Katharine Rampell

Courtney Brown, a reporter at Axios specializing in the Federal Reserve, and Katharine Rampell, an economist and columnist, delve into the growing K-shaped economy where wealth disparities are stark. They discuss how big tech thrives while smaller firms struggle and the implications of government policies on growth. Will Quam, a tour guide from Brick of Chicago, shares insights about his unique walking tours, illustrating the personal impacts of economic trends. Topics like agrivoltaics also highlight innovative farming solutions amid economic challenges.

Courtney Brown, an Axios reporter specializing in Fed and financial policy, joins economist Katharine Rampell to discuss the emerging 'K-shaped' economy. They reveal how big tech thrives while smaller firms struggle, exacerbating income inequality. With insights into Fed communication challenges and the impacts of policy uncertainty, they emphasize how a growing reliance on wealthy consumers makes the economy fragile. They also touch on innovative farming techniques like agrivoltaics and explore the implications of concentration risks in tech.