Archive - Econtastic with Dr. Matthew Rousu

March 2025

The Economics of Crime in The White Lotus

What is driving the criminal acts we see in The White Lotus?

Mar 31 •

How Much Richer are we over the past 100 Years?

TV's 1923 gives us insight into economic growth then and now

Mar 12 •

How Much Was $420 Worth in 1923?

Harrison Ford's TV Show Helps Us Understand Inflation

Mar 5 •

Navigating Unemployment: The Challenge for Laid-Off Federal Workers

The recent wave of federal worker layoffs has raised pressing concerns about employment prospects and workforce transitions.

Mar 3 •

February 2025

The White Lotus Illustrates Revenge and Spite In Game Theory Decisions

Shane and Armond Hate Each Other!

Feb 28 •

Economics in The White Lotus: Shane Flips Out When He Doesn't Get His Room

Was this rationale? Or did he fall for the sunk-cost fallacy?

Feb 24 •

How Much Would it Cost to Stay at The White Lotus?

Luxury Hotels in Luxury Locations have Luxury Prices

Feb 16 •

Learning Economics and Personal Finance from Black Authors

Three great authors to read in Black History Month

Feb 6 •

Economics of the Super Bowl

From ticket prices to ads, America's biggest game has an impact

Feb 1 •

January 2025

Why are Vinyl Records So Expensive?

Four factors lead to higher prices

Jan 22 •

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