
Tune into the Backstory Podcast with hosts Riccardo Di Cato, Aakash Bhalothia, Santiago Cantillo, and Maddison Erbabian for a deep dive into the behind-the-scenes process of economic research. Each episode unpacks the hidden journey from a paper's conception to its publication, sharing the challenges and triumphs scholars face along the way. Conceptualized by Paul Niehaus and brought to life by UC... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 42 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Mikey speaks with Lauren Falcao Bergquist, an assistant professor of economics and global affairs at Yale. Lauren talks about how and why she studies agriculture in developing countries, the challenges that entails, and how she and her co-authors ove... more
Precious speaks with Paul Christian, an Economist in the Development Impact (DIME) Department at the World Bank, whose research explores how agricultural and food security programs can better target and manage irrigation and subsidy projects across t... more
Santiago speaks with Dean Spears, a Professor at University of Texas at Austin. Dean shares the backstory of his new book with Michael Geruso. He tells us how he bridges working across economics, demography and ethics and why he thinks we should all ... more
Join Maddison as she speaks with Madeline McKelway, an Assistant Professor of Economics at Dartmouth College. Maddie shares the backstory behind her paper with Namrata Kala, "The Power of Persuasion: Causal Effects of Household Communication on Women... more
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The podcast offers an engaging exploration of the intricate process behind the creation of economic research papers, providing listeners with a unique understanding of the academic journey from idea to publication. It features in-depth conversations with various experts in the field of economics, including economists and professors who share their insights, experiences, and the challenges they face in their research endeavors. Each episode not only highlights specific research findings but also delves into the methodologies and collaborative efforts that underpin these academic works, making it particularly appealing for those interested in economics and research methodologies.
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