Know Your Risk Podcast The Truth About Inflation
Aug 15, 2025
Zach and Chase dive into the chaotic world of inflation, dissecting its political implications and misconceptions. They stress the importance of critical thinking in education, particularly in shaping democracy. The duo tackles the ongoing cost of living crisis, linking it back to government ineffectiveness. Historical perspectives on capitalism reveal how monopolies stifle innovation. Lastly, they offer insights into current market trends, investigating investment opportunities amidst market volatility and the intriguing performance of gold miners.
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Markets Never Let You Fully Clock Out
- Zach recounts difficulty fully disconnecting from markets even on vacation and checking openings daily.
- He says the job can feel like an "unyielding master" because markets never sleep.
No Return To Pre-2020 'Normal'
- The hosts argue the U.S. economy may have permanently shifted and zero percent rates were never "normal."
- They warn policy makers likely face a tradeoff between higher inflation and higher unemployment.
Running Hot Is A Political Choice
- Zach and Chase say policymakers may be choosing to 'let it run hot' to avoid deep unemployment pain.
- They argue political constraints and bond market reactions prevent candid admission of that choice.
