Since the pandemic, the US economy has been resilient – but a weakening labor market and stubborn inflation have some experts concerned. We hear from two job seekers about their struggles and look at whether certain ‘recession indicators’ are actually worth worrying about. 
Guests: Elie Bryan, Amy Suman, &amp; Diane Swonk, KPMG Chief Economist 
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Host/Producer: David Rind 
Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 
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The Shutdown is Already Hurting Americans. It’s About to Get Worse.

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You’ve been overwhelmed with headlines all week – what's worth a closer look? One Thing takes you beyond the headlines and helps make sense of what everyone is talking about. Host David Rind talks to experts, reporters on the front lines and the real people impacted by the news about what they've learned – and why it matters.