"That is NOT metal!"

We’ve all heard it. The accusations of "posers," "selling out," and inauthenticity. But what if we told you that the unwritten, iron-clad rules of the metal subculture aren't just about music? What if they are actually a brutal, informal economic system?

On this episode of METALOMICS, we put the metal scene under the economic microscope. We explore the paradox of a subculture built on anti-commercialism that functions as a vibrant, regulated economy.

Economics is Metal!

Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mark of the Alter - Fait Accompli

Hosts: Josh Goddard & David Ingram

Producer: David Ingram

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In this episode, we take a macro look at the Metal Economy. By "following the money," we trace the industry's impact beyond just musicians and fans to the unsung economic contributors, from venue security and merch printers to the critical infrastructure of gas stations and American Legion halls. We break down the challenges of quantifying this ecosystem without reliable data and propose a theoretical approach to estimate the true global footprint of metal.

Economics is Metal!

Music: ⁠⁠Bone Crown - The Order

Hosts: Josh Goddard & David Ingram

Producer: David Ingram

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This episode we tackle Utility: the keystone concept explaining why consumers choose what they choose. What is utility? This discussion explores differing perspectives on the fundamental idea, digging into how economists model human desire with tools like indifference curves, preference maps, and the marginal rate of substitution. The episode also examines core assumptions (like "more is better") and the constraints that bind everyone, like the all-powerful budget constraint, to question if humans are simply "utility maximizers."

Economics is Metal!

Music: ⁠Darasuum⁠ - ⁠Drown⁠

Hosts: Josh Goddard & David Ingram

Producer: David Ingram

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How do you build a better world when you're still figuring out how to navigate this one? This podcast is a manual for the citizen economist in all of us. We're skipping the jargon and breaking it down barney style. In our first toolbox episode we'll arm you with the principles, theories, and tactics to navigate our complex world and start making a difference.

Economics is Metal!

Music: Arcturus Rising - Brand of Sacrifice & Dead God Rising

Hosts: Josh Goddard & David Ingram

Production: Frequency Factory

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It seems like a stupid question. The answer is cash, right? Well, no. Not really. Cash has only been around for a few hundred years. Besides, how much cash is in circulation compared to how much “money” is exchanged for goods and services without anyone ever seeing what has historically been regarded as a physical object? In this episode, we seek to understand a little bit more about the concept of money, where it came from, what it represents, and how it might evolve in the future.

Music: ⁠Crawling Through Tartarus - The Fall of Atlas

Hosts: Josh Goddard & David Ingram

Production: Frequency Factory

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Ever feel like the word "economics" is just a confusing jumble of charts, jargon, and endless debates? You're not alone! In this episode of Metalomics, hosts Josh Goddard and David Ingram dive into why this essential field often feels so impenetrable to the average person. We're cutting through the complexity to help you finally unpack what economics actually means, how it influences your daily life, and why it's used the way it is. Stop feeling lost in the conversation—tune in to demystify the dismal science and gain a clearer understanding of the forces shaping our world.

Music: Irah Nox - Three Layers of Black

Hosts: Josh Goddard & David Ingram

Production: Frequency Factory

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In the inaugural episode of Metalomics, Josh and David delve into the essence of economics, exploring its significance and relevance in our lives. They share insights on how understanding economics can empower you to navigate life with greater effectiveness.

Economics is Metal!

Hosts: Josh Goddard & David Ingram

Production: Frequency Factory

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⁠https://www.instagram.com/metalomics/