The Find Out Podcast Trump Tanks the Economy
Dec 9, 2025
The discussion dives into the chaos of Trump's economic policies and their threat to working-class stability. Hosts criticize tariffs replacing income tax, linking them to layoffs and economic strain. The vulnerability of small towns and a shallow GDP boost from AI data centers also come under scrutiny. They tackle healthcare's crowdfunding crisis, propose a progressive agenda to energize voters, and address the implications of aging politicians on future elections. Social accountability and the role of lobbyists and insurers in politics create a dynamic conversation.
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Tariffs Hurt Jobs And Are Regressive Revenue
- Tariffs that raise import prices reduce demand and cost jobs across industries.
- Replacing income tax with tariff revenue would be wildly regressive and implausible.
AI Growth Masks Jobless, Energy-Heavy Expansion
- AI data centers inflate GDP while creating few broad-based jobs and raising energy demand.
- Removing renewable incentives will further spike energy prices and hurt households.
88-Year-Old Working After Losing Pension
- Tim Fullerton told a story about an 88-year-old grocery worker who lost his pension and must still work.
- The hosts used it to illustrate how weak social safety nets force elders to take jobs and block youth opportunities.
