In this episode of the Econ 102 podcast, hosts Katherine Dee and Noah Smith dive into a range of topics including the fading influence of "wokeness," Trump's tariffs on China, the implications of the CHIPS Act, and the interplay between government and the private sector. Their conversation explores cultural transformations, economic policies, and political forecasts. Dee points out that the "wokeness" movement, which began in San Francisco, appears to be losing momentum, much like past cultural trends. She also notes that while tariffs may not drastically affect American consumers, they can certainly impact Chinese manufacturers. The episode wraps up with intriguing speculation on the potential dynamics of a Trump-Elon Musk co-presidency, questioning how they might clash or collaborate.
