Peter Goodman

Peter Goodman, a veteran New York Times reporter and author, discusses the repercussions of Trump's new tariffs on imports, which aim to fulfill campaign promises but may disrupt the global economy. He highlights the historical context of trade policies and their impact on American workers, contrasting past agreements with current challenges. Goodman dives into the ethical concerns surrounding tariff exemptions and critiques the approach of imposing tariffs without a clear strategy, raising questions about their true effectiveness and potential for corruption.

Guests Layla Dalton, a fired Starbucks worker and union activist, Matt Stoller, an antitrust analyst known for his insights on market power, Ken Klippenstein, an investigative journalist from The Intercept, and Peter Goodman, author of "Davos Man," dive into a variety of pressing issues. They discuss the financial challenges of social justice movements, the impact of corporate influence on public discourse, and the evolving dynamics of U.S.-Saudi relations. The podcast critiques the accountability of activist organizations and reveals the ongoing baby formula crisis.

In this engaging conversation, Peter S. Goodman, Global Economic Correspondent for The New York Times and author of 'Davos Man: How the Billionaires Devoured the World,' dives deep into the ramifications of billionaire domination in our economy. He critiques the 'cosmic lie' surrounding trickle-down economics and examines its roots in the Reagan era. The podcast also tackles the detrimental impact of profit motives on American healthcare and advocates for systemic changes to combat economic inequities and promote fair growth.