Claudia Sahm on the Economy, Policy, and Empowering the Next Generation
In this enlightening episode, Dr. A sits down with Dr. Claudia Sahm to discuss the state of the U.S. economy, the impact of the pandemic, and the importance of long-term investments. Claudia shares her economic journey, passion for making a difference through policy, and advice for the next generation of economists. The conversation also touches on the challenges of creating a more inclusive and diverse field of economics.
Key Topics Covered:
State of the U.S. Economy
Claudia's insights into the economic disruptions caused by the pandemic and the subsequent recovery.
Discussion on inflation, labor market improvements, and consumer sentiment.
Claudia's Journey in Economics
The influence of her early education and mentors on her career path.
Claudia's commitment to using economics for good and addressing societal challenges.
Policy Making and Long-term Challenges
The importance of long-term investments over short-term gains.
Claudia's perspective on fiscal policy, the deficit, and the need for prioritizing investments in children and the environment.
The Sahm Rule
The development and impact of the Sahm Rule as a recession indicator.
Advice for Aspiring Economists
The versatility of an economics degree and the importance of engaging with real-world data.
Claudia encouraged students to explore diverse perspectives and contribute to economic policy.
Diversity and Inclusion in Economics
The need for more diverse perspectives in the field.
Claudia's experiences with mentoring and advocating for an inclusive environment.
Engaging with Claudia's Work
How listeners can follow Claudia's insights on her Substack and Twitter.
Advice on content creation and building a presence in the economics community.
- Claudia Sahm on Twitter: @Claudia_Sahm
- Claudia Sahm's Substack: Stay At Home Macro
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