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What might happen in Houston if the U.S. defaults on its debt?
Posted on · A Houston economics professor says it's hard to predict, but it would be bad.
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Former Rocket Kenny Smith (May 12, 2023)
Posted on · On Friday's show: We discuss Greater Houston's connections to the global economy. And former Houston Rocket Kenny Smith discusses his new memoir.
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Could proposed DEI bans at public universities have economic consequences?
Posted on · Houston Chronicle columnist Chris Tomlinson shares his concerns about the impact such bills could have on efforts to attract business to Texas.
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A refresher on what the FDIC is and does
Posted on · We ask a certified financial planner what you should know about the FDIC and the bank where you deposit your money.
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Railroad merger update (Feb. 23, 2023)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: We get an update on the proposed rail merger between Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern and its potential impact on the Houston area.
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Analyzing the 2023 State of the Union Address
Posted on · Breaking down the reactions and discussing key takeaways from the President’s address to the nation.
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Oil’s effect on Houston’s economy (Jan. 4, 2023)
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: Some recent numbers suggest Houston's GDP grew slower than the rest of the nation last year. Is that true -- and is it the fault of oil and gas?
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Troubles in Tech: Twitter, the Crypto Collapse and Big Layoffs; Plus Musician Matthew Whitaker
Posted on · Our guests explain the recent developments of the cyber industry, cryptocurrency, and our economy.
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Falling consumer prices, and veteran business owners (Nov. 11, 2022)
Posted on · On Friday's show: Are falling consumer prices a sign inflation is slowing? And why veterans may be well suited to start businesses.
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Talking Politics: Debating the issues of immigration, abortion, the economy and more
Posted on · Both sides weigh in on the issues that will turn up the heat in the November election. Plus, how to register to vote and details on early voting.
Economy
Texas remains a powerhouse in job growth even though hiring could slow later this year
Posted on · Despite the gains made in June, job growth could cool slightly in the coming months. A key reason, along with a decline in manufacturing, is that staffing shortages remain.
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What rising inflation means for Houston’s economy (July 14, 2022)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: Whether continued inflation could lead to a recession, local activists and officials take on hazardous chemical leaks on Houston's east side, and gay conservatives in Texas search for belonging in a party that's openly hostile to them.
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Houston’s strong place in the global economy despite the pandemic (May 20, 2022)
Posted on · On Friday's show: How Houston fared in international trade and business in 2021, plans to restore natural prairie around town, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week, and how bees have influenced human architecture.
Business & Economy
The U.S. added 678,000 jobs in February. It’s another sign of a hot labor market
Posted on · U.S. employers added 678,000 jobs in February, as the unemployment rate fell to 3.8%, from 4% in January. The Federal Reserve hopes to curb inflation without stalling job growth.
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Does the Houston job forecast need adjustment? (Feb. 7, 2022)
Posted on · On Monday’s show: Another look at the local jobs forecast in light of recent national jobs numbers, another round of Houstonian pet peeves, and an update on sports.