Examining Trump’s Economy, Takeaways from Corporate & Government Mistakes, Sweden’s Modular Homes

Examining Trump’s Economy, Takeaways from Corporate & Government Mistakes, Sweden’s Modular Homes

February 27, 2026 · 48 min

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The episode discusses the state of Trump's economy, corporate and government mistakes, and the potential of modular homes to address housing affordability.

This week, President Trump says the economy is roaring, but Harvard’s Jason Furman says the economy is performing at a more slow and steady rate.. And, former Sony executive Michael Lynton revisits the mistake behind the cyberattack and what it reveals about leadership and human psychology. Plus, a former Treasury Secretary chief-of-staff reflects on a mistake that led to subpoenas, testimony, and lasting self-doubt. Later, as home prices soar and buyers age, can modular construction help restore affordability and revive the American dream? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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