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Listen to the World's top economists discuss their research and deconstruct global economic trends.

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Recent Guests

Chady El Khoury
Assistant General Counsel and Division Chief of the Financial Integrity Group at the IMF
International Monetary Fund
Episode: Chady El Khoury on the Virtual Reality of Financial Crime
Gita Gopinath
Former IMF Chief Economist and Deputy Managing Director, now the Gregory and Anya Coffey Professor of Economics at Harvard
Harvard University
Episode: Grit and Luck: Gita Gopinath Reflects on her Career and Roles at the Fund
Carl Benedikt Frey
Dieter Schwartz Associate Professor of AI and Work at Oxford University
Oxford University
Episode: Carl Benedikt Frey on AI and Growth
Stefanie Stantcheva
Professor of Economics at Harvard and recipient of the Clark Medal
Harvard University
Episode: Women in Economics: Stefanie Stantcheva on Thoughts that Matter
Xavier Jaravel
Professor of economics at the London School of Economics
London School of Economics
Episode: Xavier Jaravel on Democratizing Innovation to Spur Growth
Karthik Sastry
Assistant Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at Princeton University
Princeton University
Episode: Karthik Sastry on Animal Spirits and the Economy
Rumana Huque
Health economist and professor at the University of Dhaka
University of Dhaka
Episode: Driving Change: Rumana Huque on the Real Costs of Bangladesh’s Tobacco Dependency
Elizabeth Johnson
Director of Brazil Research for TS Lombard
TS Lombard
Episode: Elizabeth Johnson on Fixing Sao Paolo’s Housing Deficit
Deniz Igan
Chief of the World Economic Studies Division at the IMF
IMF
Episode: Deniz Igan on The Housing Affordability Crunch

Hosts

Bruce Edwards
Host of the podcast, providing insights and guiding discussions around critical economic issues with leading experts.
Rhoda Metcalf
Host of the podcast with a background in journalism and contributions in economic discourse.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 163 ratings
  • Interesting research on real problems

    So much important research tackling real-world problems.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    somethjng else
    United States2 years ago
  • Good

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DaniDani
    3 years ago
  • Good

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dani
    3 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!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Beirutalumni
    Germany4 years ago
  • Great window on world economy

    Wonderful group of experts summarizing IMF reports and articles. Please keep them

    Coming

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Firefighter^^^^
    United Arab Emirates6 years ago

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Where Startups Do Roam: Swati Bhatt
Q: Do these startups stick around for quite a few years, or is there a lot of turnover?
The survival rate among startups is typically low, with most surviving between one to four years, but recent data shows signs of increased stability.
Where Startups Do Roam: Swati Bhatt
Q: How do these startups contribute to local economies in rural areas?
These startups act as magnets for ancillary services, attracting electricians, plumbers, and other businesses, which can create a community around the tech firms.
Where Startups Do Roam: Swati Bhatt
Q: What is it that attracts these new tech start-ups into southern states like Georgia and South Carolina?
They are attracted by favorable business climates, which include low corporate tax rates and pro-business policies, as well as the appeal of affordable housing compared to Silicon Valley.
Danny Quah on Rethinking Multilateralism
Q: How would describe ASEAN's approach to overcoming recent failures in global trade?
ASEAN maintains a belief in free trade's principles and seeks to leverage international trade as a pathway to economic success, despite challenges posed by richer nations.
Danny Quah on Rethinking Multilateralism
Q: What happens when all that starts to break apart?
The shifting dynamics of power, especially with China's rise, complicates the benevolent leadership that America used to exercise, leading to a perception that supporting the multilateral system is no longer beneficial.

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Focused on global economic issues, various subject matter experts analyze and debate economic theories and trends, providing insightful perspectives on pressing topics such as technological impact, public health economics, and institutional reforms. Episodes cover a broad range of subjects from taxation and innovation to the implications of demographic shifts and public policy reforms, featuring discussions that are grounded in research and data, ensuring content remains relevant and thought-provoking. The inclusion of prominent economists and academics enhances the depth and credibility of the insights shared, making it a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the complexities of the global economy.

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