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In This Economy?!

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Canada
Inflation
Bank Of Canada
Tariffs
Interest Rates
Artificial Intelligence
Capital Gains Tax
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Financial Planning
Streaming Services
Canadian Federal Budget
Cost Of Living
U.S. Economy
Housing Crisis
Toronto
Housing Market
Canadian Economy
Trade Tariffs
Financial Literacy
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Real people with real problems get realistic solutions. Your guide to understanding an unpredictable economy. Are you stressed out about your finances? Feel like the odds are stacked against you? We are too. It feels like we should be able to afford all of these things as adults — a house, a car, raising children...even just a social life— but so many of us simply find it out of reach. How did the... more

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Canadian small businesses are a big part of the economy. And like the rest of us, they're dealing with more tariffs as the trade war with the US heats up again, with Canadian counter tariffs set to take effect next month. It's the latest economic hit... more

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The U.S. government has reached a staggering milestone: $40 trillion in debt. As deficits continue to grow and borrowing costs rise, bond investors are demanding higher yields, pushing long-term Treasury rates to their highest levels in decades.

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2026 has certainly been a "headline driven" year for the markets. Whether it's A.I., war, tariffs and trade, or inflation and interest rates, the markets have seen big daily price swings, and several sectors have seen huge percentage run-ups for stoc... more

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OpenAI recently went rogue, hacking into an AI start-up in a matter of hours.

It stunned some – even those in the tech industry – but it also opened the door to a series of new questions as companies and consumers rely more and more on the technolog... more

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Recent Guests

Tiago Figueiredo
Macro Strategist at Desjardins Financial
Desjardins Financial
Episode: America's $40 Trillion Debt Problem
Charles Findlay
Executive Director of the Rogers Cyber Secure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University
Rogers Cyber Secure Catalyst, Toronto Metropolitan University
Episode: Should we rely on a rogue robot?
Steve McCallister
Editor-in-Chief of Gaming News Canada
Gaming News Canada
Episode: Canada's betting large on sports gambling
Royce Chwin
President and CEO of Destination Vancouver
Destination Vancouver
Episode: The World Cup is over. Was it worth it for our host cities?
Andrew Weir
President and CEO at Destination Toronto
Destination Toronto
Episode: The World Cup is over. Was it worth it for our host cities?
Nik Nanos
Chief Data Scientist at Nanos Research
Nanos Research
Episode: The Prime Minister's honeymoon continues
Adam Jacobs
National Head of Research at Colliers Canada
Colliers Canada
Episode: Office Space: Is RTO driving demand?
Richard Lachman
Professor of Digital Media at Toronto Metropolitan University; author of Digital Wisdom, Searching for Agency in the Age of AI
Toronto Metropolitan University
Episode: Artificial Intelligence is costing us, is it worth it?
LJ Valencia
Economist with Desjardins
Desjardins
Episode: Was Canada's 'technical recession' a data mistake?

Hosts

Mike Eppel
Host of In This Economy, frequently guiding conversations on macro trends, investing, and practical personal finance strategies.
Kris McCusker
Co-hosts, bringing perspectives on markets, policy, and business strategy with a practical, skeptical lens.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Disappointed

    The latest episode Feb 13 2026 about resteraunts felt like a 16 min pitch. Not sure if it was the content or the delivery. Felt like sales not a conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Lepageb
    Canada6 months ago
  • Negative Nelly

    The topics are deliberately chosen to magnify negativity. This is not a balanced podcast — not even close. Right for sure. 😉

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CheersAnnk56
    Canada9 months ago
  • New hosts?

    I really like this show, but have found the new hosts skew older (and a little more AM radio) than Jordan. I miss the millennial relatability!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    WindsoriaForever
    Canada2 years ago
  • Used to Love, Host Change unfortunate

    Not sure away decision was made to remove Jordan as the host of this show but not enjoying the vibe of the new host. Show used to have a much more conversational, every person feel and now feels more technical. Also doesn’t have the same warmth. No longer a regular listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hvantham
    Canada2 years ago
  • Six-star Podcast

    It is like listening to a good friend in a time of crisis. A very intelligent and insightful friend with very helpful advice. Please continue creating content. We are listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mariana37
    Canada2 years ago

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Feedback shows strong support for candid, conversational hosting and expert insight, with some calls for more balanced or neutral framing on contentious topics.
Listener feedback highlights practical financial guidance and accessible explanations, with some critiques about pacing or sponsorship balance.
Audience appreciates data-driven, Canadian-focused macro discussions and diverse guest expertise.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

America's $40 Trillion Debt Problem
Q: What is the outlook for U.S. interest rates and inflation according to the guest?
The guest suggested that inflation pressures may ease gradually, the Fed could stay on hold for the remainder of the year, and that inflation measurement changes and communications reforms could shape policy going forward.
America's $40 Trillion Debt Problem
Q: What drove the sudden attention to the 40 trillion debt mark?
The milestone acted as a headline that brought attention to debt sustainability and market reactions, especially in the bond market, where yields moved higher and investors reassessed risk and policy implications.
Canada's betting large on sports gambling
Q: How many legal sites opened when Ontario launched, and how has the market evolved since then?
He describes the initial saturation of operators at launch, later consolidation, and current counts, noting Ontario started with around a dozen operators and has grown to roughly 47, with Alberta launching later and geolocation playing a key regulatory role.
Canada's betting large on sports gambling
Q: Give me a little bit about your background and what got you looking more into the world of sports wagering.
Steve explains his long career in sports journalism, his transition to covering the gaming industry, and how he and his partner built Gaming News Canada, including producing content and a weekly newsletter that tracks regulatory changes and market dynamics.
The Prime Minister's honeymoon continues
Q: What factors are driving Canadians to support Carney despite flat consumer confidence?
Support seems driven by Carney's active campaigning style, his handling of the economy, perceived willingness to adapt policy, and the sense that he is the best person to manage the Canada-U.S. relationship and invest in major national projects.

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The show provides practical, listener-driven exploration of everyday financial and economic questions through expert guests and data-driven discussions. Recent episodes span investing discipline in volatile markets, AI governance and cybersecurity, Canadian macro trends, real estate and work-from-office dynamics, and regulatory shifts in money and fintech. Across episodes, the host(s) emphasize actionable takeaways, long-term planning, and clear explanations of complex topics, often tying macro developments to personal finance, business strategy, and consumer decisions. A standout pattern is mixing timely macro analysis with practical budgeting, investment strategies, and real-world Sophie's-choice scenarios, plus periodic sponsor integrati... more

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