Volala: Volatility is the life of our party

Welcome to "Volala: Volatility is the life of our party," the podcast where economic enthusiasts and curious minds explore the intricate world of economics! Join Ayeh Bandeh-Ahmadi, former U.S. Treasury expert and founder of Volascope Labs, as she demystifies complex topics from quarterly market outlooks to today’s job market realities. With a blend of expertise and creativity, Ayeh shares her journey through the corridors of power to innovative economic tools. Tune in for lively discussions and discover how understanding economics can be both enlightening and entertaining!

Volala: Volatility is the life of our party is a technology podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 8 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  One Big Bill, A Lot of Fine Print: An Update on the Economic Numbers - Ep. 108

  Jun 3, 20251h 6mS0

  <p>Does Ayeh think the One Big Beautiful Bill will fix anything or just move the pain around?</p><p>This week, we dig into the One Big Beautiful Bill—a massive budget proposal that promises growth while quietly shifting costs, benefits, and uncertainty across the economy. Whether you’re trying to buy a home, pay down student loans, plan for retirement, or just make sense of where the economy is heading, this episode connects the dots.</p><p>We cover:</p><p>A $1,000 “baby bonus” and the new Trump Account for kids</p><p>Why some students could see loan bal...

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  #ItsEconomic: The Economics of DEI

  May 21, 20251h 18mS0

  <p>“When there’s a feeling, there’s a bottom line.”</p><p>While it’s easy to blame DEI budget cuts on politics, Ayeh argues they’re more a casualty of economic whiplash.</p><p>Between 2020 and 2025, wild swings—from pandemic stimulus to inflation to investor pressure—reshaped what companies can fund and what they expect in return. Many DEI programs weren’t built to weather that volatility.</p><p>But those same shifts have opened up new opportunities for diversity strategies that align with today’s tighter budgets, workforce changes, and bottom-line pressures.</p><p>🎙️ In this #ItsEconomic edition of Volala: Volati...

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  Pressure Points: Tariffs, Treasuries, and Tacos

  Apr 17, 20251h 7mS0

  <p>In this listener-fueled episode, Jenni and Ayeh skip the script and dive into the economic questions buzzing in inboxes, group chats, and grocery store checkout lines alike. If it feels like policy is being made on the fly, that's because... it kind of is.</p><p>From tariff whiplash to unexpected stock market rebounds, we unpack the pressure points shaping today’s economic reality—and what might come next.</p><p>You’ll hear:</p><p>Why the US Treasury market proved it was the big boss in policymaking this week</p><p>What signals to watch for and when i...

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  Into the Fog: Tariffs, Inflation, and What’s Next - Ep. 105

  Apr 3, 202554 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Volala, we unpack the economic "dense fog" that’s clouding business and consumer decision-making in 2025. From spiking inflation expectations to surprising shifts in jobs data, tariffs making everything from solar panels to furniture more expensive, and a deep dive into why housing plays such a huge role in inflation—this one has it all.</p><p>You’ll hear why economists are worried about a possible recession, how businesses are reacting to policy uncertainty, and what history (specifically 2018) might tell us about what’s ahead. Plus, Ayeh breaks down how Fed rate hikes are driving up housi...

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  Navigating the New Battleground: How Economic Power Is Reshaping Our World - Ep. 104

  Mar 13, 20251h 30mS0

  <p>Ever feel like the economy has turned into one giant tug-of-war? In our latest Volala: Volatility is the Life of Our Party, we explore how everything from federal budget cuts to high-speed news cycles is changing the very meaning of “economic power”—both globally and right in our own communities.</p><p>Here’s a quick look at what’s on the menu:</p><p>• The Economy as the New Battleground </p><p>While conflicts on real battlefields remain a harsh reality, economic power has taken a leading role in today’s struggles—from trade negotiations and AI ownership battles to “debt...

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