Macrodose
Planet B ProductionsYour weekly fix of everything economics. Hosted by James Meadway.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 245 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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On this week's Macrodose, James Meadway looks at the how the US-Israel war on Iran will impact global food prices (3:07), and how data centres are the newest target in modern warfare (9:47).
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Capitalism is often defended on the basis of freedom — “free markets”, free choice, as well as being credited with producing the wealth and material abundance that has freed countless people from poverty.
Marx, meanwhile, described workers under cap... more
On this week's Macrodose, James Meadway looks at the US and Israel’s illegal war on Iran (1:18), and the stark international economic constraints now facing the UK (9:37).
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On this week's Macrodose, James Meadway looks at the US supreme court shooting down Trump’s tariff bonanza (1:00), how a global hotel chain is preparing for climate change affecting their business (7:45), and the possible “green shoots” of the UK’s e... more
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James Meadway offers sane, grounded , constructive insights into the state of current national and international economics, shifting the Overton window towards a future that could work.
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sober diagnosis and prognosis on the relationships between economics and ecology
Apple Podcasts5LenBurrUnited Kingdom9 months ago - Fabulous content
The number of half finished podcasts I have is huge. Mostly because I always listen whilst doing other things but also because I lose interest or the pod runs out of steam! I have the attention span of a goldfish but Macrodose seems to grab my interest and hold it!
Apple Podcasts5martcolUnited Kingdoma year ago - Clear and honest reporting in a f—ked up World
Firstly, thank you.
The weekly pod is direct, clear, to the point, relevant, and nicely short.
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Germanya year ago - My go to podcast!
Great variety of contributors and content. But please cut down on the unnecessary intro music etc. Thanks for your hard work.
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Apple Podcasts | #41 | United Kingdom/News/News Commentary |
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A rigorous economics show that blends policy analysis, climate, and social justice with accessible explanations. Episodes commonly feature discussions on macroeconomic policy, climate finance, and the political economy of inequality, often framed through skeptical takes on neoliberal narratives. There are frequent guest appearances by economists, historians, and activists who critique market-centric approaches and propose alternative, equity-focused frameworks. Noteworthy are concise, 15-minute roundups and a willingness to challenge mainstream economic orthodoxies, making it a compelling listen for professionals seeking clear, evidence-based discourse with a progressive tilt.
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Macrodose launched 3 years ago and published 245 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Macrodose include:
1. Alyssa Battistoni
2. David Edgerton
3. Ann Pettifor
4. Sabrina Fernandes
5. Carys Afoko
6. Hannah Peaker
7. Richard Jones
8. Nicholas Beuret
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