Rubber Meets The Road Economics: Exploring the forces shaping our economy with P

Welcome to ’Rubber Meets The Road Economics,’ where investor Hunter Craig and Professor Edwin T. Burton from the University of Virginia explore the forces shaping our economy. Each episode breaks down complex economic concepts into clear, relatable insights. From globalization and technology to beha...

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22. The $40 Trillion Question: Can America Avoid an Economic Meltdown?

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July 24, 2025

22. The $40 Trillion Question: Can America Avoid an Economic Meltdown?

In this sobering and thought-provoking episode, investor Hunter Craig sits down with Professor Edwin Burton of the University of Virginia to unpack the harsh economic realities we face as the national debt approaches $40 tril...

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July 18, 2025

Are Tariffs Just Sales Taxes in Disguise?

In this episode of Rubber Meets the Road Economics , Hunter Craig sits down with Professor Edwin T. Burton to unpack one of the most pressing economic topics of our time: tariffs. With political posturing, trade wars, and ris...

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June 30, 2025

20. Is a Recession Inevitable? Why the Warning Signs Are Mounting

As the S&P 500 hits record highs and inflation cools, you might think the U.S. economy is cruising. But Professor Edwin T. Burton returns to Rubber Meets the Road Economics with a more sobering take: the real warning signs ar...

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April 24, 2025

19. Uncertain Times Ahead: The High Stakes of America's Economic Policies

In this crucial episode, Hunter Craig speaks with Professor Edwin T. Burton about the alarming implications of recent U.S. tariff policies, market volatility, and America's mounting debt crisis. Professor Burton provides cand...

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April 17, 2025

18. Economic Shockwaves: What You Need To Know About The Impact Of Tariffs

In this episode, Professor Edwin Burton joins Hunter Craig to discuss the recent implementation of tariffs by the U.S. government and their far-reaching effects on the economy. They delve into who truly bears the cost of tari...

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March 1, 2025

17. The Economics of Healthcare, Debt, and Social Security

As the U.S. deficit balloons toward $2 trillion annually and total national debt surpasses $36 trillion, the financial sustainability of government spending has never been more uncertain. Economist and UVA professor Edwin Bur...

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