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About Decode Econ: The Podcast The economy touches everything — from the price of your morning coffee to the decisions shaping our future. Decode Econ breaks it all down. Hosted by Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani (“Dr. A”), economist, educator, and storyteller, this podcast makes economics personal, practical, and easy to understand. Each episode explores the trends behind the headlines — inflation, jobs,... more

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In a classroom, I can teach you how the world is supposed to work. Study abroad shows you how it actually works. Dr. Darshak Patel joins me to talk about taking students to Kenya to watch a universal basic income program up close, and why he would ra... more

Development economics explained simply: what's the difference between the macro and micro sides of the field?

Development economics sounds like a topic for "somewhere else." It's not.

In my latest Decode Econ conversation, I sat down with two econo... more

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No homework. No midterms. No final exam. In this episode of Decode Econ, I sit down with Dr. Shishir Shakya, an economist at Appalachian State University, who redesigned his entire econometrics and statistics courses around one question: what happens... more

Startups just had a record funding quarter — $285 billion in Q1 2026. Here's what the headline doesn't tell you: 43% of that went to one company's raise, and the rest of the money is piling into AI. So if you're a student founder building anything el... more

The bond market has been sending us warning signs. I sat down with Monetary Economist EJ Ume from Miami University’s Farmer School of Business to explain what is happening and what it means to you. If you don’t already do so, make sure to connect wit... more

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Is the economy stalled, or are we about to hit a wall? Dr. Abdullah Al-Bahrani and Elon University's Dr. Brandon Sheridan break down a week of noisy data — and land on the one number nobody's talking about: you can't cut taxes and raise spending fore... more

In this conversation, Jack Marx and Dr. Al Bahrani discuss the Federal Reserve and the recent changes being proposed by Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.

Jack and Dr. A have different views on what the correct approach is for the Fed. The discussion centers a... more

Last week, Substack released a new feature to detect AI-written text. They partnered with Pangram to let readers scan a post and see how much of it is AI-generated. I both love and hate this update, and I want to share my views with you.As I read it,... more

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Shreyasee Das
Development economist focusing on micro development and gender, with emphasis on policy relevance
University/academic affiliations discussed in episode
Episode: Development Economics: Micro vs Macro
Amrita Dhar
Economist focusing on macro/micro development questions, exchange rates and growth, with policy relevance
Academic economist discussed in episode
Episode: Development Economics: Micro vs Macro
Shishir Shakya
Educator disrupting assessment in economics education
My Merit Guide
Episode: AI in the Classroom: One Professor's Radical Teaching Experiment
Sarah Bosse
Senior at Miami University, Human Capital Management and Leadership Co-Major in Entrepreneurship, TA and student founder
Miami University
Episode: The Economics of Entrepreneurship
Ej Ume
Associate Professor of Economics at Miami University in Ohio
Miami University (Ohio)
Episode: Bond Market Warning Signs Explained By Miami Professor Ej Ume
Jack Marx
Guest on Decode Econ, discussing forward guidance and market information
Episode: Should the Fed provide forward guidance?
Frannie Staley
Marketing and entrepreneurship student; Decode Econ team member
Decode Econ
Episode: Learning Economics at a Startup
Claire Maddox
Decode Econ team member involved in Instagram/content development
Decode Econ
Episode: Learning Economics at a Startup
Dr. Jose Saavedra
Professor at Haile College of Business
Northern Kentucky University, Haile College of Business
Episode: Dr. Jose Saavedra on the Importance of Trust in Influencer Marketing

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Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani
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Jack Marx
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Should the Fed provide forward guidance?
Q: What's going on in the economy?
Jack outlines a data-driven view, noting inflation around 3.5% and unemployment near 4.2%, with GDP showing mixed signals—growth slowing but not collapsing; he argues the economy faces friction and uncertainty, especially around policy signals and information availability.
Dr. Jose Saavedra on the Importance of Trust in Influencer Marketing
Q: What do you see as a key takeaway for students aiming to build career credibility in marketing and sales?
Develop a personal value proposition, build a credible LinkedIn presence showing real contributions and growth, and pursue experiential learning that connects theory to real-world impact.
Dr. Jose Saavedra on the Importance of Trust in Influencer Marketing
Q: What advice would you give for brands choosing influencers to ensure long-term trust?
Prioritize alignment between the influencer's established persona and the product, ensure transparent disclosure of sponsorships, and focus on ongoing, value-driven collaboration rather than one-off promotions.
Dr. Jose Saavedra on the Importance of Trust in Influencer Marketing
Q: Dr. Saavedra, how do you distinguish between trust, credibility, and authenticity in online influence?
Credibility relates to knowledge and expertise behind a recommendation, while authenticity concerns the perceived honesty and core values of the person; trust is built when both are aligned and consistently demonstrated in actions, not just words.
Why Saving Money in Your 20s Might Be a Mistake
Q: What do you think Curiosity has to do with career development and finding a space you're happy in?
Curiosity drives lifelong learning and problem-solving; it helps people identify opportunities, pursue meaningful work, and develop the versatility needed to adapt and grow in any field.

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Decoded econ conversations center on macroeconomic trends and how they affect everyday life, with a strong emphasis on inflation, labor markets, policy, and the role of technology in education and society. Episodes blend data-driven analysis with practical storytelling, exploring topics from AI in education to tariffs, housing affordability, and consumer behavior, often featuring researchers, professors, and policymakers as guests. A notable strength is tying high-level economics to tangible takeaways for listeners, including actionable budgeting tips, career implications, and how to interpret economic headlines beyond the soundbites. The show also builds a community around economics education, with recurring emphasis on clear communication... more

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