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The Institute of Economic Affairs podcast examines some of the pressing issues of our time. Featuring some of the top minds in Westminster and beyond, the IEA podcast brings you weekly commentary, analysis, and debates. insider.iea.org.uk

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, IEA Executive Director Tom Clougherty interviews Grover Norquist, founder and president of Americans for Tax Reform. The conversation covers the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, which has transformed American... more

In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, Callum Price, Director of Communications, is joined by Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director, and Daniel Freeman, Managing Editor, to discuss Rachel Reeves’ latest budget. The conversation examines w... more

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs video, Lord Frost, incoming IEA Director General, delivers his immediate reaction to Rachel Reeves’ first budget as Chancellor. Lord Frost examines how the budget pushes Britain’s tax burden to its highest level ... more

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Read the full paper here: iea.org.uk/publications/2025-budget-briefing-tax-policy-preview-options-and-possible-impacts/

With Chancellor Rachel Reeves set to deliver her Autumn Budget on Wednesday 26th November, IEA Economics Fellow Julian Je... more

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Recent Guests

Jacob Mchangama
Executive director for the Future of Free Speech, professor at Vanderbilt University, and senior fellow at FIRE
Future of Free Speech
Episode: Free Speech is Not Right or Left | Jacob Mchangama | IEA Podcast
Dr. Nima Sanandaji
Swedish author, researcher, and public policy scholar focused on entrepreneurship and welfare reform
European Center for Entrepreneurship and Policy Reform
Episode: The Truth About Scandinavian "Socialism" | IEA Interview
Kit Kowol
Author and academic researcher with a DPhil from Oxford.
Institue of Economic Affairs
Episode: Britain Has Changed Forever: Lessons from 1945 | Kit Kowol | IEA Live
Lord David Frost
Incoming Director General and Ralph Harris Fellow at the Institute of Economic Affairs
Institute of Economic Affairs
Episode: Why Britain's Economy Is Broken - Incoming IEA Director General Lord David Frost | IEA Interview
Deirdre McCloskey
One of the world's most influential liberal thinkers and currently the Isaiah Berlin Chair in Liberal Thought at the Cato Institute.
Cato Institute
Episode: Freedom or Welfare State? Deirdre McCloskey on the Liberal Choice | IEA Interview
Axel Kaiser
Best-selling author and president of the Think Tank Foundation for Progress in Chile
Foundation for Progress
Episode: Argentina's Economic Revolution: Milei Wins
Lord Toby Young
Journalist, author, and social commentator who founded the Free Speech Union
Free Speech Union
Episode: 30 People Arrested Daily for Speech Crimes in the UK | Toby Young
Len Shackleton
Head of Labour Economics
Institute of Economic Affairs
Episode: Why Wealth Taxes Don't Work | IEA Podcast
Professor Bas van Bavel
Distinguished Professor at the University of Utrecht, expert in medieval economy and state formation
University of Utrecht
Episode: Market Economies Through History: Why They Rise and Fall | IEA Interviews

Hosts

Callum Price
Director of Communications and host of the discussions surrounding economic and policy issues, facilitating conversations with experts and thought leaders.
Daniel Freeman
Managing Editor at the Institute of Economic Affairs, leading discussions and analyses on pressing economic topics through the podcast format.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • Great content, terrible production

    The recent Peter Hitchens and Chris Snowdon episode was unlistenable as are many others. Such a shame because the content is excellent. Keep up the good work but please employ a decent sound technician!

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    Tomwoodhams
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Good content awful audio quality.

    Difficult to listen to. Invest in half reasonable microphones would be my advice.

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    3
    hfffhddhjjgs
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • 👎

    Psychopathic chat from a very shady organisation.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tremelling
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Cracking podcast for libertarians

    30 minute bite size chunks about a different policy area each week. Always something different and not always unanimous views. But mainly in the free market direction.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave's_Penguin_Army
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Great

    One of the few UK centric libertarian leaning podcasts. As others have said, I wish there were some more longer form interviews. Oh, and less content on the “nanny state”.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kyussmondo
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Some concerns regarding audio quality have been raised, with suggestions for improved technical production to enhance listener experience.
The podcast is seen as a valuable resource for those interested in free market economics, often described as a thought-provoking and informative listen.
Many find it to be one of the few platforms offering UK-centric libertarian perspectives, hence attracting a niche audience with specific interests in economic policy.
Listeners commend the insightful content and the range of expert guests, often highlighting the frequency and depth of discussion on economic issues.

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The Truth About Scandinavian "Socialism" | IEA Interview
Q: What reforms would you suggest for improving welfare outcomes in European countries?
Shift towards models like those seen in Malta and Ireland; implement education policies focusing on school choice and vocational training.
The Truth About Scandinavian "Socialism" | IEA Interview
Q: What is the link between economic growth and tax rates, particularly in relation to welfare outcomes?
Countries with lower tax rates tend to experience higher rates of GDP growth and better welfare outcomes due to increased private sector activity and incentives for individuals.
Building Brexit: Inside Vote Leave with Campaign Director Lord Matthew Elliott
Q: When setting up your venture in the UK, do you find the challenges of setting up a policy venture in the UK different from those in the US or Brussels?
The US has more funding and flexibility, making it simpler to set up ventures, while in the UK, it's relatively harder due to less monetary support.
Building Brexit: Inside Vote Leave with Campaign Director Lord Matthew Elliott
Q: What are some bad things and good things about Stammer's Employment Rights Bill?
The Bill could tie up companies with red tape, making them hesitant to hire risky candidates which may include ex-offenders and the long-term sick.
Britain Has Changed Forever: Lessons from 1945 | Kit Kowol | IEA Live
Q: Why the title? Why Blue Jerusalem?
It relates to Labour's promise of a 'new Jerusalem', while exploring the Conservative response to that vision.

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