Cost of Living
CBCMoney talks. We translate. Every Friday, Paul Haavardsrud looks at the way money shapes our lives in ways big, small, obvious, and unseen. From Big Macs to Big Banks, the Cost of Living connects the dots between the economy and everyday life.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 35 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Business | |||
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This show centers on how fiscal trends shape everyday life in Canada, from inflation and wages to consumer pricing and policy. Episodes frequently analyze price dynamics in both goods and services, the interaction between energy markets and the wider economy, and how geopolitics affects household costs. Guests range from economists and researchers to business owners and policy thinkers, often grounding big ideas in data and real-world examples. A standout trait is the mix of accessible explanations with rigorous analysis, plus a clear penchant for spotlighting underexplored price drivers and the lived impact on Canadians. The format tends to be calendar-friendly, aimed at helping listeners understand how macro trends translate into daily bu... more
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Recent guests on Cost of Living include:
1. Mike Moffatt
2. Jonathan Anderson
3. Molly Reynolds
4. David DiTomasi
5. Sandra Lavoie
6. Rory Johnston
7. Alex Tabarrok
8. Jean-Paul Rodrique
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