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The economy that could be
Jan 30, 2025

The economy that could be

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Peer into my crystal ball ... er, Tealbook, and you will see possible economic futures. Plus, AI search engines and America's aging workforce.

Segments From this episode

GDP shows spenders keep spending despite high interest rates

Jan 30, 2025
Economic growth was healthy in 2024, coming in at 2.8% compared to 2.9% in 2023. The continuing expansion is driven by consumers.
Many Americans have continued to spend at a healthy clip, fueled by wages, stocks and real estate.
Scott Olson/Getty Images

The Fed's Tealbook ponders alternate economic scenarios

Jan 30, 2025
At his press conference on Wednesday, Fed chair Jay Powell mentioned the Tealbook, a report that looks at the current state of the economy and various economic forecasts. Those alternate scenarios can help the Fed be better prepared if the economy plays out in an unexpected way.
The Federal Reserve building in Washington, D.C. The Fed Tealbook helps officials plan for different economic outcomes.
Manny Ceneta/Getty Images

Inside the AI web search wars

Jan 30, 2025
AI-powered Google competitors are trying to figure out how to grab search revenue without losing users who are wary of advertising.
Technology companies are racing to develop AI-backed search engines.
Nicholas Maeterlinck/Belga Mag/AFP via Getty Images

Is the United States ready for an older workforce?

An aging population has transformed the local economy of Cumberland County, Tennessee. What lessons can be learned for the broader economy?
Malena Fisher at the Palace Theatre in Crossville, Tennessee, where retirees are the core customer base.
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Music from the episode

Dark Days Local Natives
Space is the Place Ezra Collective
Circles Post Malone

The team

Nancy Farghalli Executive Producer
Maria Hollenhorst Producer II
Andie Corban Producer I
Sarah Leeson Producer I
Sean McHenry Director & Associate Producer II
Sofia Terenzio Associate Producer I
Jordan Mangi Assistant Digital Producer
Nicholas Guiang Assistant Producer