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Speaking of the Economy

Richmond Fed
Inflation
Federal Reserve Bank Of Richmond
Unemployment Insurance
Economic Recovery
Covid-19
Price Stability
Labor Market
Dual Enrollment
Federal Reserve
Inflation Measurement
Workforce Development
Post-Pandemic Recovery
Maryland
Monetary Policy
Richmond Fed
Housing Market
Interest Rates
Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index
Economic Indicators
Consumer Price Index

Speaking of the Economy is the podcast of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. In each episode, we'll hear from the Richmond Fed's economists and other experts at the Bank and in the communities we serve about the economic issues they are exploring.

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Latest Episodes

Bethany Greene describes the flow of federal funds into Fifth District communities as transfer payments, from healthcare and Social Security benefits to unemployment insurance payments. In particular, she discusses regional variances in communities' ... more

Doug Borland and Stephanie Mehlhouse share insights from the 2024 Survey and Diary of Consumer Payment Choice, which was compiled by the Federal Reserve to provide a comprehensive picture of payment preferences and behavior in the United States. Borl... more

Mary Donnan and Victor Farmer discuss two projects in the Fifth District that illustrate the challenges of economic development in rural communities and the importance of philanthropic organizations in addressing those challenges. They also reflect o... more

Claudia Macaluso shares what she has learned about young people who are not employed, in school, or undergoing training, and what potential interventions could bring these disconnected youth into the workforce. Macaluso is a senior research economist... more

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Recent Guests

Sergio Correia
Senior economist at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: Why Do Banks Fail?
Roger Lentz
City manager of Wilson, North Carolina
City of Wilson
Episode: Microtransit Solutions in Rural Communities
David Foles
Transit Director for Bay Aging, nonprofit providing a variety of services
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Mitch Elliott
Transit Director for Mountain Empire Older Citizens
Mountain Empire Older Citizens
Episode: Microtransit Solutions in Rural Communities
Andy Bauer
Vice president and regional executive for the Baltimore branch of the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: What's Keeping Workers on the Sidelines?
Marina Azzimonti
senior economist and research advisor at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: Getting a Grip on U.S. Tariff Changes
Davy Sell
Research analyst at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: Affordable College, Unaffordable Housing
Anthony Tringali
Research associate at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: Affordable College, Unaffordable Housing
Grey Gordon
Senior economist at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: What is the Fed's Policy Framework?

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Tim Sablik
Senior economics writer at the Richmond Fed, focusing on economic issues through research and analysis.

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The Role of Philanthropies in Rural Development
Q: What unique challenges did you each face when trying to move your projects forward in a small town?
Victor highlighted issues like building inspections revealing serious flaws, while Mary mentioned the challenge of securing demand for renovations in an area facing historical economic decline.
The Role of Philanthropies in Rural Development
Q: How did your organizations first get involved in these projects and how did you determine the role that you were going to play in these efforts?
Both Victor and Mary emphasized the importance of community engagement, partnership, and responding to local needs and volunteer energy as key factors that guided their organizations' involvement in the revitalization projects.
Why Do Banks Fail?
Q: Why has it been difficult to determine which of these theories does a better job of explaining bank failures?
It's challenging because failing banks exhibit both signs of loss and panic runs, making it difficult to pinpoint the actual cause.
Why Do Banks Fail?
Q: Could you explain what those two theories are?
There is a classic debate between liquidity stories and solvency stories with banks failing for reasons similar to why restaurants fail, primarily due to losing money.
The Role of Rent in Overall Inflation
Q: What will you be watching with rents over the second half of this year?
I'll track market rents to see if they remain at pre-pandemic levels, which could indicate broader economic demand or supply pressures.

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This podcast offers deep insights into economic issues and trends through discussions featuring economists and experts from the Richmond Fed as well as community figures. Each episode explores various contemporary economic challenges, such as consumer payment methods, the impact of tariffs on inflation, and the unique hurdles faced by rural communities regarding transportation and child care. Emphasizing analytical perspectives informed by research, the content covers a wide range of topics from the role of agriculture in rural economies to the complexities of labor market participation and the education-to-employment pipeline for disconnected youth. This variety makes the podcast particularly beneficial for anyone looking to gain substanti... more

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5. Andy Bauer
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8. Anthony Tringali

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