BlackEcon101

Creative Investment Research

We break down complex economic topics and explain why they matter for African-American, minority and women communities. Whether it’s the Federal Reserve’s independence, inflation trends, or fiscal policy shifts, BlackEcon101 connects the dots between macro‑level choices and micro‑level impact—on everyday lives, wallets, and wealth.

  1. Apr 29

    Inside the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings

    In this special episode of Black Econ 101, we look back on our internship journey and our time at the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings. From networking and writing to conversations on labor, development, and global economic challenges, we share what we learned, what surprised us, and how these experiences shaped the way we think about policy and opportunity.

    25 min

  2. Apr 26

    Flourishing, Friendship, and Finding Your Way in D.C.

    In this episode of BlackEcon 101, we sit down with Lucy Ingram to talk about flourishing, connection, purpose, and what it means to grow as a young professional in a city like Washington, D.C. From mindfulness and community to networking and everyday kindness, this conversation explores how to stay grounded while building a life and career with intention.

    29 min

  3. Apr 21

    Who Gets Access? Community Banks, Regulation, and Opportunity

    In this episode of Black Econ 101, we break down a conversation inspired by a public meeting at the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. We explore why community banks matter, how banking regulation affects everyday people, and why access to capital, opportunity, and innovation is still deeply unequal across communities.

    26 min

  4. Mar 24

    Before It Hits Your Wallet: The Real Warning Behind Rising PPI

    Inflation isn’t gone—it’s moving upstream. This episode breaks down rising PPI, what it signals about future prices, and why small businesses and young people will feel the squeeze first, all while the Fed holds rates steady.

    14 min

  5. Mar 7

    Mamdani, Money, and New York: Politics That Speak to the People

    In this episode of BlackEcon 101, hosts Amza and Sol sit down with Malika Ramadina, a campaign finance intern at FK&Co, to unpack one of the most interesting conversations in politics right now: Zohran Mamdani, New York City, and the future of business and political leadership. Together, they explore why Mamdani’s rise has captured so much attention, what his approach says about the Democratic Party, and how his ideas around cutting red tape could reshape opportunities for small businesses and young entrepreneurs in New York. The conversation also dives into political relatability, representation, local economies, and what it means for a politician to truly speak to the people.

    28 min

  6. Mar 3

    New Voices, Same Mission: Meet the Spring 2026 Intern Cohort

    The podcast continues — with a new team behind the mic. In this episode, we introduce ourselves as the latest cohort of interns at Creative Investment Research. Coming from diverse academic backgrounds — economics, international affairs, data science, and law — we share what brought us here and what we hope to contribute. From attending Supreme Court hearings on Federal Reserve independence to working on economic dashboards, social return research, and community-focused initiatives, we reflect on how this internship is shaping our understanding of policy, inequality, and impact. This season, we aim to make the podcast more dynamic — bringing humor, real conversations, student perspectives, and deeper discussions about economics, politics, and the world we’re inheriting. New voices. Same commitment to impact. And this is just the beginning.

    18 min

  7. 12/06/2025

    Trump's Tax Dividends and a Semester Recap

    Join Isabela Butler (@GonzagaU), Shea Carlberg (@GWtweets), and Vanessa Muturi (@WilliamsCollege ) discuss Trumps new proposed tax dividends and end the semester with a recap of events attended throughout the semester.

    12 min

  8. 11/19/2025

    Lisa Cook, the Fed, and the Fight Over Independent Institutions

    Interns Isabela Butler (Gonzaga University) and Vanessa Muturi (Williams College) discuss the recent legal battles between Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook and President Donald Trump's attempts to remove her from her post and its broader implications for U.S. governance. Isabela and Vanessa unpack the allegations, court rulings, market reactions, and political motivations surrounding the first-ever attempt to oust a Federal Reserve governor. This episode covers why this case matters for monetary policy, institutional norms, and the credibility of the Federal Reserve at a pivotal moment in American politics.

    11 min
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We break down complex economic topics and explain why they matter for African-American, minority and women communities. Whether it’s the Federal Reserve’s independence, inflation trends, or fiscal policy shifts, BlackEcon101 connects the dots between macro‑level choices and micro‑level impact—on everyday lives, wallets, and wealth.

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