Alternative Visions with Jack Rasmus 1-9-26

Alternative Visions with Jack Rasmus 1-9-26

Author: Progressive Radio Network January 9, 2026 Duration: 57:01
Alternative Visions with Jack Rasmus 1-9-26

Tune in to Alternative Visions for a clear-eyed analysis of our turbulent economic times, hosted by economist Dr. Jack Rasmus. This isn't about surface-level financial news; it's a deep, structural examination of the persistent crises shaping both the U.S. and the world economy. Each episode digs into the root causes of instability, from shifting labor markets and debt dynamics to the disruptive forces of new technology and policy decisions. You'll hear a perspective that connects dots often left unconnected in mainstream discourse, offering a framework to understand not just what's happening, but why it matters for the future. Produced by the Progressive Radio Network, the podcast provides a consistent, critical voice in a landscape of rapid change, making complex economic forces accessible and relevant. For anyone trying to navigate the uncertainties of modern finance, work, and technology, these conversations are an essential resource.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 20

Alternative Visions
Podcast Episodes
Alternative Visions with Dr. Jack Rasmus - 2-6-26 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:53
Alternative Visions - 2-6-26 - Today's show discusses the contractions in asset markets this past week and the causes underlying and potential contagion across them: AI driven S&P500 and Nasdaq stock markets, Bitcoin & C…
Alternative Visions with Jack Rasmus - 1/30/26 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:45
Gold prices are accelerating, the US dollar falling, and Trump announces a new Fed chair who will lower Fed short term rates soon. What's the effect between all three? Will the gold bubble continue? Will the dollar conti…
Alternative Visions - 1/23/26 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:50
Trump's Tariffs, Greenland Grab, and WEF Speech The show today looks at the scope and actual results of Trump's tariffs over the past year. What are they really about. Next the latest in his grab of Greenland. What's in…
Alternative Visions with Dr. Jack Rasmus  1-16-26 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:27
Today's show reviews recent announcements re. Big US banks record profits, highest ever, the Federal Reserve attack by Trump, and the disappearing War Powers Act. Has Trump halted his plans to attack Iran? What now with…
Alternative Visions 1-2-26 - Predictions 2026 US Economy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:41
as a follow up to last show's 'Review of US Economy 2025', this week the show makes predictions where it's headed in 2026. Topics include US GDP for next year, jobs & unemployment, Inflation (CPI & PCE), Fed interest rat…
Alternative Visions - 2025 US Economy Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:00
Today's show reviews the performance of the US economy the past year. Topics covered include actual inflation, jobs and likely GDP numbers. Special focus on Trump's 2 main economic initiatives: the $5 trillion tax cut pa…