© 2025 WOSU Public Media
Donate
WOSU 89.7
Here and Now
WOSU 89.7
Here and Now
Next Up: 4:00 PM All Things Considered
0:00
0:00
Here and Now
WOSU 89.7
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
Two Cents

Why Do Americans Think the Economy is Worse Than It Is?

Season 7 Episode 1 | 10m 21s

Have you heard that inflation is spiraling out of control? Have you heard that we're in a recession? Have you heard that people have less spending power today than their parents did 30 years ago? If you're on social media (and who isn't?) you've probably heard some or all of these facts presented like they were common knowledge. The problem is… they're all wrong.

Aired: 02/06/24
Extras
Watch • 10:04
Two Cents
How Do Tariff's Work?
Did you know there are a lot of misconceptions about tariffs?
Episode: S8 E1 | 10:04
Watch • 6:51
Two Cents
Will the AI Bubble Burst?
Sometimes the investors can get carried away by new tech.
Episode: S7 E16 | 6:51