Link: https://www.marketplace.org/shows/marketplace/what-a-coronavirus-recession-would-look-like/
In the U.S. economy, we experience business cycles so after a large economic boom, there is always a recession. Economists believe it is possible we are heading into a “V” recession due to corporate defaults, bankruptcies, and layoffs. This podcasts also addresses issues such as the discrepancies in internet access, stockpiling groceries, and the current state of the stock market.
Original Air Date: March 17, 2020
Length: 25 minutes 43 seconds
Discussion Prompt: What are the differences between L, V, U, and W shaped recessions? What are the other indicators of each “shape” recession?
Discussion Prompt: With schools taking up remote learning, what can be done to bridge the gap to allow equal access to the internet?
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