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BONUS: US economy hits unchartered territory: full employment -- so why does it feel so bad?

Podcast: Newell Normand
Published: Jul 27, 2026
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Summary

The labor force is decreasing and so is our GDP, so while unemployment is at historic lows, the economy is 'in a bind,' per an expert. Here's the latest on that, plus Gen Z's astonishing savings habits and ways to save on utilities and travel.