Topic: Economic Forecast

3 chapters across the catalog

Bug Appetit!
Episode 1351 1:18:59 - 1:29:54

1351: Bug Appetit!

World Economic Forum, Jobs of the Future

The World Economic Forum's "Radio Davos" podcast outlines ten projected jobs of the future following "The Great Reset." These include "Work from Home Facilitators," "XR Immersion Counselors," and "Algorithm Bias Auditors." The hosts mock these titles as bureaucratic nonsense and express concern over the WEF's influence on global economic policy.

Shunt Unit
Episode 791 2:20:09 - 2:25:18

791: Shunt Unit

Oil Price Predictions and the 2017 Economic Forecast

The hosts place "Red Book" bets on the bottom of the oil market, with predictions ranging from $13.50 to $24.00 per barrel. They warn that while the current situation is a correction, a much larger and more "frightening" economic event is forecasted for 2017.

Oatmeal
Episode 701 14:16 - 16:02

701: Oatmeal

Texas Weather Forecasting Failures, Economic Impact

An anticipated ice storm in Austin, Texas, failed to materialize despite widespread school closures and emergency banners on television. Although temperatures remained above freezing at 35-36 degrees, the city was effectively shut down based on faulty 24-hour models. The lack of accountability for the economic damage caused by these incorrect forecasts is questioned.