Recession Briefing 6.11

What you need to know today to survive and thrive in the recession.

Many strip clubs are shedding their upscale trappings and catering to a thriftier clientele by offering less expensive drinks and waiving cover charges. (Wall Street Journal)

A Florida man has turned a 77-square-foot closet into his home, thus reducing his rent to $150 per month. (WPTV)

The Undies Indicator: During a recession, men’s underwear is among the first things that people stop buying. When underwear sales increase, it should signal an uptick in consumer demand. (CNBC)…