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Friday Flight - Student Loan Shakeup, Doom Spending, and the Mounting Mini-Stagcession #954

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Navigating Doom Spending and Economic Uncertainty

This chapter delves into 'doom spending,' where fear of future uncertainties drives unnecessary purchases, and contrasts it with the healthier practice of 'doom saving.' The discussion highlights the complex impact of tariffs on consumer behavior and financial stability while introducing the idea of an 'affordability czar' aimed at reducing prices in key sectors. Additionally, the speakers analyze the potential implications of adopting a national cryptocurrency reserve and its effects on personal and public finances amidst existing national debt.

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