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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 Chicago
University Of Wisconsin
Seoul
Inequality
Machine Learning
Oaxaca-Blinder Decomposition
Harvard University
UCLA
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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In this week's episode of the Mixtape with Scott season 5, "The Odd Couple" Scott Cunningham (Professor of Economics at Baylor) and Catilin Myers (Professor of Economics at Middlebury College) set out to use Claude Code to get the data for their proj... more

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The Odd Couple

The Mixtape with Scott is back. Season 5. Season 5 of the Mixtape with Scott is going to be different, and fun, and different, and creative! It’ll be called The Odd Couple. And it’ll be called “The Mixtape with Scott (Featuring Caitl... more

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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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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
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)
Jessica Brown
Assistant Professor of Economics in the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Episode: S4E22: Jessica Brown, Labor Economist, University of South Carolina

Host

Scott Cunningham
Host of The Mixtape

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 139 ratings
  • Good Podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kamranhaq
    United States9 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?
    Australia3 years ago

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The host is seen as knowledgeable and supportive, creating a sense of community among economists and researchers.
Listeners find the show to be insightful and well-curated, with strong appreciation for both the host and the quality of guests.
Some comments note a strong focus on personal stories alongside technical topics, which can be engaging for a broad audience but may feel dense for newcomers.

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#127
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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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What is The Mixtape about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rigorous, conversation-driven series that pairs economist-host Scott Cunningham with leading scholars and authors to uncover the personal journeys behind influential work. Episodes frequently center on career trajectories, formative experiences, and the evolution of ideas in fields like econometrics, industrial organization, labor economics, and public policy. The show often weaves in mentorship, methodological breakthroughs, and real-world implications of academic research, creating a narrative about how great economists think, learn, and influence policy. A standout pattern is the blend of intimate storytelling with deep dives into technical topics, making the material approachable for non-specialists while staying valuable for practiti... more

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1. Ariel Pakes
2. Dr. Amy Finkelstein
3. Steve Berry
4. Rocío Titiunik
5. Tymon Słoczyński
6. Jon Roth
7. Amitava Krishna Dutt
8. Vitor Possebom

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