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Markus' Academy

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Princeton University's Markus Brunnermeier hosts conversations with leading academics and policymakers on the global economy, global politics, and artificial intelligence.

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Recent Guests

Gary Gorton
Guest economist from Yale, discussing the future of the US financial system
Yale University
Episode: The Future of the U.S. Financial System | Markus' Academy | Ep. 62
Robin Brooks
Economist, Institute of International Finance (IIF)
Institute of International Finance (IIF)
Episode: Emerging Markets: Taper Tantrum Redux? | Markus' Academy | Ep. 61
Alan Auerbach
Professor of Economics, UC Berkeley
University of California, Berkeley
Episode: International Taxation in a Digital World | Markus' Academy | Ep. 60
Amit Seru
Professor of Finance, expert in financial intermediation and regulation
Stanford University (economics/finance)
Episode: Modern Financial Intermediation | Markus' Academy | Ep. 59
Ivan Werning
Economist, co-author of the discussed paper
Episode: Taming a Minsky Cycle | Markus' Academy | Ep. 57
Jean-Pierre Landau
Former Deputy Governor of Banque de France; Professor at Sciences Po
Sciences Po; Banque de France
Episode: International Currency Competition | Markus' Academy | Ep. 56
Monica de Bolle
Economist, studying biomedical sciences; researcher at Peterson Institute
Peterson Institute
Episode: A Chronic Pandemic? Vaccine Geopolitics | Markus' Academy | Ep. 55
Lasse Pedersen
Academic guest presenting on predatory trading and short squeezes
Copenhagen Business School; AQR
Episode: GameStop and Predatory Trading | Markus' Academy | Ep. 54
Paul Krugman
Nobel laureate economist; columnist for The New York Times
SUNY, Princeton University
Episode: Krugman-Summers Inflation Debate: Part 1 | Markus' Academy | Ep. 53

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Markus Brunnermeier
Host introducing and moderating a webinar-style series focused on the global economy, policy, and AI; professor at Princeton University and key organizer of related finance programs.

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COVID-19 Economic Lessons | Markus' Academy | Ep. 46
Q: What explains the rapid vaccine diversification strategy and the emphasis on redundancy?
A portfolio approach reduces correlated risk across vaccines and production lines, increasing the odds that at least one effective vaccine will be ready, which is crucial when facing a global health shock.
COVID-19 Economic Lessons | Markus' Academy | Ep. 46
Q: Why is tail risk backstopped by central banks considered sufficient to calm markets even if the risk never materializes?
The backstop signals a safety net for investors, reducing panic and preventing feedback loops from turning into a crisis, which in turn stabilizes prices and expectations even if the event doesn't occur.
Working from Home: Will it Persist? | Markus' Academy | Ep. 44
Q: What are the broader effects on urban centers and real estate?
Demand for office space is likely to stay flat overall due to density reductions, with a shift from skyscrapers to office parks and a potential 10% long-run drop in central-city retail; suburbs may gain as people relocate for more space, while real estate valuations adapt to new usage patterns.
Working from Home: Will it Persist? | Markus' Academy | Ep. 44
Q: Will the trend toward remote work continue after the pandemic, and how will firms structure it?
Firms are likely to adopt a hybrid in-office/remote pattern (e.g., three days in the office, two at home) to balance collaboration with cost savings, while supporting flexible arrangements for employees with kids or long commutes.
Working from Home: Will it Persist? | Markus' Academy | Ep. 44
Q: How does working from home affect career trajectories and promotions?
Evidence from an early randomized trial in China showed higher productivity for remote workers but a promotion penalty due to being 'out of sight,' suggesting post-COVID firms should rely on output-based evaluations and ensure fair visibility in advancement decisions.

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