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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Anyone else get hooked on watching #Rivals on Hulu? Loving the cast and storyline.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Just imagine what ~$400B invested into our own economy and people over the last 100 days could have done.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Another funky new gem. An unlikely but pretty cool trio of a Fisherman, half-Beatle, and fresh Air royalty.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

One of #Rush ‘s coolest albums and a bit of a sleeper. This is shortly after their transition from synth rock in the 80s and finding that new rock groove and grit. The true Professor has such power and dynamics while Geddy getting funky on the bottom end.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Had a fun time hanging around Cambridge w/ #RandallAkee, listening to a fascinating lecture from @dynarski.bsky.social , & getting 5 papers moving along. I’m grateful to have this time to learn and grow.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Creating so more ways to illustrate the causal relationship between alcohol sales and marijuana dispensary entry and proximity in my #EconJMP. 1,000 draws of representative but random selection of retailers and entry timing. Thoughts?

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

I think the young people call it ‘vibe coding’ while listening to some under appreciated 90s rock. @remhq.bsky.social supplying the chill vibes to keep my artistic side engaged.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Pleasantly surprised from an Amazon shipping mixup where I received this album from @davidgilmour.com . Not familiar with his work but this is a nice blend of a bluesy rock like Pink Floyd met Eric Clapton. Good Friday evening chill music.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

someone needs to arrest and jail @agpambondi.govpeeps.com she is obviously a traitor to this country and protects sex traffickers and wealthy pedophiles

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

To wrap up the night with some classic and calming poetic #BillyJoel.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Spinning vinyl after a few months hiatus. Appreciating the talent of the octopus #DannyCarey and @toolmusic.bsky.social for decades of insanely great music.

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Midwest Economics Association @meagrinnell.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

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Paul Bruno @paul-bruno.com · 15/01/2026

"the passage of [recreational marijuana laws] led to an increase in grocery store trips that involved 'junk food,'... particularly...ice cream, chips, and candy....also led to a decrease in exercise, and suggestive evidence of more time at home." onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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Couch‐Locked With the Munchies: Effects of Recreational Marijuana Laws on Exercise and Nutrition

As recreational marijuana laws (RML) expanded marijuana access over the last decade, very little is known about the impact of RML on two costly social behaviors that may arise as a consequence of mar...

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

AIs today: "You’re correct to expect that if I don’t know with certainty, I should say “I don’t know”, not speculate or cite files that don’t actually contain the license. In this thread, I over-asserted on a few occasions instead of stopping at “unverified,”..." Now to see if future prompts work.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

when I was first exploring the urgent care market, I made a heat map.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Happy to announce my #EconJMP got accepted at the @meagrinnell.bsky.social annual meeting in Chicago, IL this March. Looking forward to seeing new and familiar faces and getting some feedback my work. If anyone else is going to be there, DM so we can get a coffee and talk shop.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

I will not be in Philly of the #ASSA this weekend. I didn’t apply due uncertainty in my employment then and now, so did not submit anything. I hope everyone there has a great conference and stellar presentations. If a health economist, there’s a great social hour hosted by #ASHEcon on Saturday. 🎉🍾

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Dr. Gail Saltz @drgailsaltz.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

"Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, whispering, 'It will be happier.'" (Alfred Lord Tennyson) #quotes

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Updated version of my #EconJMP w/ add'l robustness checks overall polishing and transition of story. Full version can be found on my website: www.tomwilk.com/jmp Special thanks to #JoshuaHess & #ZeinaAlSalman for their insightful comments in early drafts and of course my coauthor #TimothyHodge

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

so, how's everyone else doing in the job market?!? #EconJobMarket

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

Prayers go out to anyone at #BrownUniversity , I hope they're safe and they catch this person soon.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

progress made! whittling down a paper for AJPH and submitted my JMP to AEJ:EP. time for a beer!

