Iran War Will Cost Every Household $50,000
Iran War Will Cost Every Household $50,000  
Podcast: Prof G Markets
Published On: Tue Apr 21 2026
Description: Ed Elson speaks with Justin Wolfers to unpack the latest developments in the war, including what the ceasefire really means and how to interpret the Defense Department’s proposed budget. Then, Rich Greenfield joins the show to analyze Netflix’s post-earnings stock drop and assess how Disney’s new CEO is performing. Finally, Ed explains why AI’s growing backlash may be less about technology, and more about rising wealth inequality. Justin Wolfers is a Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the University of Michigan. Rich Greenfield is the Co-Founder and TMT Analyst at LightShed Partners.  Get your tickets to the Prof G Markets tour  Subscribe to the Prof G Markets Youtube Channel  Check out our latest Prof G Markets newsletter Follow Prof G Markets on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram, X and Substack Follow Scott on Instagram Send us your questions or comments by emailing Markets@profgmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices