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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	697	Founded	11 years ago
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Jeffry Frieden: The Cost of Geoeconomic Coercion

As geopolitical tensions rise, countries like to flex their economic muscle. But as appealing as they might be, sanctions, tariffs, and export bans come at a price. Jeffry Frieden is a professor of international and public affairs and political scien... more

23 Jun 2026 • 19 min

Trade among Geopolitical Rivals: Michele Ruta

Increased trade integration between economic superpowers shaped our globalized world, but that world we've known for the past three decades is becoming increasingly fragmented. What happens to those trade relationships when countries disengage? Miche... more

11 Jun 2026 • 21 min • Most popular

Nationalizations Get Another Look: Nicholas Mulder

State-owned enterprises have long been viewed by economists as a bad idea due to proven inefficiencies and mismanagement. But is handing over key resources and industries to the private sector really the answer? Economic historian Nicholas Mulder say... more

4 Jun 2026 • 17 min

Gracelin Baskaran on the Race for Minerals

The recent scramble for the minerals that go into our electric vehicles, solar panels, and defense systems has exposed vulnerabilities in the supply chains. Mineral markets are complex, spanning dozens of materials found around the world, but the rea... more

29 May 2026 • 21 min

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Recent Guests

Michele Ruta

IMF, Division Chief in Strategy, Policy and Review Department

Episode: Trade among Geopolitical Rivals: Michele Ruta

Nicholas Mulder

Professor of History at Cornell University, expert on geo-economics

Cornell University

Episode: Nationalizations Get Another Look: Nicholas Mulder

Gracelin Baskaran

Director, Critical Minerals Security Program, Center for Strategic and International Studies

CSIS

Episode: Gracelin Baskaran on the Race for Minerals

Josh Lipsky

Founding director of the GeoEconomics Center at the Atlantic Council

Atlantic Council

Episode: Geoeconomics Revisited: Josh Lipsky and Matteo Maggiori

Matteo Maggiori

Professor of Finance at Stanford University, co-director of the Global Capital Allocation Project

Stanford University

Episode: Geoeconomics Revisited: Josh Lipsky and Matteo Maggiori

Barry Eichengreen

Professor of Economics and Political Science, University of California, Berkeley

UC Berkeley, IMF (guest)

Episode: Barry Eichengreen and Chima Simpson-Bell on Currencies that Shine

Chima Simpson-Bell

Economist in IMF Africa Department

IMF

Episode: Barry Eichengreen and Chima Simpson-Bell on Currencies that Shine

Eswar Prasad

Professor of Economics, Cornell University; Senior Fellow, Brookings Institution; Author

Cornell University; Brookings Institution

Episode: Eswar Prasad on Escaping the Doom Loop

Christoph Rosenberg

Economist and former Deputy Director in the IMF Communications Department

IMF

Episode: Taxing Bad Habits: Christoph Rosenberg

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Bruce Edwards

Host of IMF Podcasts, with longstanding involvement in IMFPod discussions and macroeconomics.

Rhoda Metcalfe

Journalist and co-host with focus on IMF-related economics and policy discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 175 ratings

Excellent discussion
An excellent discussion of aging on the global economic growth outlook
Apple Podcasts
5
Fabulous-user1
Australia9 months ago
Interesting research on real problems
So much important research tackling real-world problems.
Apple Podcasts
4
somethjng else
United States3 years ago
Good
Podcast Addict
5
DaniDani
4 years ago
Good
Podcast Addict
5
Dani
4 years ago
Please get rid of the background music
I really appreciate the IMF‘s podcast but I find the background music deeply disturbing. It distracts from the content and is just unnecessary. Please get rid of it, especially the bits that overlay the conversation. Thank you!
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Beirutalumni
Germany5 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall positive reception with praise for clarity and depth, though a few criticisms about pacing or production.

High-quality guests from IMF and major economic institutions frequently provide actionable macro insights.

Some critics feel content can be IMF-centric and wish for broader international perspectives.

Thoughtful, expert-led discussions on global economics that are accessible for professionals and informed listeners.

Guests are credible, topics timely, and discussions useful for understanding policy implications.

Concise episodes with strong guest insights; great for keeping up with macro trends during commutes.

The show is seen as a valuable window into global economic research and policy debates.

Some listeners want less background music and more data-driven analysis.

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Apple Podcasts	#135	Spain/Business
Apple Podcasts	#247	Ukraine/Business

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Geoeconomics Revisited: Josh Lipsky and Matteo Maggiori

Q: What is economic statecraft, and how does GeoEconomics encompass both coercive and positive tools?

Economic statecraft is the toolkit of GeoEconomics, including sanctions, export controls, tariffs, and, importantly, positive tools like development lending and balance of payments support provided by the IMF/World Bank, which help stabilize economies and foster growth rather than merely coercing behavior.

Nationalizations Get Another Look: Nicholas Mulder

Q: What should investors watch for as national security concerns shape ownership in the coming years?

Investors should monitor regulatory changes, diversification across multiple markets, and potential joint ventures that align with host-country security policies, ensuring they plan for shifts in governance and avoid overexposure to a single market.

Nationalizations Get Another Look: Nicholas Mulder

Q: Are there sectors where state ownership clearly outperforms privatization, and others where the opposite is true?

Yes—electricity distribution, transport, and water can justify public provision due to public goods and natural monopolies, while sectors with high competition benefits from private sector efficiency; the key is strong institutions and proper oversight rather than blanket ownership.

Nationalizations Get Another Look: Nicholas Mulder

Q: Why do you think we are seeing a new wave of nationalizations now, after decades of privatization?

The trend reflects heightened geopolitical risk, strategic concerns about energy security, and a push to accelerate renewable energy transitions, with governments seeking control over critical assets to ensure resilience and stable supply chains.

Taxing Bad Habits: Christoph Rosenberg

Q: So how do governments balance the revenue needs with the goal of reducing harm without driving production underground or across borders?

Taxes should be designed to reflect the relative harm of each product, with careful consideration of cross-border effects and the overall mix of policy instruments, including regulations and public health campaigns, rather than relying solely on revenue. This requires long-term planning and international cooperation to minimize arbitrage and illicit trade while preserving an effective tax base.

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This program consistently centers on global economics, fiscal policy, debt dynamics, and monetary systems, often featuring senior IMF officials, central bankers, and influential researchers. Episodes explore how institutions adapt to shifting geopolitics, technology, and policy design, with recurring threads on debt sustainability, the dollar's reserve role, taxation and public health, and the rise of digital finance. Noteworthy are guest profiles that span major economic powers, emerging markets, and innovative financial technologies, yielding practical insights for policymakers, businesses, and investors seeking to understand macro trends and policy implications. Listeners may appreciate its concise, expert-driven discussions and the way ... more

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