Amara Mokwe, a Bloomberg journalist, and Heather Long, chief economist at Navy Federal Credit Union, analyze current labor market conditions and the implications for the Federal Reserve. They discuss consumer sentiment's sharp fluctuations throughout 2025 and its impact on spending, highlighting K-shaped recovery trends. Scott Simpkins shares innovative ways to incorporate AI into economics education, including student-created songs about monetary policy. Meanwhile, Henry App explores Kansas City's housing market dynamics ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
