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Economics Explained

Economics Explained
China
European Union
GDP
United States
Corruption
Economy
Economic Growth
Tourism
Economics
India
Artificial Intelligence
Democratic Republic Of the Congo
Real Estate Market
Housing Market
Canada
Sovereign Wealth Fund
Norway
Nobel Prize In Economics
California
Germany

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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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)
Professor Billeri
A respected economist based at the University of Bocconi
University of Bocconi
Episode: Something Terrible Is Happening in Italy

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • A+++

    Amazing show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B to the o 907
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great content but excessive ads

    An ad every few minutes halfway through the presenter’s sentence at double the volume. Makes it unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    5amu3ru
    Australia3 months ago
  • Audio imbalances

    Ad breaks seem to be placed entirely randomly (including mid-word) and are severely imbalanced with and much louder than the rest of the recording. Ouch.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Don'tStopBelieving
    United States4 months ago
  • Used to be good

    It’s not anymore, perhaps it’s me… but I doubt it

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nick Kinney
    United States4 months ago
  • Interesting

    It’s an interesting podcast, but the new dynamic ad insertion is brutal, cutting in at increased volume, in the middle of a sentence.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    The Ether Net
    Australia4 months ago

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Strong takes on AI, inequality, and global macro topics are consistently praised for accessibility and relevance.
Listeners appreciate data-driven, explanatory style and clear policy context.
Critiques focus on speaking pace and thoroughness rather than content quality.
Ads and pacing receive mixed feedback, with some calling out ad placement and volume as distracting.

Chart Rankings

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Spotify
#38
United Kingdom/Business
Apple Podcasts
#118
United Kingdom/Business
Spotify
#44
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#170
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#224
France/Business
Apple Podcasts
#97
South Africa/Business

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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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