Elizabeth Troval

In this episode, guests Kate Davidson, an economic journalist at Bloomberg, and Kristen Schwab, a Marketplace reporter, dive into the implications of Trump's tariff exemptions on grocery prices, potentially impacting staples like coffee and bananas. Elizabeth Troval sheds light on Texas's labor market crunch due to immigration policy changes affecting janitorial jobs. Ben Fritz discusses the rising significance of IMAX screens in the film industry and how they drive box office sales. Tune in for these insights on the economy's shifting landscape!

Kate Davidson, a Bloomberg reporter, analyzes the cooling labor market and what it means for economic policy. Kristen Schwab discusses new tariff exemptions aimed at reducing food prices, including coffee and bananas, and their limited impact. Elizabeth Troval highlights labor shortages in Texas due to immigration policy rollbacks affecting janitorial workers. Ben Fritz dives into the economics behind IMAX screenings and the fierce competition for blockbuster slots, revealing surprising insights into the film industry.