Macrodose
Planet B ProductionsYour weekly fix of everything economics. Hosted by James Meadway.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 265 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews Commentary | |||
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On this week's Macrodose, James Meadway looks at how tech firms are cutting back AI spending after blowing budgets on it (0:42), how progressives are taking on the UK political culture of bond market fear (6:23), and how a recent change in China’s we... more
We're celebrating the launch of The BREAK—DOWN's spring issue, Airborne! On May 6th, The BREAK—DOWN hosted a live podcast where editor Adrienne Buller was joined by Geoff Mann, Daniela Gabor and Oliver Eagleton to discuss climate crisis through and b... more
On this week's Macrodose, James Meadway looks at how the question of adaptation to our changing climate has returned amidst Britain experiencing another heatwave (0:58), and how market-led solutions to adaptation will only entrench further inequality... more
On this week's Macrodose, James Meadway looks at how talk of the bond markets is back after Andy Burnham announced his byelection candidacy and ambitions for Number 10 (0:44), a note on “Godzilla El Nino” - as the world is set to be hit by the mother... 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 Kingdoma year 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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Germany2 years 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 | #39 | United Kingdom/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #236 |  Canada/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #141 |  Italy/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #172 | Germany/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #193 |  Australia/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #15 |  Spain/News/News Commentary |
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What is Macrodose about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show centers on macroeconomic policy, global power shifts, and the political economy of everyday life, often tying monetary policy, inflation, and debt dynamics to housing, inequality, and climate risks. Episodes frequently feature conversations with academics, policy researchers, and organizers, exploring post-capitalist frameworks, sovereignty, and democratic governance of technology and markets. A standout quality is its willingness to challenge orthodox wisdom with ground-level impact, citizen organizing, and cross-border perspectives, making it a compelling listen for listeners who want a critical, policy-forward take on economics and power dynamics.
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Macrodose launched 4 years ago and published 265 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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What guests have appeared on Macrodose?
Recent guests on Macrodose include:
1. Oliver Eagleton
2. Geoff Mann
3. Daniela Gabor
4. Aditya Chakrabortty
5. Clara Mattei
6. Gita Gopinath
7. Juliano Fiori
8. Gabriel Tupinambá
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