In this episode of Tasteland, Francis interviews Kyla Scanlon, an expert in finance and the American economy, about her concept of "friction" as the most valuable commodity. They discuss the differences between the frictionless digital world and the high-friction physical world, the simulation economy, and the implications of removing friction from various aspects of life. Kyla shares her insights on economic literacy, the challenges faced by younger generations, and her efforts to make economics more accessible through her book, newsletter, and social media content. She also touches on her creative process and her goal of making art about the economy.
