What's the real chicken-and-egg problem here? Did soaring egg prices spark the broader affordability crisis, or was inflation already squeezing household budgets before grocery aisles felt the shock? Three seasoned economic observers dig into this question on "Checks and Balance." They break down the timeline, challenge conventional narratives, and explore whether commodity spikes are symptoms or catalysts. A worthwhile listen for anyone tracking how inflation reshapes consumer behavior and market dynamics.