Step Back History
Unemployment, Automation, and the End of Capitalism
So yeah, the world's going through some political and economic changes. If we don't all die, then it could be awesome... IF we don't all die.
ACDC Leadership
Inflation and CPI Practice- Macro 2.8
Hey econ students! Thank you for watching my videos. I really appreciate it. In this video I quickly go over the difference between the inflation rate and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and then give you several practice problems. Be...
Professor Dave Explains
Inflation and Deflation
You know how your parents always tell you about how cheap things were when they were kids? Well it's true, prices for literally everything have risen dramatically over the decades. Why? Because of something called inflation. What exactly...
ACDC Leadership
Will the US have massive INFLATION?
Everyone that’s been paying attention to the economy wants to know one thing: Is the United States going to have massive, uncontrolled inflation? In this video I answer that question and talk about how we got here.
Step Back History
The Richest Person Ever
Who’s the richest person on earth? Bill Gates? Carlos Slim? They don’t come close. Today I am going to talk about the richest person who ever lived. He spent so much money that he could destabilize entire regional economies, and had his...
Curated Video
Policy Approaches to Alleviate Poverty in an Economic System
The video is a lecture presentation on policy approaches to alleviate poverty within an economic system. The speaker covers three areas: fiscal drag effect, the poverty trap, and the unemployment trap, and discusses potential remedies...
Curated Video
Understanding Fiscal Policy: Effects on Government Budget, National Debt, and the Economy
This video discusses the concept of fiscal policy, which is the use of government revenue and spending to influence the economy. It explains how government tax and spending plans are outlined in a budget and how they can lead to a...
Curated Video
Measuring Inflation: Understanding Key Indices and Personal Experiences
This video discusses how inflation is measured and the different indices used to measure inflation in the UK. The speaker explains the difference between inflation and deflation, the price level, and how the Consumer Price Index (CPI) is...
Financial Times
What if inflation returns?
While most people think interest rates will remain low for a long time, the FT's Robert Armstrong looks at the key factor that could upset that consensus – inflation – and what effect an increase in inflation would have on recent gains...
ACDC Leadership
Cost-push Inflation and Demand-pull Inflation
In this video I explain hyperinflation and the difference between cost-push and demand-pull inflation.
The Telegraph
What it's like to live through hyperinflation in Venezuela
A paramedic and a sex worker describe what it's like to live through hyperinflation in Venezuela, where an estimated 90% of people are living in poverty amid a worsening economic crisis
Financial Times
Charts that Count: how online shopping keeps inflation down
FT data journalist Brooke Fox explains why some economists believe changes in technology may also change the way we understand inflation.
Curated Video
Budget Battles Return: Another Week of Shutdown Looms | Political Showdown Update
New ReviewThe budget battles are back in full force, with another week of potential government shutdown looming. Political leaders remain at odds over key funding decisions, risking disruption and uncertainty.
Curated Video
Trump's Demand for Rate Cuts Contradictory?
New ReviewPresident Donald Trump on Monday claimed there is "Virtually no inflation" and "Stock markets are continually hitting record highs." however, Trump claiming "No inflation" on october 6 while demanding fed rate cuts for a "Booming...
Curated Video
State Of Inflation In India
New ReviewAccording to a survey by the Reserve Bank of India, Indian households are starting to feel some respite from inflation. The survey finding shows that while people perceive current inflation as slightly higher, Their expectations for...
Curated Video
Pantry staples and easy meals are gaining popularity amid inflation and trade woes, grocery data shows
New ReviewDemand for cheap staples and shelf stable foods like Hamburger Helper, boxed macaroni and cheese, beans and pasta is on the rise. What's driving it? (Scripps News)
Curated Video
Malawi elections: Peter Mutharika defies the odds to make a comeback
New ReviewThe 85-year-old is returning to a job he held until 2020, when he lost to Lazarus Chakwera in a re-run ordered by a court. In a statement on Wednesday, Chakwera conceded defeat.
Curated Video
Pakistan's poverty rate hits 25. 3% rising poverty threatens country's growth
New ReviewThe World Bank’s latest report shows that poverty in Pakistan has climbed past 25%, highlighting the urgent need for long-term, inclusive reforms to safeguard the nation’s most vulnerable communities.
Curated Video
How will Bank of Canada’s rate cut have an impact on home mortgages?
New ReviewSeptember and October are usually the weaker months for the markets, but this year’s rally keeps surprising. Not so surprising is Canada's central bank decision last week to lower its key interest rate by 25 basis points. Mark Ting from...
Curated Video
Malawi's former president, Peter Mutharika, takes an early lead against incumbent, Lazarus Chakwera
New ReviewMalawi's former president Peter Mutharika has taken an early lead in this week's election, according to provisional results.
Curated Video
Argentina Senate Votes to Overturn Milei's Veto on Provincial Funding
New ReviewIn a major political pushback, Argentina's Senate has voted to overturn President Javier Milei’s veto on a key provincial funding bill. This move highlights growing tensions between the executive and legislative branches amid Milei’s...
Curated Video
Interest rate historical impact
New ReviewWhat impact will the Federal Reserve rate cut have on you and the U.S. economy? (Scripps News)
Press Association
Starmer and Trump discuss migrants and energy
New ReviewJack Elsom of the Sun asked UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump about migration and energy at a joint press conference at Chequers. US President Donald Trump suggested Sir Keir Starmer should take a tougher...