In this episode of Wheel With It Podcast, Devon Wieters sits down with economist and commentator Crom Carmichael to tackle one of today’s biggest challenges: the affordability crisis.
From rising housing costs to everyday expenses that are squeezing families across America, Crom breaks down what’s really driving inflation — and what practical solutions could actually help restore economic stability.
They explore how government policy, workforce trends, and personal responsibility intersect, plus what needs to change to make independence and opportunity achievable for everyone.
If you care about housing, inflation, and real-world economic solutions, this conversation delivers insight you won’t hear on mainstream news.
🎙 Topics include:
• Why affordability feels worse than ever
• The hidden drivers of inflation
• Housing supply vs. housing demand
• Policy mistakes that hurt working families
• Paths toward sustainable economic growth
• What individuals can do right now
00:00 – Welcome & episode overview
01:12 – Meet Crom Carmichael
03:05 – What’s really causing the affordability crisis
06:40 – Housing costs and supply shortages
10:18 – Inflation explained in plain English
14:42 – How government policy impacts everyday families
18:55 – Workforce challenges and productivity
22:30 – Personal responsibility vs. systemic issues
26:10 – Practical steps toward economic stability
30:05 – What must change to restore opportunity
33:40 – Final thoughts from Crom
36:00 – Closing remarks & where to follow
Connect with Crom:
https://cromcarmichael.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@FromOurGeneration
https://substack.com/@cromcarmichael
Connect with Devon/ the show:
https://linktr.ee/wheelwithitpod
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