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Economics Explained

Economics Explained
Bhutan
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China
European Union
Hydroelectric Power
Himalayas
India
Tourism
Gross National Happiness
World Happiness Report
Nepal
Italy
Texas
North Korea
California
International Country Risk Guide
Corruption
Grease the Wheels Hypothesis
USA
Brexit

On Economics Explained, we take a look at interesting countries, policies, and decisions from the point of view of an economist. The world is an interesting place and we hope to uncover some of this intrigue in our short, informative podcasts.

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Professor Billeri
A well-respected economist from the University of Bocconi, known for insights into Italy's economic challenges.
University of Bocconi
Episode: Have Europe's Great Powers Given Up?
Bill Gates
Co-founder of Microsoft
Microsoft
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Rana Foroohar
Business columnist and associate editor of Financial Times, economic analyst for CNN
Financial Times and CNN
Episode: How The Finance Industry Destroys Economies
Daron Acemoglu
Economist and author, notable for his work on political economy and institutions
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Episode: The 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics: Explained
Simon Johnson
Economist and co-author, known for his analyses on economic structures and policies
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Episode: The 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics: Explained
James A. Robinson
Economist and co-author recognized for his research on institutions and economic development
Harvard University
Episode: The 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics: Explained
Jane Perles
Longtime foreign correspondent and former Beijing Bureau Chief for the New York Times
Episode: The World's Poorest Country is Sitting on $24 Trillion
Jean-Edouard Collier
A financial regulation professor from HEC Paris and former economics policy advisor for the European Central Bank
HEC Paris
Episode: Do Bank Failures Always Cause Recessions? (SVB)

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Ads

    Why are the YouTube ads part of the recording??

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    WReviewsLondon
    United Kingdom5 days ago
  • Awful editing

    My only issue is that there is no editing. Advertisements are crammed in mid sentence. Unlistenable. Might as well be AM radio.

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    ChgoLaw67
    United States6 days ago
  • Editing issue?

    Want to continue listening, but recent episode was plagued with multiple ads interrupting narrator mid-sentence. May revisit in future

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    Professor Vornoff
    United States7 days ago
  • Machine-gun narration is tiring!

    The never-take-a-breathe between sentences, race-to-the finish narration tires you out and you cannot absorb the facts. Slow it down.

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    bangkok1103
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Oleg
    3 months ago

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Something Terrible Is Happening in Italy
Q: What is the perspective on the brain drain of graduates from Italy?
Professor Billeri highlights that Italy is a net sender of graduates, which is a problem for the Italian economy and emphasizes the need for better opportunities to retain talent.
Why Africa Is Still Poor - Exclusive Interview with Daron Acemoglu
Q: Why is it that institutions have failed so frequently in Africa?
The historical process, including colonialism and individual leadership choices, has significantly shaped Africa's institutional landscape, leading to widespread challenges in building effective governance.
Germany's Unexpected Economic Crisis
Q: Why could this actually be a good thing for Germany?
Germany could leverage its reputation for high-quality manufacturing by shifting towards service-oriented roles rather than competing in low-cost production.
Germany's Unexpected Economic Crisis
Q: Why is this happening now?
The energy crisis and power reliance, combined with a competitive external market, have reached a tipping point for Germany's industrial sector.
Germany's Unexpected Economic Crisis
Q: Why are economists predicting the end of Germany's industrial dominance?
Economists believe it is due to an aging workforce, reliance on cheap energy imports, and increased competition from countries like China.

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What is Economics Explained about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Global economics and policy themes are explored through concise, data-informed discussions of current events, opposing growth trajectories, and institutional reforms. Recent episodes touch on China's slowing growth and shifting manufacturing, housing affordability and its social impact, pension system sustainability, and the political economy of energy, technology, and work. A standout pattern is rigorous analysis of tradeoffs in policy choices, with frequent references to real-world reforms and their implications for households, businesses, and national competitiveness. The format tends to be tight, with a preference for clear explanations of complex issues, though listener feedback often calls for slower pacing and less aggressive ad paci... more

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