turns them into simple, engaging explanations.
Gift giving wisdom from economists reveals that the value of the package and our message is not what we expect.
Looking at the psychology of spending, we can compare the difference between using cash and a tap or swipe.
When we compare a hypothgetical estimate of Santa's wages to BLS data for U.S. workers, we find the 2025 increase is similar.
Looking at Santa's delivery schedule, we see a gargantuan number of stops and lots of calories during a very short time.
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from highway spending to tipping behavior.
Hello Everyone-
I’m Elaine.
Having been in the classroom for decades, written three books (and some of a fourth one), I like to think about economics everywhere all the time. Every day, I’ve added a blog to econlife—now it has been almost 14 years and more than 4,000 posts. I am delighted that you are here and hope we can have some economic fun together.