Jonquilin Hill, host of Vox's Explain It To Me, teams up with Hannah Aaron Lang, a markets reporter at The Wall Street Journal, to explore the intriguing link between music and economic trends. They discuss 'Recession Pop,' a genre that encapsulates public sentiment during downturns, and how our listening habits can reveal financial fears. With a mix of analysis and humor, they dissect unconventional economic indicators and share insights on preparing for uncertainty, emphasizing the cultural impact of music on societal perceptions.