Asking 'How Much' When We Should Be Asking 'Why?' — April 6, 2026
Join Sam Kem, senior economic research analyst at CFC, as she examines the origins of economics and questions whether today's economists are just custodians of data or architects of ideas.
Mentioned on the show:
Mentioned on the show:
- From Philosopher to Technocrat: Economists Have Evolved
- Uncovering Hidden Flaws in 250 Years of US Worker Data
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Sam Kem
Sam Kem is a senior economic research analyst at CFC, where she is responsible for the management and creation of economic research, writing and presentation materials for internal and external audiences. See Sam's full bio at https://www.nrucfc.coop/content/solutions/en/author/sam-kem.html.