Shaping Economic Futures: A Personal Journey

This chapter features a guest who shares her transformative experiences growing up during the Volcker recession, which fueled her passion for economics. It explores her journey from a curious student to a professional economist, emphasizing the impact of economic insecurity on families and communities. The conversation also covers the challenges and responsibilities of policymaking during economic crises, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the importance of effective communication and governance in fostering recovery and trust.