

Political Gabfest: Are These Trump Tariffs for Real?
Nov 28, 2024
Annie Lowrey, a Staff writer at The Atlantic with a keen eye on economics, joins for a lively discussion on Trump's threatened tariffs, unpacking their potential economic fallout and the complexities of corporate-political interactions. The conversation dives into the 'bro economy,' highlighting the risky world of sports betting and cryptocurrency, and how it exploits young men. They also explore the implications of FCC leadership changes and the ongoing debates around censorship and media dynamics in this contentious political landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Tariffs and Market Uncertainty
03:48 • 6min
Navigating Political Norms in Transitional Times
09:57 • 3min
Exploring the Implications of FCC Leadership under Trump Appointees
12:47 • 2min
Censorship, Algorithms, and Media Dynamics
15:14 • 10min
The Bro Economy and Its Consequences
24:49 • 18min
Legal Turbulence: Prosecution and Consequences
42:36 • 5min
Unwanted Mail and Media Threats
47:25 • 5min