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The unemployment rate reached its highest level in 70+ years in April and, after a few months of sharp recovery, remains extraordinarily high. With the July expiration of enhanced benefits, a time-limited replacement coming to an end, and continued debate over additional support, Heidi Shierholz, Senior Economist and Director of Policy at the Economic Policy Institute, joins to discuss trends in unemployment, the current policy picture, and what it means for workers and our economy this fall.
Sustaining Capitalism Podcast Series / 27 Apr 2023
This podcast discusses how US oil and gas companies are expanding exploration and production activities to respond to increasing energy needs.
Sustaining Capitalism Podcast Series / 28 Mar 2023
In this episode, we are joined by Cecilia McKenney, to discuss workforce challenges facing the health care industry following the pandemic.
Sustaining Capitalism Podcast Series / 07 Mar 2023
Dr. Doug Shapiro of the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center discusses college enrollment trends.
Sustaining Capitalism Podcast Series / 28 Feb 2023
This podcast episode features an assessment of where the war stands now, how the West has responded to it, and the future direction of US policy.
Sustaining Capitalism Podcast Series / 21 Feb 2023
Michael Romano of NTCA joins us to discuss how the funding from the infrastructure law can be unlocked and used effectively.
Sustaining Capitalism Podcast Series / 14 Feb 2023
Regulatory agencies often overstep their boundaries, with serious consequences both to the entities they regulate and the economy as a whole.
