Why Stagflation Is Reshaping the Public Library System

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Why Stagflation Is Reshaping the Public Library System

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For episode 100, Lucas and Luna explore how stagflation is quietly squeezing America's public libraries. With inflation at 4.5% and local government budgets tightening, libraries face higher costs for books, energy, and staffing—while demand surges as patrons seek free internet, job-search help, and cooling centers. Lucas breaks down the numbers: real library funding has fallen 8% since 2021, circulation is up 15%, and programming attendance is at record highs. Luna spotlights a surprising case: the Denver Public Library system, which cut weekday hours by 20% even as foot traffic jumped 30%. They discuss how libraries are adapting—partnering with workforce development programs, leaning into digital lending, and hosting financial literacy workshops—and what this says about the broader economy. #Stagflation #PublicLibraries #LocalGovernment #Inflation #BudgetCuts #LibraryFunding #DigitalLending #WorkforceDevelopment #FinancialLiteracy #DenverPublicLibrary #LibraryHours #CoolingCenters #JobSearch #Circulation #Programming #Economics #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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