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Mostly Economics is a weekly show hosted by Center for Economic and Policy Research Senior Economist and co-founder, Dean Baker, about ways US economic policies affect everyday lives—from household budgets to global trade relationships. New episode released every Thursday.

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In the Season 1 finale, Dean Baker and Jared Bernstein answer listener-submitted questions on the biggest economic issues of the moment: the affordability crisis gripping American families, the surprising Democratic victories in off-year elections, a... more

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Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz discusses his book "The Road to Freedom," explaining why real economic freedom means more than just keeping government small. Stiglitz breaks down how access to healthcare and education creates freedom, w... more

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Dean talks with Sasha Abramsky, freelance writer for The Nation and author of the forthcoming book "American Carnage," which examines how the Trump administration and Elon Musk's DOGE systematically targeted federal workers in 2025. Abramsky shares s... more

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This week Dean speaks to Milo Vassallo, Executive Director of the Media and Democracy Project, about wresting back the free press from media oligarchs. As corporate consolidation has gutted local newsrooms and created vast news deserts, communities c... more

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Sasha Abramsky
Freelance writer and author of American Carnage
Episode: Mostly Economics Podcast #29: The Assault on Federal Workers with Sasha Abramsky
Milo Vassallo
Executive Director of the Media and Democracy Project and a doctor
Episode: Mostly Economics Podcast #28: Fighting the Media Oligarchy with Milo Vassallo
Kim Weeden
Professor of Sociology at Cornell University and Director for the Study of Inequality
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Episode: Mostly Economics Podcast #27: Why America's Wage Gap Keeps Growing with Kim Weeden
Sarah Lueck
Vice President for Health Policy at the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities
Center for Budget and Policy Priorities
Episode: Mostly Economics Podcast #26: The ACA and the Shutdown with Sarah Lueck
Ha-Joon Chang
Leading critic of mainstream development theory and professor of economics at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London
School of Oriental and African Studies
Episode: Mostly Economics Podcast #25: Why the IMF Model Keeps Poor Countries Poor with Ha-Joon Chang
Suresh Naidu
Professor of Economics and International Public Affairs
Columbia University
Episode: Mostly Economics Podcast #24: Rethinking Worker Power with Suresh Naidu
Heather Boushey
Professor of Practice at the Climate Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania and former member of the Council of Economic Advisors for President Biden.
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Mostly Economics Podcast: What Economists Got Wrong with Heather Boushey
Juliet Shor
Economist and professor of sociology at Boston College, author of 'The Four Day Work Week'
Boston College
Episode: Mostly Economics Podcast #22: The Case for a Four Day Work Week with Juliet Shor
Laura Dresser
Professor at the School of Social Work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Associate Director of the High Road Strategy Center
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Mostly Economics Podcast #21: Preserving Progress at State Level with Laura Dresser

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Amazing guests & info, but audio quality is poor

    While the guests are top of their fields and given the chance the speak extensively, the audio is so poor that it makes it hard to stay engaged and to listen to. Please upgrade the audio quality! All it takes is a few good mics…

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    E7#9b13
    United States4 months ago
  • Very informative, but…

    The audio quality is terrible. Dean sounds like he is in a room with no sound absorptive surfaces. Makes it difficult to listen to.

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    4
    Paul56Mo
    United States4 months ago

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Mostly Economics Podcast #26: The ACA and the Shutdown with Sarah Lueck
Q: Where do you see this going? Do you think there will be a compromise?
It's unclear. But pressure is mounting on Congress as many are beginning to see potential premium increases, highlighting the urgency of the issue.
Mostly Economics Podcast #26: The ACA and the Shutdown with Sarah Lueck
Q: What do you see as the importance of health care, particularly the Affordable Care Act, in the shutdown?
Health care, especially the ACA, is critical during the shutdown due to the potential expiration of premium tax credits leading to affordability issues for millions.
Mostly Economics Podcast #25: Why the IMF Model Keeps Poor Countries Poor with Ha-Joon Chang
Q: What do you see going forward in development economics?
There may be a shift in development economics as developing countries, inspired by China's success, reconsider their policies away from the neoliberal model.
Mostly Economics Podcast #25: Why the IMF Model Keeps Poor Countries Poor with Ha-Joon Chang
Q: What are the attitudes in Korea that prevent a better welfare-based social arrangement?
There is a right-wing political environment and a cultural narrative that pits young men against women, leading to resistance against progressive social policies.
Mostly Economics Podcast #25: Why the IMF Model Keeps Poor Countries Poor with Ha-Joon Chang
Q: What do you see as the major flaws in the development model pushed by the IMF and World Bank?
The major flaws include a conservative bias that accepts existing wealth distribution, leading to policies that do not encourage necessary economic or social reforms.

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The content primarily focuses on a wide range of economic issues, examining how various policies impact the daily lives of individuals and society at large. Listeners can expect discussions on contemporary topics such as remote work trends, inflation, healthcare systems, and social security, often featuring insights from leading experts in economics and related fields. With episodes addressing systemic economic challenges, the show provides not only theoretical insights but also practical implications of economic policy, making it a valuable resource for those interested in understanding modern economic dynamics. The emphasis on expert interviews adds depth to the discussions, highlighting both current challenges and potential solutions in ... more

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