The podcast discusses the impact of the Port of Baltimore's closure on global supply chains and shipping container costs. It also delves into the changes in campaign finance regulations and celebrates the crowning of the first transgender and Asian American woman as Miss Maryland USA.

Discussing Trump's potential power over federal spending, impacts of cutting household survey size on economic data accuracy, rise of Uncrustables sandwiches, Bazooka gum investments, and the impending price hike for Forever Stamps. Plus, exploring the idea of a Texas stock exchange and the debate between optimism and pessimism in a glass half full or half empty poll.

European Central Bank cuts rates, US Fed holds off. NY Gov blocks congestion pricing. Antitrust probes on Nvidia, Microsoft, OpenAI. Market trends in AI, controversial foul in women's basketball discussed.

Podcast explores the impact of heat waves on prisons without air conditioning, Governor Kathy Hochul's last-minute decision on congestion pricing, and a heartwarming story of a TikTok influencer taking day laborers to Disneyland. Plus, updates on the Starliner launch and progress in space exploration.

David Dutwin from NORC at the University of Chicago discusses the misconceptions around election polling, the impact of high-quality polls, and the role of polling in our understanding of elections. They also address immigration as a top U.S. problem, job market updates, and listener interactions about Big Food solutions and grammar debates.

The podcast discusses concerns over Federal Reserve independence under a second Trump presidency, legal challenges to election results by Republicans, tracking of private jets, Simone Biles' inspiring gymnastics triumph, and a poll predicting market response to a potential Trump win.

The podcast delves into the potential impact of high interest rates on various aspects of the economy, including housing and zero-down mortgages. They also discuss the discontinuation of the Chevy Malibu, digital offshoring, and the acquisition of Anchor Brewing Company. The hosts explore the evolving dynamics of merchandising and emphasize the importance of listener support.

Former OpenAI board member raises ethics concerns about CEO Sam Altman. Safety issues and regulation future discussed. New rule to protect buy now, pay later users. College sports' recognition as a multibillion-dollar business. Evolving opportunities for student athletes and ongoing debate on regulation of BNPL services.

Elon Musk and Donald Trump might be forming a surprising alliance, sparking speculation about their shared interests in politics. The podcast also delves into the decline in political donations and the return of two giant pandas to D.C.'s National Zoo. Plus, a bizarre situation of North Korea sending trash to South Korea creates unsettling tensions.

Agricultural and antitrust policy fellow Austin Frerick discusses how Big Food monopolies inflate prices and degrade food quality. They delve into the concentrated American food system and Walmart's dominance. Also, the podcast touches on Boeing's challenges against SpaceX and misconceptions about teen social media curation.