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Macro Musings with David Beckworth

Mercatus Center at George Mason University
Monetary Policy
Inflation
Federal Reserve
Fiscal Policy
International Finance
Interest Rates
Inflation Expectations
Inflation Surge
Geopolitical Issues
Financial Sanctions
Dollarization
RMB Internationalization
U.S. Monetary Policy
Argentina
Central Bank Operating Systems
Phillips Curve
COVID Inflation
Quantitative Easing
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Covid-19 Pandemic

Hosted by David Beckworth of the Mercatus Center, Macro Musings pulls back the curtain on the important macroeconomic issues of the past, present, and future.

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Mike Bird is the Wall Street editor for The Economist magazine and is the author of The Land Trap: A New History of the World's Oldest Asset. Mike returns to the show to discuss the conclusion of Abenomics, the origins of land as an asset, the surge ... more

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Lukasz Rachel is a former Bank of England economist and currently is an assistant professor of economics at the University College of London. In Lukasz's first appearance on the show he discusses his big career breaks, the implications of secular sta... more

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Tara Sinclair is a professor and chair of the economics department at George Washington University. Tara returns to the show to discuss her ambitious paper simulating an FOMC meeting before it happens with LLM models, the process of building sim FOMC... more

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Bryan Cutsinger is a monetary historian and an assistant professor of economics at Florida Atlantic University. Bryan returns to the show to discuss how we think about deflation, the history of growth driven deflation, the connection between the post... more

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Recent Guests

Lukasz Rachel
Former Bank of England economist and current researcher at University College of London
University College of London
Episode: Lukasz Rachel on Non-Ricardian Macroeconomic Policy and Its Implications for Inflation
Bryan Cutsinger
Monetary historian and economist
Florida Atlantic University
Episode: Bryan Cutsinger on the What the History of Growth Driven Deflation Can Teach us about a Potential AI Boom
Will Roberds
Economist emeritus of the research department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta.
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
Episode: Will Roberds and Steve Quinn on the Original Central Bank: the Bank of Amsterdam
Steve Quinn
Full professor of economics at Texas Christian University.
Texas Christian University
Episode: Will Roberds and Steve Quinn on the Original Central Bank: the Bank of Amsterdam
James Clouse
Fellow at the Andersen Institute for Economics and Finance and longtime veteran of the Federal Reserve System
Episode: Jim Clouse on the Last 4 Decades at the Most Powerful Central Bank in the World
Manmohan Singh
Former IMF official and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Financial Markets Infrastructure
Episode: Manmohan Singh on the Meaning of Money after the GENIUS Act
Raphael Bostic
President of the Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank
Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank
Episode: Raphael Bostic on Life as a Regional Fed President, the Responsibilities of a Dual Mandate, and the Results of the 2025 Framework Review
Samim Ghamami
Economist specializing in Treasury markets and fiscal policies
Episode: Samim Ghamami on the Treasury Markets Impact on the Future Path of Interest Rates and Inflation
Gerald Dwyer
Professor Emeritus of Economics at Clemson University and Senior Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute
Bitcoin Policy Institute
Episode: Jerry Dwyer on the History of Free Banking and the Future of Bitcoin

Host

David Beckworth
David Beckworth is an economist and a well-respected figure in the field of macroeconomics. He is known for his insightful interviews that explore various aspects of monetary policy and economic theory.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 896 ratings
  • The best

    The consistently best economics podcast. Full length, highly knowledgeable, and they go into great detail on subjects that are hard to come by with pretty honest takes. Greatly appreciated.

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    DB drooper
    United States4 months ago
  • Great

    Just came across this podcast in the past year. Really wish I’d known about it sooner. Intelligent and not overly political or dogmatic while covering topics not found elsewhere.

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    5
    cover the ears
    United States9 months ago
  • Interesting podcast but

    Seems like a well produced podcast but one should know that mr. Koch sits on the board of the institution that produces this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    frhc4
    Germany9 months ago
  • Liberal Tears

    The host can’t stop crying about libs losing the election and being exposed as unintelligent frauds.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Silian Rail
    United Statesa year ago
  • I never knew how much I didn’t know

    Want to know more about economics? This is the place: Outstanding guests with David as an astute and knowledgeable interviewer. I look forward to every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mickbarn50
    United Statesa year ago

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Great guests that display a broad range of economic thought.
Intelligent and non-dogmatic exploration of topics not found elsewhere.
Highly knowledgeable and detailed discussions on complex economic subjects.
Fosters learning and curiosity about economics, appealing to both experts and general audiences.
Offers insights that can reshape listeners' understanding of economic policies.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lukasz Rachel on Non-Ricardian Macroeconomic Policy and Its Implications for Inflation
Q: What are your policy recommendations for the Federal Reserve and Congress with fiscal policy?
The recognition of monetary and fiscal policy interactions when non-Ricardian features are taken into account is crucial for better macroeconomic policy.
Tara Sinclair on Building a Synthetic FOMC Through AI
Q: Tell us about the Federal Forecasters Conference and how can people participate in it?
The Federal Forecasters Conference is held every 18 months, organized by the Federal Forecasters Consortium, and it's designed to bring together federal forecasters, practitioners, and academics to share knowledge and insights.
Tara Sinclair on Building a Synthetic FOMC Through AI
Q: Is there any hope we can turn to private sector big data or other real-time measures?
Private sector data can complement government data, but it can't fully substitute it since it lacks historical context and representativeness which is vital for economic assessments.
Tara Sinclair on Building a Synthetic FOMC Through AI
Q: What are your thoughts on moving forward as policymakers when we don't have the data?
It's concerning, particularly as we may never get a full jobs report for October and without government involvement in data collection, it hampers our ability to analyze policy impacts.
Jim Clouse on the Last 4 Decades at the Most Powerful Central Bank in the World
Q: Did you ever feel frustrated because in your role, you got to keep your mouth shut?
It does feel good to be on the outside and have a little bit more freedom.

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

A focus on macroeconomic issues defines this insightful series, examining key topics such as monetary policy, fiscal responsibility, and the implications of digital currencies. Each episode features in-depth discussions with guests, including economists, financial experts, and academics, who contribute diverse perspectives on contemporary economic challenges. The exploration of issues like central banking, regulatory frameworks, and the interplay between government actions and market dynamics sets this series apart as a reliable source of complex economic knowledge made accessible to a wide audience. Notably, the engaging hosting style tends to foster an intellectually stimulating environment that resonates well with both professionals and ... more

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