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The Mixtape with Scott

scott cunningham
Causal Inference
Econometrics
Labor Economics
Economics
Regression Discontinuity Design
Applied Econometrics
Public Policy
Unions
Health Care
Corporate Finance
University Of Wisconsin
University Of Chicago
Seoul
Inequality
Machine Learning
Oaxaca-Blinder Decomposition
UCLA
Harvard University
Howard H. Baker Policy School
Brazil

The Mixtape with Scott is a podcast in which economist and professor, Scott Cunningham, interviews economists, scientists and authors about their lives and careers, as well as the some of their work. He tries to travel back in time with his guests to listen and hear their stories before then talking with them about topics they care about now. causalinf.substack.com

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Welcome back to The Mixtape with Scott. I’m currently in the process of putting together a new slate of interviews, and while it’s not quite ready yet, I didn’t want to leave you hanging. So in the meantime, I’m re-sharing some conversations from ear... more

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Greetings from Cambridge! I’m still mid-move and not fully settled—classes kick off next week and I’m wrapping the last bits of admin—so I’m sharing one more rerun before we close out Season 4.

Today’s guest is a Cambridge neighbor just down the Cha... more

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Greetings everyone. I’m still in moving mode, packing up life in Texas and getting ready for a year in Boston. I hit the road on Friday of this week for a three day road trip and am still behind on everything. That means the podcast is still on rerun... more

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I’m still going through some older reruns for the summer due to my travel schedule. This one is an interview with Rocío Titiunik, a quantitative methods political scientist and professor in the department of politics at Princeton University, as well ... more

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Recent Guests

Ariel Pakes
Thomas Professor of Economics at Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: [Rerun] Ariel Pakes, Professor and Economist, Harvard University
Dr. Amy Finkelstein
John and Jenny S. McDonald Professor of Economics at MIT and Health Economist
MIT
Episode: [Rerun] Amy Finkelstein, Health Economist and John Bates Clark Award Winner, MIT
Steve Berry
David Swinson Professor of Economics at Yale University
Yale University
Episode: [Rerun] Steve Berry, IO and Structural Econometrics, Yale University
Rocío Titiunik
Professor of Politics at Princeton University
Princeton University
Episode: [Rerun] Rocío Titiunik, Political Scientist and Quantitative Methodologist, Princeton
Tymon Słoczyński
Assistant professor of economics and econometrician
Brandeis University
Episode: [Rerun] Tymon Słoczyński, Econometrician, Brandeis University
Jon Roth
Assistant professor at Brown University and econometrician
Brown University
Episode: [Rerun] Jon Roth, Econometrician, Brown University
Mohammad Akbarpour
Professor of Economics specializing in mechanism design, micro theory, and social networks.
Stanford University
Episode: [Rerun]: Mohammad Akbarpour, Microeconomic Theory, Stanford
Amitava Krishna Dutt
Former Professor Emeritus of Economics and Political Science at Notre Dame, known for his work in economic growth, inequality, and development.
University of Notre Dame
Episode: S4E24: Amitava Krishna Dutt, Development Economist, Notre Dame
Vitor Possebom
Assistant Professor at São Paulo School of Economics
São Paulo School of Economics
Episode: S4E23: Vítor Possebom, Econometrcian, Sao Paulo School of Economics (EESP)

Host

Scott Cunningham
Economist and professor who interviews experts in economics and related fields, focusing on their personal stories and professional insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings
  • Good Podcast

    Really interesting podcast for an aspiring economist. I need a full cover of small worlds though!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kamranhaq
    United States3 months ago
  • A must listen

    Scott loves the econ tribe. I find that a "have you listened to the latest mixtape episode?" will quickly fill most silences amongst the tribe. Thanks Scott!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    camwho?
    Australia2 years ago

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The quality of guests and discussions is praised as enriching and informative for those in or pursuing economics.
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[Rerun] Steve Berry, IO and Structural Econometrics, Yale University
Q: If you could have a conversation with any historical figure, who would it be and why?
Steve Berry expresses a desire to have a conversation with Philip Wright, reflecting on his significant contributions to economics.
S4E24: Amitava Krishna Dutt, Development Economist, Notre Dame
Q: What would you want to say to that young man?
If you want to be an economist, it is still a good subject to pursue because it has many things that go into it, ranging from philosophy to history.
S4E18: Liyang Sun, Econometrics, University of College London
Q: What does that mean, second-tier city?
It's a way of categorizing cities in China based on their size and development, where my city has a population of around 3 million, which is significant but not as large as the major cities like Shanghai.
S4E10: Ted Joyce, Health Economist, CUNY
Q: Did you have any favorite classes?
I graduated in 76. I'm living in Brookline, Mass and around Boston.
S4E10: Ted Joyce, Health Economist, CUNY
Q: What is your full title?
Sure. So it's Ted Joyce, Professor of Economics at Baruch College in the Department of Economics and Finance.

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A unique podcast that offers listeners an engaging blend of personal storytelling and in-depth discussions with economists, scientists, and authors. Episodes typically explore the guests' life journeys, academic pursuits, and significant contributions to their respective fields, while also providing insights into current issues they are passionate about. This format not only uncovers the personal histories that shaped their careers but also delves into the complexities of the subjects they study, from economics and public policy to social issues and scientific research. By highlighting both personal anecdotes and professional insights, this podcast serves as an enriching resource for anyone interested in the intersections of personal and pr... more

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2. Dr. Amy Finkelstein
3. Steve Berry
4. Rocío Titiunik
5. Tymon Słoczyński
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7. Mohammad Akbarpour
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