{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgross-domestic-problem.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fwhy-did-i-start-a-podcast-oMvY7u0z","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Why Did I Start a Podcast?","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/be457c03-46fc-41ea-80a2-70071f7b9cfa/ee49dcbe-7a5c-4857-9001-d026ebf94dc0/audio-20cover-20-20ep-207.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"","height":200,"description":"In this episode of Gross Domestic Problem, host William Glass shares his journey from a challenging childhood in a Florida trailer park to becoming an advocate for national debt awareness. Drawing from his personal experience with government assistance programs, William argues that the growing national debt threatens the very social safety net that enabled his own upward mobility. He uses powerful metaphors like the Titanic's iceberg and cites expert opinions to illustrate how the mounting debt poses a critical risk to national security, economic stability, and future generations. He also emphasizes that solving the debt crisis requires shared sacrifice, political will, and a comprehensive approach that includes responsible taxation, addressing mandatory spending, and protecting essential social programs. His key message is that inaction will disproportionately harm vulnerable communities, and immediate, thoughtful intervention is crucial to preserving economic opportunity for future generations. Don’t miss the “why” behind the GDP podcast. "}