The Economic Podcast for Gen Z

How much do we really know about the people on our ballots?

Shu Yang joins The Economic Podcast for Gen Z to introduce Elections Simplified, his website aimed at helping Americans understand their elections and the candidates asking for their votes.

At the heart of the project is a simple idea: voters should be able to see what candidates have actually done. By bringing together voting records, public actions, and campaign finance information, Elections Simplified aims to make researching your ballot easier.

We explore the motivation behind the website, why local elections deserve more attention, and the challenges of making political information accessible while staying neutral. For younger voters navigating an overwhelming flow of news and campaign messaging, how can tools like this help them make informed choices?

🎧 Join us for a conversation about transparency, political accountability, and understanding who represents you.

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Why do some people keep building wealth while others feel increasingly left behind?

James Keena, author and former C-suite executive, joins The Economic Podcast for Gen Z to discuss wealth concentration, generational opportunity, and the relationship between economic and political power.

We explore how inheritance shapes financial opportunities, what a K-shaped economy means for households moving in different directions, and the challenges facing younger generations trying to build wealth. How much does success depend on creating value, and how much comes from the advantages people start with?

The author of We’ve Been Had and the Pathless Land series also brings his perspective on freedom, institutions, and independent thinking. Drawing on his experience in business and his lifelong interest in economics and philosophy, James encourages us to question familiar political narratives and examine the incentives behind them.

🎧 Listen for a conversation about wealth, power, and what economic opportunity means for Gen Z.

🏠 What role does housing play in building wealth and how should the next generation think about it?

Lane Kawaoka, real estate investor and author of The Wealth Elevator, joins The Economic Podcast for Gen Z for a conversation about housing, property investing, and long-term wealth.

We discuss housing as both a place to live and an investment, alongside Lane’s perspective on using real estate to build income and financial independence. The ideas behind his book offer a framework for thinking about how investment strategies change as your resources and goals evolve.

For Gen Z, the conversation raises questions about homeownership, the relationship between earning a salary and owning assets, and where property fits into a broader financial future.

🎧 Listen for a conversation about housing, wealth, and what financial freedom means beyond the numbers.

Why does political reform in America seem so difficult and what would it take to change that?

Evan Jaqua, founder of the Solutions Party, joins The Economic Podcast for Gen Z to discuss his vision for reforming American politics and making government more accountable to the people it serves.

At the heart of his approach is a question about incentives: what happens when staying in power becomes a politician’s main priority? His proposals, from ending reelection to encouraging more informed voting, challenge familiar assumptions about how America chooses its leaders and holds them accountable.

We talk about the ideas behind the Solutions Party, the obstacles to meaningful reform, and what a different approach to politics could mean for the next generation.

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Why do voters turn to populism, and why do socialist ideas continue to appeal to younger generations? What can Albania’s history teach us about these debates? 🎙️

In this episode of The Economic Podcast for Gen Z, Ruel Domi joins me to discuss current affairs, political discontent, and the relationship between economic frustration and political promises.

We explore the appeal of populist movements, socialism in theory and practice, and Albania’s experience under communism. The conversation considers what that history means for a generation debating opportunity, fairness, and the role of government today and where free markets and individual liberty fit into those discussions.

Together, we consider a question that runs through the episode: when politicians promise a better future, how should we judge whether their ideas can deliver?

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Who really shapes the rules governing America’s financial system?

Gary Rubin joins The Economic Podcast for Gen Z to discuss his time at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Federal Reserve, and his experience in lobbying. We explore the relationship between the public and private sectors and what happens when regulators, businesses, and lobbyists meet.

Along the way, we unpack Washington’s “swamp." Where does valuable expertise end and undue influence begin? And how do we balance the need for effective regulation with democratic accountability?

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Can an internet joke become a force for political change?

Anubhav Banjeree joins The Economic Podcast for Gen Z to discuss India’s Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), the political frustration behind its popularity, and what it tells us about how young people want to be represented.

We look at how political satire and social media give a generation a voice, and ask whether viral attention can translate into meaningful political change.

What draws Gen Z to movements outside traditional party politics? And what happens when humour becomes a vehicle for serious demands?

A conversation about Indian politics, youth activism, and the relationship between Gen Z and democracy.

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Gen Z is regularly described as the “sober-curious” generation but are young adults truly drinking less, or are they simply drinking differently?

Andrew Heritage, Chief Economist at the Beer Institute, joins The Economic Podcast for Gen Z to discuss the economic importance of the American beer industry and the changing habits of younger consumers.

We explore the growth of non-alcoholic beer, competition from marijuana, the emergence of THC-infused beverages, and what shifting Gen Z preferences could mean for the future of alcohol.

A data-driven conversation about beer, consumer behavior, cannabis, and how an established industry is adapting to a new generation.

College admissions expert Shellee Howard, founder and CEO of College Ready, explains how families can choose the right college, build stronger applications, and secure scholarships. The conversation also examines student debt, graduate employment, the return on investment of a college degree, and whether universities prioritize campus amenities over career preparation.

Student loans, poor job market, and inflation above 3%, Scott joins the show to help Gen Z navigate the financial maze.