<p>In this episode of Comedian vs Economist, Adam and Thomas discuss various economic topics, including the upcoming tax season and the importance of accountants, the current state of New Zealand's housing market, manufacturing costs in relation to the US, and the shifting approval ratings of Trump among young voters.</p><br><p>They explore how these factors interconnect and their implications for the economy. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the resilience of the U.S. economy post-COVID, highlighting its growth compared to other regions.</p><br><p>They delve into rising obesity rates in OECD countries, particularly in the U.S., and the implications for public health. The discussion shifts to Hollywood's decline in film production and the impact of technology on the industry. Finally, they explore concerns surrounding AI, particularly regarding misinformation and job losses, contrasting the views of the general population with those of AI experts.</p><br><p><strong>Comedian v Economist is now on YouTube! </strong> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cvepodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe here</a> &lt; Watch the episodes in full and you'll get to see the charts and data from each episode.</p><br><p>If your life isn’t complete without charts, then you need to follow the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cvepodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Comedian V Economist instagram</a>.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>