EPISODE · Sep 19, 2025 · 1H 9M
Episode 4: The Forgotten Man, AI, Tariffs, and the Future of Economics | Between Lines and Lands
from Between Lines and Lands · host Shakil
In this episode of Between Lines and Lands, Shakil Ahmad and Towheed Elahi dive into the timeless idea of the “Forgotten Man” — the average taxpayer who bears the hidden costs of policies. From William Graham Sumner to Henry Hazlitt, we connect classical economic thought to today’s challenges.We explore:The Forgotten Man and why he still matters in modern economicsProduction vs. employment — what truly drives growthAI and automation — hype, risks, and long-term sustainabilityTariffs and protectionism in industries like electric vehiclesGlobal challenges: climate change, demographics, and cooperationInflation, profit, and the role of government in public goodsThe future of minimum wage policies and market impactsJoin us for a critical conversation that blends history, policy, and the economic realities shaping our world.
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In this episode of Between Lines and Lands, Shakil Ahmad and Towheed Elahi dive into the timeless idea of the “Forgotten Man” — the average taxpayer who bears the hidden costs of policies. From William Graham Sumner to Henry Hazlitt, we connect classical economic thought to today’s challenges.We explore:The Forgotten Man and why he still matters in modern economicsProduction vs. employment — what truly drives growthAI and automation — hype, risks, and long-term sustainabilityTariffs and protectionism in industries like electric vehiclesGlobal challenges: climate change, demographics, and cooperationInflation, profit, and the role of government in public goodsThe future of minimum wage policies and market impactsJoin us for a critical conversation that blends history, policy, and the economic realities shaping our world.
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