
Peter St Onge Podcast
Peter St Onge, Ph.D economist explains news on the economy in plain English and why it matters.
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Apr 21, 2025 • 20min
Ep 117 Weekly Roundup: China Won't Win a Trade War
Roundup of the Week's Top Stories in Economics and FreedomChina Won't Win a Trade WarUS Dollar Crashes on Foreign SalesCongress cuts DOGE Savings to $150 BillionInflation drops to 0.7%Green Shoots in Manufacturing -- Before TariffsRead the full article “Green Shoots in Manufacturing -- Before Tariffs” at https://www.profstonge.com/Visit our Lead Sponsor: UnchainedKeep your Bitcoin safe and minimize your taxes. Open a Bitcoin IRA and get the first year free!Visit our Sponsor: Monetary MetalsEarn 5% to 12% interest on your physical gold and silver, paid in physical gold and silver.Visit our Sponsor: CoinKiteProtect your Bitcoin with an Ultra-Secure Hardware WalletVisit: Trammell Venture PartnersTVP is a Bitcoin-native venture capital firm that has backed the best brands in Bitcoin.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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Apr 14, 2025 • 20min
Ep 116 Weekly Roundup: The Trade Wars Begin
Dive into the rising trade wars as tariffs take a toll on stock markets. Explore the historical impact of tariffs and how they shape economic behavior. Discover the Triffin Dilemma and its implications for the U.S. dollar's reserve status. Unpack the balance between trade deficits and national strategy, while considering global responses that could redefine trade agreements. Understand the larger economic narrative behind these policies and their potential consequences for American households.

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Apr 7, 2025 • 20min
Ep 115 Weekly Roundup: Consumer Spending Soars
The podcast dives into the surprising disconnect between consumer sentiments and actual economic data. It highlights soaring consumer spending despite political turmoil and plummeting approval ratings for the Democratic Party. The discussion also critiques the party's struggles with key voter demographics amidst radical activism. Additionally, it addresses the challenges posed by rising federal spending and declining global fertility rates, urging a rethink on the economic perceptions of raising children.

Mar 31, 2025 • 21min
Ep 114 Weekly Roundup: Why do Boomers Own Everything?
Roundup of the Week's Top Stories in Economics and FreedomThe Fed Goes InflationaryForeigners Pour $3 Trillion into Trump Boom“Civil War” in Democrat PartyDowd Warns: “Short, Deep” RecessionWhy do Boomers Own Everything?Read the full article “Why do Boomers Own Everything?” at https://www.profstonge.com/Visit our Lead Sponsor: UnchainedKeep your Bitcoin safe and minimize your taxes. Open a Bitcoin IRA and get the first year free!Visit our Sponsor: Monetary MetalsEarn 5% to 12% interest on your physical gold and silver, paid in physical gold and silver.Visit our Sponsor: CoinKiteProtect your Bitcoin with an Ultra-Secure Hardware WalletDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Mar 24, 2025 • 21min
Ep 113 Weekly Roundup: Dems Kneel on Govt Shutdown
This week covers the shifting tides of U.S. politics and its impact on the economy. Discussions reveal proposed tax reforms that could eliminate income tax for many, sparking debates on small business growth. Europe's military spending dynamics are shifting under U.S. pressure, raising questions about defense and welfare. Inflation takes center stage, with studies showing a notable decrease. Tensions with China are explored, highlighting their economic weaknesses amid fears of a Trump resurgence.

Mar 17, 2025 • 21min
Ep 112 Weekly Roundup: Jobs Leap despite Federal Layoffs
Roundup of the Week's Top News in Economics and FreedomJobs leap despite Federal LayoffsHundreds of major Federal Buildings up for AuctionFederal Layoffs and “Paper Recession”Canada will Lose the Trade WarInflation falls to just 2.4%Read the full article “Trump Cut Bidenflation in Half” at my free newsletter https://www.profstonge.com/Visit our Lead Sponsor: UnchainedKeep your Bitcoin safe and minimize your taxes. Open a Bitcoin IRA and get the first year free!Visit our Sponsor: Monetary MetalsEarn 5% to 12% interest on your physical gold and silver, paid in physical gold and silver.Visit our Sponsor: CoinKiteProtect your Bitcoin with an Ultra-Secure Hardware WalletDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Mar 10, 2025 • 20min
Ep 111 Weekly Roundup: The Fed says We're in Recession
Roundup of the Week's Top News in Economics and FreedomThe Fed says We're in RecessionTrump Tariffs the World$2 Trillion to Globalist OrganizationsIs the Gold in Fort Knox?Should Government Spending Count as GDPRead the full article “Should Government Spending Count as GDP” at my free newsletter https://www.profstonge.com/Visit our Lead Sponsor: UnchainedKeep your Bitcoin safe and minimize your taxes. Open a Bitcoin IRA and get the first year free!Visit our Sponsor: Monetary MetalsEarn 5% to 12% interest on your physical gold and silver, paid in physical gold and silver.Visit our Sponsor: CoinKiteProtect your Bitcoin with an Ultra-Secure Hardware WalletDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Mar 3, 2025 • 21min
Ep 110 Weekly Roundup: DOGE is Getting More Popular
Roundup of the Week's Top News in Economics and FreedomDOGE is Getting More PopularBusiness Optimism is SoaringNo Big Balls for CongressTrump: Abolish the IRSThe $5,000 "DOGE Dividend"Read the full article “The $5,000 DOGE Dividend” at my free newsletter https://www.profstonge.com/Visit our Lead Sponsor: UnchainedKeep your Bitcoin safe and minimize your taxes. Open a Bitcoin IRA and get the first year free!Visit our Sponsor: Monetary MetalsEarn 5% to 12% interest on your physical gold and silver, paid in physical gold and silver.Visit our Sponsor: CoinKiteProtect your Bitcoin with an Ultra-Secure Hardware WalletDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Feb 24, 2025 • 20min
Ep 109 Weekly Roundup: DOGE Could Audit the Fed
Roundup of the Week's Top News in Economics and FreedomBiden's Final Inflation: 5.7%300,000 Federal Workers CulledJD Vance vs European AuthoritarianismDC Searches Spike for Criminal LawyersDOGE Could Audit the FedRead the full article “DOGE Could Audit the Fed” at https://www.profstonge.com/Visit our Lead Sponsor: UnchainedKeep your Bitcoin safe and minimize your taxes. Open a Bitcoin IRA and get the first year free!Visit our Sponsor: Monetary MetalsEarn 5% to 12% interest on your physical gold and silver, paid in physical gold and silver.Visit our Sponsor: CoinKiteProtect your Bitcoin with an Ultra-Secure Hardware WalletDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Feb 17, 2025 • 20min
Ep 108 Weekly Roundup: USAID Tax-funded Propaganda
Roundup of the Week's Top News in Economics and Freedom589,000 Biden Jobs Were FakeUSAID: Tax-funded PropagandaMarkets are Warming to Trump$516 Billion Spent on Expired Programs5 New Trump Tax CutsRead the full article “5 New Tax Cuts from Trump” at https://www.profstonge.com/Visit our Lead Sponsor: UnchainedKeep your Bitcoin safe and minimize your taxes. Open a Bitcoin IRA and get the first year free!Visit our Sponsor: Monetary MetalsEarn 5% to 12% interest on your physical gold and silver, paid in physical gold and silver.Visit our Sponsor: CoinKiteProtect your Bitcoin with an Ultra-Secure Hardware WalletDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
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