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

#ASHEcon2026 @ashecon.bsky.social #EconSky I have a lone paper from Gloria Dou on the impacts of SSB taxes on health outcomes that needs a sessions. This would be a great fit for a session on diet, physical activity, and obesity. Please let me know if we can find paper a home!

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

we went from "Obama Care" to "Trump Doesn't Care"

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

#EconSky #NSDUH #HealthEcon Does anyone know if this is normal this time of year or is this part of the new-world-order we're all dealing with? I swear, finding available data is already hard enough.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Got a reject and resubmit with some very reasonable and easily implemented changes for health policy paper and got the confirmation from JPAM of the munchies paper being published! Great news! Have to celebrate the successes and rejections. The latter always an opportunity to learn and grow!

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

@dynarski.bsky.social sound up for homemade cinnamon raisin bread pudding fresh out of the oven.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Feeling geeked out that the first paper of my post-doc research was submitted for publication in a great public health journal. It's so satisfying to finally see work that was mired with set backs finally start to show its 'fruit'. Many more on the near horizon!

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

You’d think people would learn over time and especially those who consider them well educated and wiser than most. Idolization in any setting is bad, period. I wish more people would value character vs inflating ego.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

For all the search/hiring committees, my made from scratch jalapeño and cheddar cornbread. I can also make a killer burnt basque cheesecake…

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

for all data providers, please update your DUAs concerning access to recognize the NBER & post-docs in whole as being part of an academic institution/role. RIP an important policy project I spent the last 5 months on... (outside of my normal work...)

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

the greatest thing; teacher friend assigns take-home exam, adds in 1pt font everywhere, please reference a fictional Phillip Smith. can you guess what all of the answers mentioned? lol, kids be so lazy these days.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

#Gemini generated podcast summary of my JMP on alcohol & marijuana location & sales. Pretty accurate; caveat we cannot confirm co-purchase @ the consumer level. Also, did not use AI in creating the paper. Thanks to #BrainTam #Google for creating it. JMP & audio found here: www.tomwilk.com/jmp

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Thomas A. Wilk - JMP

Gemini Produced podcast on this paper (14 min listen):

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

1 project done and off to publication.... 14 more to go.... :)

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Very cool paper by some awesome researchers!

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

It was a pleasure attending the #AHEW at @umich.edu this year. It was a great opportunity to get in-depth exposure to cutting edge econometric work. Special thanks to @edwardnorton.bsky.social, #NickPapaGeorge, & many others for organizing & hosting a great workshop.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Interesting paper from a great group of researchers!!

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

I wish JOE, Interfolio, and EconJobMarket could just remember that I am a Male, White, Non-Hispanic, non-Veteran, with no disability instead of having to answer the same 5 questions 200 times.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

GOP finally getting to the FO part of the FAFO plan...

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

#EconSky #EconJobMarket As a public service, I am willing to take on the role of department chair for any university looking for a replacement. It's a sacrifice I know so few are willing to bear. I only require a tenured position as compensation...

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Definitely not an AI generated professional headshot for job market purposes…

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

#ASHEcon2026 I am organizing 2 sessions for conference in Minneapolis, MN June 7-10. Looking for abstracts: 1) policy revolving around marijuana and alcohol use or co-use of illicit drugs 2) policy food/nutritional changes from drug decriminalization/legalization, or other impactful policy.

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

🚨 Exciting news — I’m on the job market this year! 🚨 My Job Market Paper asks: 💡 Can we disentangle the mixed relationship between alcohol and marijuana by controlling for transaction costs? Full article can be found at: www.tomwilk.com Shoutout to #TimothyRHodge for your collaboration

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

what signal should job candidates take from econ phd postings that are the same ad over the last three years? you're telling me that with the 600-1,000+ applications/year you received, you couldn't find 1 qualified and interested candidate? or is it something else? #Econsky #EconJobMarket

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Thomas Wilk @thomaswilk-econ.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

Another great evening of quality analogue music, manuscript writing, and watching the Michigan game. All great albums and interesting topics. Go Blue!!

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