<p>In this episode, Alex gives a mini lesson on the economics of purchasing price parity (PPP) and how it is a useful (albeit imperfect) tool to compare the economics, GDP, and currency values of different countries. He uses the example of the Economist's "Big Mac Index" and talks about how Trump's tariffs are not doing what he promised they would do. Confidence in the US dollar is dropping and it is reflective in the price of Big Macs.</p>

In this episode, Alex gives a mini lesson on the economics of purchasing price parity (PPP) and how it is a useful (albeit imperfect) tool to compare the economics, GDP, and currency values of different countries. He uses the example of the Economist's "Big Mac Index" and talks about how Trump's tariffs are not doing what he promised they would do. Confidence in the US dollar is dropping and it is reflective in the price of Big Macs.

Trumped by the Big Mac Index: Price Parity & Waning Confidence in the Dollar

Alex Kopytko is a ”radical centrist” that wants to understand the extremes. He has worked in politics and has studied public policy and political science. Alex argues that centrism is less about being a contrarian, it is about being able to change your mind and embrace an openness to new ideas. He is concerned about where the United States is headed and through conversations with people from all sides of the political spectrum, he wants to know how Americans can limit the tribalism that is flourishing. As someone that dances along the center-right of the political spectrum, Alex thinks the country needs to come together and talk to one another before it could be too late. This podcast covers domestic politics, as well as political philosophy, and international issues.

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