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The Problem with U3 Unemployment Statistics
39:25 - 43:57 (04:32)
U3 unemployment statistics include people who have given up on finding work as well as those who are working part-time but want full-time work, leading some to criticize its accuracy.
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The U.S. is ranked 19th with an 11 rating and the speaker's tooth is still missing.
39:25 - 39:52 (00:26)
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The U.S. is ranked 19th with an 11 rating and the speaker's tooth is still missing.
ChapterThe Problem with U3 Unemployment Statistics
EpisodeSelects: What's the misery index?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The concept of the misery index has been used for decades to determine how unhappy and low the average citizen in a country is feeling, but there are critics who do not believe it can be used to make real predictions about the future of the economy.
39:52 - 41:17 (01:25)
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The concept of the misery index has been used for decades to determine how unhappy and low the average citizen in a country is feeling, but there are critics who do not believe it can be used to make real predictions about the future of the economy.
ChapterThe Problem with U3 Unemployment Statistics
EpisodeSelects: What's the misery index?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) uses six measurements of unemployment, with U6 being the broadest, taking into account people who have given up looking for work and those who are working part-time.
41:17 - 42:20 (01:03)
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) uses six measurements of unemployment, with U6 being the broadest, taking into account people who have given up looking for work and those who are working part-time. U3, being in the middle, is the most commonly used measurement.
ChapterThe Problem with U3 Unemployment Statistics
EpisodeSelects: What's the misery index?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
U2’s extravagant live shows, with giant spider spaceships and other gimmicks, have been a longstanding issue for fans.
42:20 - 43:57 (01:36)
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U2’s extravagant live shows, with giant spider spaceships and other gimmicks, have been a longstanding issue for fans. However, their recent concerts have returned to a more basic stage setup without sacrificing the cool visual element.