Eric uses the recent rise in gasoline prices to explain the rising cost of living, how it's measured, and why it's rising faster than you think. He outlines a strategy for protecting your investments, and later, your retirement income, from inflation. He ends with reflections on why this podcast exists and how to get the most out of it.

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