Comedian v Economist

Dec 18 2024 164 ep. 32 mins 1.2k
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Hosted by two brothers - Adam a comedian, Thomas an economist - this show will help you understand the world of money without the need for a calculator or dictionary. Easy to understand and jargon free. Adam will ask and Thomas will answer all those money questions you've pondered but never knew who to ask. From interest rates to GDP, trade wars to house prices, the world of economics has an impact on so many aspects of our everyday lives. This podcast will break it all down as Adam and "real life economist" Thomas guide you through how the world of money really works.    
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See You In 2025!

Dec 18 2024 26 mins  
Adam and Thomas discuss the final show of 2024, focusing on the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) dovish stance on interest rates and the puzzling dynamics of the housing market. They explore how house prices have risen despite a significant drop in the capacity to pay, attributing this anomaly to various economic factors, including interest rates and income changes. The conversati

What’s propping up the ugly economy?

Dec 11 2024 27 mins  
Adam and Thomas discuss Australia's current economic landscape, covering GDP trends, house prices, and the rental market. They examine the impact of government spending on growth, stagnant house prices in Melbourne, and rising rental costs. The conversation also touches on tariffs, with a focus on Trump’s potential policies, historical shifts, and the debate between free trade an

Will Canada's GST holiday work?

Dec 04 2024 27 mins  
Adam and Thomas delve into the current economic landscape, focusing on inflation trends, the recent GST holiday announced in Canada, and its implications for consumers and businesses. They discuss the ongoing challenges posed by energy prices and the effectiveness of government measures to alleviate cost of living pressures. They also discuss the significant decline in crime rates

What 28% of people want for Christmas

Nov 27 2024 23 mins  
Adam and Thomas discuss various economic topics including immigration, wages, campaign spending, and Christmas gift trends. They explore the public perception of immigration in Australia, the stagnation of wages, and the implications of campaign spending in the recent US elections. The conversation also touches on the rising preference for cash and gift cards during the holiday sea

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Nov 20 2024 28 mins  
Adam and Thomas discuss the recent US election, focusing on voter behavior, Trump's potential economic policies, and their implications for inflation. They explore surprising voting-related search trends and how economic crises influence elections. The conversation also covers which hobbies women find attractive in men, revealing insights from surveys on hobbies like reading, black

How to actually win an election

Nov 13 2024 21 mins  
Thomas and Adam digest Trump’s victory and shifting voting patterns in America. They look at a radical strategy that could lead Albo to victory next year, and they ponder the question, would you rather be unemployed or unhappy? Oh, and something about inflation obviously.All this and more on this week’s Comedian v Economist.If your life isn’t complete without charts, then you

Is This Peak Panic For Households?

Nov 06 2024 22 mins  
Adam and Thomas delve into the current economic landscape, discussing inflation trends, consumer sentiment, rising land prices, and the trust in mass media. They explore the complexities of inflation, the psychological state of consumers, the implications of increasing land costs, and the shifting perceptions of media reliability.All this and more on this week’s Comedian v Econom

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Oct 30 2024 20 mins  
Adam and Thomas explore various economic themes, including Australia's current jobs boom, inflation trends, and the concept of 'cheapflation.' They discuss the implications of full employment on wages, the impact of supply shocks on pricing, and the rising issue of porn addiction in society.All this and more on this week’s Comedian v Economist.If your life isn’t complete withou

Are you dry curious?

Oct 23 2024 22 mins  
Adam and Thomas discuss recent economic indicators, including the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's rate cuts and consumer confidence data. They examine how these changes affect the market and consumer perceptions of their finances. They also analyse trends in real estate listings post-COVID-19 and their impact on housing prices. And they explore the rising trend of sobriety during Sob

Why are chickens exploding in size?

Oct 16 2024 19 mins  
Adam and Thomas discuss the financial struggles of millennials, the implications of global liquidity, the surprising effects of weather on birth rates, and the significant growth of chickens over the decades.All this and more on this week’s Comedian v Economist.If your life isn’t complete without charts, then you need to follow the Comedian V Economist instagram. Comments