S15 EP138: Hour 1 - The Burrito Again
Summary
Eric Erickson critiques the "20-dollar burrito" outrage, arguing that tariffs and government interventions like Fannie Mae drive up costs, and urges listeners to cook instead. He then analyzes the Georgia gubernatorial race, contrasting Keisha Lance Bottoms’ hesitation on data centers with Rick Jackson’s support for local control and economic benefits. Erickson highlights how data centers create jobs and tax revenue, citing Meta’s El Paso facility as a positive example of community investment.
Topics discussed
Intro: North Myrtle Beach travel and underdog mindset
The $20 burrito debate, tariffs, and housing affordability
Sponsors: Zyzal, BMW, and Renai tankless water heaters
Data centers in Georgia: Tax breaks, jobs, and misinformation
Outro: Not Safe Radio show, Van Allen Golf, and Vision Computers
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