S15 EP149: Hour 2 - Common Sense Economics
Aug 21, 2026 · 37m
Summary
Erickson uses thermodynamics to argue that businesses like Starbucks are fleeing Seattle’s regulations for Nashville’s favorable economy. He claims the President’s removal of beef tariffs proves they raise prices, criticizing listeners for ignoring basic economics. The host also discusses the unsustainable national debt and mandatory spending. Finally, he shares a viral story about a school group chat drama over Oreo cookies.
Topics discussed
Sponsors and show introduction
Thermodynamics and economic laws
Seattle companies moving to Nashville
Tariffs, beef prices, and economic impact
Sponsors and transition to calls
The viral Oreo cookie school drama
National debt and Social Security crisis
Continued Oreo drama and mom group chat
Listener call on UN and Strait of Hormuz
Sponsors and closing remarks
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