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EconTalk: Conversations for the Curious is an award-winning weekly podcast hosted by Russ Roberts of Shalem College in Jerusalem and Stanford's Hoover Institution. The eclectic guest list includes authors, doctors, psychologists, historians, philosophers, economists, and more. Learn how the health care system really works, the serenity that comes from humility, the challenge of interpreting data, ... more

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Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been dragging Saudi Arabia into the modern world over the last decade. Journalist and author Karen Elliott House lays out the Saudi leader's motivations, hopes, and contradictions. Listen as she and EconTalk's Rus... more

How did an industry survive a technology that should have made it obsolete? Aled Maclean-Jones explains to EconTalk's Russ Roberts how Japanese quartz watches nearly wiped out Swiss watchmaking with cheaper, more accurate alternatives--and how the Sw... more

What does war look like when fought under the harshest scrutiny? Veteran soldier and military researcher Andrew Fox talks about his first-hand experience in Gaza with EconTalk's Russ Roberts. He and Roberts explore the challenges of reporting and und... more

Author Daniel Coyle talks with EconTalk's Russ Roberts on the art of flourishing: why it's a natural phenomenon rather than mechanical; how taking life's "yellow doors"--or detours from a straight, expected path--is often the key to a flourishing lif... more

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Karen Elliott House
Journalist and author, focusing on Saudi Arabia and Mohammed bin Salman.
Episode: The Man Who Would Be King of Saudi Arabia (with Karen Elliott House)
Aled Maclean-Jones
Writer and author of the essay 'The Survival of Swiss Watches'
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Episode: Seiko, Swatch, and the Swiss Watch Industry (with Aled Maclean-Jones)
Andrew Fox
Former British Army officer and conflict researcher
Henry Jackson Society
Episode: A Military Analysis of Israel's War in Gaza (with Andrew Fox)
Daniel Coyle
Author and consultant, known for his insights on learning and growth
Author of 'Flourish: The Art of Building Meaning, Joy and Fulfillment'
Episode: How to Flourish (with Daniel Coyle)
Rachel Cockerell
Author of The Melting Point, Family, Memory, and the Search for a Promised Land
Episode: Zionism, the Melting Pot, and the Galveston Project (with Rachel Cockerell)
David Bessis
Mathematician and author, known for his book Mathematica
Episode: Nature, Nurture, and Identical Twins (with David Bessis)
Rebecca Newberger Goldstein
Philosopher and author known for exploring themes of identity and human connection
Episode: The Mattering Instinct (with Rebecca Newberger Goldstein)
Anna Gat
Founder and CEO of Interintellect and host of The Hope Axis
Interintellect
Episode: Conversation, Interintellect, and Arcadia (with Anna Gat)
Gerd Gigerenzer
Psychologist and author.
Max Planck Institute for Human Development
Episode: In Defense of Intuition (with Gerd Gigerenzer)

Host

Russ Roberts
Host of in-depth conversations that explore complex economic, social, and philosophical topics with diverse guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.4k ratings
  • Infinity

    Russ, Datsun/Nissan have a luxury brand in Infinity. Just saying.

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    #puppypundit
    United States13 days ago
  • No

    Nononono

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    Rachelnallen_
    United Kingdom14 days ago
  • Zionist Israeli propaganda. Every episode is just kissing Israel's butt.

    Podcast Addict
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    Kodiak62
    21 days ago
  • A stand out podcast the world needs

    I found Econtalks only recently and have been blown away by the quality and insight. Russ is amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jamez1971
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • One of my all time faves

    Russ is such a thoughtful host. He knows how to guide the conversation in authentic and interesting directions, and has some fantastic guests. Always worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    soewnz
    Canada3 months ago

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Many praise the variety of guests and topics, often reflecting on how these conversations change their perspectives on economics and society.

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A Military Analysis of Israel's War in Gaza (with Andrew Fox)
Q: What was your impression of Israeli soldiers and their understanding of their mission?
I was struck by the unity of purpose among Israeli soldiers; they all understood the importance of their mission despite no one wanting to be there.
A Military Analysis of Israel's War in Gaza (with Andrew Fox)
Q: What have you learned from your experiences regarding the IDF's approach and how does it compare to other militaries?
The IDF operates with a citizen army structure which creates a flat command hierarchy, empowering soldiers to make decisions based on their ground experiences.
The Mattering Instinct (with Rebecca Newberger Goldstein)
Q: What are the ways in which people find mattering appeased?
Goldstein describes four strategies: Transcendent Mattering, Social Mattering, Competitive Mattering, and Heroic Striving Mattering.
The Mattering Instinct (with Rebecca Newberger Goldstein)
Q: What is the mattering instinct?
The mattering instinct is the longing to matter, which Goldstein argues is central to human identity and societal behavior.
In Defense of Intuition (with Gerd Gigerenzer)
Q: What is the bias bias?
The bias bias is the temptation to see biases everywhere, even if there are none.

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

This podcast features thought-provoking conversations that span a wide array of topics, from the nuances of consciousness to the intricacies of economic systems. Guests include a diverse mix of experts such as economists, psychologists, authors, and historians, which enriches the discussions with various perspectives and insights. Episodes often tackle pressing societal issues and the underlying principles that govern human behavior in both individual and collective contexts, making it a compelling resource for listeners interested in understanding the complexities of life and society. Noteworthy is the host's ability to foster engaging dialogues that are both informative and accessible, appealing to a curious audience eager for deeper unde... more

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2. Aled Maclean-Jones
3. Andrew Fox
4. Daniel Coyle
5. Rachel Cockerell
6. David Bessis
7. Rebecca Newberger Goldstein
8. Anna Gat

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