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The Aggregate Problem

Debunking Economics - the podcast

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Rethinking Economic Classifications

This chapter critically examines the prevailing economic categorizations of workers and capitalists, highlighting the challenges of classifying individuals based on simple economic roles. The discussion emphasizes the evolution of income sources and the gig economy's impact on these classifications, while also questioning the adequacy of existing data collection methods. Through a mix of humor and skepticism, the chapter calls for a more nuanced understanding of income dynamics to better reflect today's labor market realities.

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