Platypus Economics’ Justin Wolfers stops by to update us on Trump’s economy.
The Economist’s Steven Mazie joins us to discuss the Supreme Court’s terrible instincts.

Platypus Economics&rsquo; Justin Wolfers stops by to update us on Trump&rsquo;s economy. The Economist&rsquo;s Steven Mazie joins us to discuss the Supreme Court&rsquo;s terrible instincts.

Join noted author & pundit Molly Jong-Fast for irreverent humor that cuts right to the heart of our politics today as she discusses the top political headlines with some of today’s best minds. Known for being one of the few interviewers in politics to cut through the talking points, Molly reveals the personalities and issues tearing the country apart. She asks the questions no one else does, and gets the answers even her guests didn’t expect to give – and exactly what you want to know. Tune in every Monday, Wednesday & Friday for the funniest yet serious look at what’s ailing America.

Join noted author &amp; pundit Molly Jong-Fast for irreverent humor that cuts right to the heart of our politics today as she discusses the top political headlines with some of today’s best minds. Known for being one of the few interviewers in politics to cut through the talking points, Molly reveals the personalities and issues tearing the country apart. She asks the questions no one else does, and gets the answers even her guests didn’t expect to give – and exactly what you want to know. Tune in every Monday, Wednesday &amp; Friday for the funniest yet serious look at what’s ailing America.

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Justin Wolfers & Steven Mazie

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Platypus Economics Justin Wolfers joins Molly to unpack a surprisingly strong jobs report—172,000 new jobs on top of upward revisions—arguing it’s a moment to retire “recession” talk while still acknowledging the economy’s uneven reality. They dig into why solid headline employment can coexist with a tough market for recent college graduates, using a “musical chairs” framing: low layoffs make workers feel secure, but slower hiring leaves newcomers stuck searching longer. The conversation turns to whether AI is already freezing entry-level opportunities in fields like coding and law, and to the broader risk that the current boom in AI investment—especially data centers—could backfire if the technology doesn’t deliver on its promised productivity gains, potentially wiping out wealth tied up in markets. Finally, Wolfers emphasizes the disconnect between decent job growth and painful affordability, noting high gas and food prices, rising inflation that wages aren’t matching, and widespread public skepticism about economic policy even amid some genuinely positive labor-market news. Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328

Platypus Economics Justin Wolfers joins Molly to unpack a surprisingly strong jobs report&mdash;172,000 new jobs on top of upward revisions&mdash;arguing it&rsquo;s a moment to retire &ldquo;recession&rdquo; talk while still acknowledging the economy&rsquo;s uneven reality. They dig into why solid headline employment can coexist with a tough market for recent college graduates, using a &ldquo;musical chairs&rdquo; framing: low layoffs make workers feel secure, but slower hiring leaves newcomers stuck searching longer. The conversation turns to whether AI is already freezing entry-level opportunities in fields like coding and law, and to the broader risk that the current boom in AI investment&mdash;especially data centers&mdash;could backfire if the technology doesn&rsquo;t deliver on its promised productivity gains, potentially wiping out wealth tied up in markets. Finally, Wolfers emphasizes the disconnect between decent job growth and painful affordability, noting high gas and food prices, rising inflation that wages aren&rsquo;t matching, and widespread public skepticism about economic policy even amid some genuinely positive labor-market news. Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328

The Hidden Poison In Trump’s Economy w/ Justin Wolfers

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The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about Trump’s latest bumbling.
Wired’s Hugo Lowell joins us to discuss what he’s seeing inside Trump’s chaotic White House.

The Jim Acosta Show&rsquo;s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about Trump&rsquo;s latest bumbling. Wired&rsquo;s Hugo Lowell joins us to discuss what he&rsquo;s seeing inside Trump&rsquo;s chaotic White House.

Jim Acosta & Hugo Lowell

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Jim Acosta and Molly engage in a lively discussion that spans a variety of political and media-related topics. They touch upon the potential for a peace treaty spearheaded by Donald Trump, the complexities of international relations with countries like Iran and Israel, and the media's role in portraying such narratives. The conversation delves into the intricacies of media influence, specifically examining Barry Weiss’s impact on CBS and the broader implications of ideology in journalism. Jim Acosta critiques how media outlets may be reshaped to fit certain political agendas, potentially transforming 60 Minutes into a platform that aligns more with right-wing ideologies. The conversation underscores the tension between maintaining journalistic integrity and succumbing to external pressures, illustrating the broader struggle within the media landscape to keep powerful figures accountable. Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328

Jim Acosta and Molly engage in a lively discussion that spans a variety of political and media-related topics. They touch upon the potential for a peace treaty spearheaded by Donald Trump, the complexities of international relations with countries like Iran and Israel, and the media's role in portraying such narratives. The conversation delves into the intricacies of media influence, specifically examining Barry Weiss&rsquo;s impact on CBS and the broader implications of ideology in journalism. Jim Acosta critiques how media outlets may be reshaped to fit certain political agendas, potentially transforming 60 Minutes into a platform that aligns more with right-wing ideologies. The conversation underscores the tension between maintaining journalistic integrity and succumbing to external pressures, illustrating the broader struggle within the media landscape to keep powerful figures accountable. Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328

Why Trump Can’t Control This War w/ Jim Acosta

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