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Speaking of the Economy

Richmond Fed
Inflation
Federal Reserve Bank Of Richmond
Unemployment Insurance
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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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Renee Haltom shares what the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond has learned from its business contacts and regional surveys about the impact of trade policy changes since last April. Haltom is a regional executive and vice president of sensing, engagem... more

Stephanie Norris and Davy Sell review the latest results of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond's Survey of Community College Outcomes, which examined the variety of ways that these colleges served different types of students and communities in the ... more

Suzanne Holland talks about the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond's recent visit to Martinsville to learn about the economic challenges and opportunities in the city and surrounding communities in southern Virginia. Kate Keller describes one issue in ... more

Zhu Wang discusses the emergence of "buy now, pay later" installment loans and shares his research on the potential impacts of this payment option on the credit risks of individuals and the stability of financial markets. Wang is vice president for r... more

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Recent Guests

Suzanne Holland
Senior regional outreach specialist at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: Affordable Housing Development in Rural Virginia
Kate Keller
President of the Harvest Foundation
Harvest Foundation
Episode: Affordable Housing Development in Rural Virginia
Zhu Wang
Vice President for Research in Financial and Payment Systems at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: What Happens When Consumers Buy Now and Pay Later?
Thomas Lubik
Senior advisor in the research department at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: Understanding the Economy as Data Revisions Happen
Pierre Sarte
Senior advisor at the Richmond Fed.
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: Predicting PCE Using the Richmond Fed's Regional Surveys
Sonya Waddell
Vice president and economist at the Richmond Fed.
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: Predicting PCE Using the Richmond Fed's Regional Surveys
Russell Wong
Senior economist in the research department
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: The Demise of the Penny
Anna Kovner
Executive Vice President and Director of Research at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: Keeping Up on the Economy with Anna Kovner
Huberto Ennis
Group Vice President for Micro, Macro and Financial Economics in the Research Department at the Richmond Fed
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Episode: What's the Fed Doing with its Balance Sheet Now?

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Tim Sablik
Senior economics writer at the Richmond Fed with frequent hosting duties; coverage includes monetary policy, data analysis, and regional economics.

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Strong regional relevance with examples drawn from the Richmond Fed footprint.
Clear, data-driven discussions that translate complex policy into practical implications for businesses and households.

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Affordable Housing Development in Rural Virginia
Q: Walk us through the affordable housing challenge in Martinsville.
The area had not seen new housing construction for decades, revealing a housing stock gap and a growing need for workforce and affordable homes; partnerships with the city, United Way, Virginia Housing, and local builders helped create cottage-style, affordable homes and multifamily options using land trusts and grants.
Affordable Housing Development in Rural Virginia
Q: To start the discussion, Suzanne, could you tell us more about the Richmond Fed's Community Conversations program that you're involved in? What communities do you visit?
We visit all corners of the Fifth District, focusing on rural communities and small towns, to ground truth data with on-the-ground insights and learn about unique economic drivers, challenges, and opportunities.
What Happens When Consumers Buy Now and Pay Later?
Q: How has BNPL loan growth evolved according to CFPB data?
CFPB data show explosive growth early on, more than tenfold in the first two years, followed by a deceleration to about 30% year-over-year growth from 2021 to 2023, with total 2025 BNPL transaction value projected around $70 billion.
What Happens When Consumers Buy Now and Pay Later?
Q: What types of BNPL plans did you analyze and why focus on pay-in-for loans?
The analysis centers on a narrow BNPL definition—short-term, zero-interest pay-in-for loans repaid within six weeks—to isolate a segment with light credit checks and limited reporting to credit bureaus, which raises concerns about data visibility and financial stability.
Understanding the Economy as Data Revisions Happen
Q: Did you find any patterns to the revisions?
GDP revisions tend to be positive on average, indicating that initial estimates often underestimate economic strength.

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This show features in-depth discussions with Richmond Fed economists and partners about monetary policy, macro data, regional economies, and financial systems. Episodes often reveal how data revisions, inflation readings, and policy shifts influence households, businesses, and communities. A standout element is the strong emphasis on data-driven insights from regional and national perspectives, plus occasional focus on the practical implications of federal policy for local economies. Listeners likely include finance professionals, policymakers, researchers, and students who want clear, evidence-based explanations of current economic dynamics and how they play out in real markets.

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7. Russell Wong
8. Anna Kovner

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