Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! WWDTM: Austan Goolsbee
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Apr 12, 2025 Austan Goolsbee joins the panel for a delightful exploration of quirky topics. They dive into the surprising parallels between pet ownership and the joys of marriage. Hilarious takes on modern dating highlight tax prep as an unexpected incentive. The group also laughs over a small Italian town's clever bear tourism strategy. With fun games, silly limericks, and insights on marathon running's mental benefits, the conversation blends humor with fascinating observations on life and society.
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Goolsbee's Explosives Metaphor
- Austan Goolsbee previously compared tariffs to fixing a clogged sink with explosives.
- After his appearance, he was appointed to the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.
Trump and Fox News
- Trump reportedly reversed his stance on tariffs after seeing negative reactions on Fox News.
- This suggests he gets his economic ideas from television.
Dire Wolves Return
- Geneticists have brought back the extinct dire wolf, prompting questions about its safety.
- The dire wolf went extinct 12,000 years ago, likely due to humans eating their food source.