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01.14.26 Travel Buyer Beware / Clarkonomics: The 2026 Growth Recession

Today Clark shares an important warning about booking travel - info that could save you from becoming stranded or banned from a major airline. Also - Taking into account our current K-shaped economy, a softening job market, and inflation projections, Clark explains the potential for a “growth recession”, and gives you the classic playbook for an uncertain economy.

Travel Booking Alert: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Survive The Growth Recession: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

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