Would you trust an economist with your economy?

This episode of Planet Money explores the growing distrust in economists and economic data. Amanda Aronczyk discusses how economists, once influential in policymaking, are facing increasing skepticism from the public and politicians. The episode features interviews with several economists, including Diane Swonk, Aaron Sojourner, Nick Bloom, and Ben Ho, who share their experiences with distrust and strategies for rebuilding credibility. The podcast also touches on the politicization of economic data, the challenges of communicating complex economic ideas, and the need for economists to acknowledge past mistakes and be more transparent in their work.