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The Pie: An Economics Podcast

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Economists are always talking about The Pie – how it grows and shrinks, how it’s sliced, and who gets the biggest shares. Join host Tess Vigeland as she talks with leading economists from the University of Chicago about their cutting-edge research and key events of the day. Hear how the economic pie is at the heart of issues like the aftermath of a global pandemic, jobs, energy policy, and more.

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People in the Netherlands average nearly 11 years of schooling, compared to about 2.5 for those in the Central African Republic. Why don't these gaps close? In this episode, Esteban Rossi-Hansberg of the University of Chicago explains recent research... more

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If you have money in an index fund, you are benefiting from Eugene Fama's work. In this Extra Slice of The Pie, the Nobel laureate and "father of modern finance" reflects on a career that reshaped how trillions of dollars are invested, including his ... more

Two hundred fifty years after The Wealth of Nations, capitalism looks nothing like Adam Smith imagined (and nothing like Karl Marx predicted, either). Smith envisioned small, decentralized producers, while Marx foresaw concentration dominated by the ... more

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The common perception of Chinese governance is a strong, centralized state. For decades, however, the vast majority of the country's policies  originated with local governments, as officials experimented, competed, and copied each other's successes. ... more

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Recent Guests

Eugene Fama
Nobel Laureate, Robert R. McCormick Distinguished Service Professor of Finance at UChicago Booth School of Business
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Episode: Eugene Fama on 60 Years of Finance Research, Index Funds, and Market Efficiency
Yueran Ma
Carhartt Family Professor of Finance at Booth, co-director of the Fama Miller Center for Research and Finance
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Episode: The Transformation of Capitalism: 250 Years After Adam Smith
Shaoda Wang
Assistant Professor at University of Chicago, Harris School of Public Policy
University of Chicago
Episode: Laboratories of Autocracy: What Happens When China Shuts Down Its Policy Experiments
Douglas Diamond
Nobel Laureate and Merton H. Miller Distinguished Service Professor of Finance at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business
University of Chicago
Episode: Why Banks Exist and Why They Fail: Douglas Diamond on Runs, Regulation, and the Risks of Short-Term Debt
Steven Durlauf
Frank P. Hixon, Distinguished Service Professor at the Harris School of Public Policy, and Director of the Stone Center for Research on Wealth Inequality and Mobility
University of Chicago
Episode: At What Age Does Family Income Most Shape Your Future? Timing and Intergenerational Mobility
Hyuk Su Kwon
Assistant Professor at the Harris School of Public Policy discussing electric vehicles.
University of Chicago
Episode: The Pie, Wrapped: Innovation, Faith, Purpose, and Market Power
Eduardo Montero
Assistant Professor at the Harris School of Public Policy discussing the economics of religion.
University of Chicago
Episode: The Pie, Wrapped: Innovation, Faith, Purpose, and Market Power
Virginia Minni
Assistant Professor at the Booth School of Business exploring meaningful work.
University of Chicago
Episode: The Pie, Wrapped: Innovation, Faith, Purpose, and Market Power
Leonardo Bursztyn
Professor of economics analyzing the stigma associated with different phone users.
University of Chicago
Episode: The Pie, Wrapped: Innovation, Faith, Purpose, and Market Power

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Tess Vigeland
Host with a background in economic discussions, focusing on the intersection of economics with current events and policy.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 253 ratings
  • I’m done

    I started listening from episode 1 to see the take on the Pandemic from this group. It had been ok, not great. This episode, about climate change and Indian development, had nothing to do with the pandemic. Besides, why did nuclear energy not even get mentioned. It seems like the only viable way through this and not a peep.

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    not quite Publius
    United States6 years ago
  • Filter

    You have to learn to filter the bias. Sometimes they do better than others. Episode 20 was a love fest with former Obama economist. The first part was informational and interesting. Then the decline into tribalism at the end. I think working together we can solve problems. If we try only what is tribal truth, we will fail. There are multiple stakeholders and everyone should have a voice. Neither party had foolproof answers for everything, just like economics.

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    Gleestr
    United States6 years ago
  • Normally great, but

    Episode 14 is a total miss. A bit less partisan policy and a bit more economics would fit with the premise-

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    1
    dmann1000
    United States6 years ago
  • Outstanding and Important.

    I have to tell you that finding this podcast was like finding water in the desert. It has helped me in so many ways to better understand what has happened and may happen. I’ve never reviewed a podcast before, but this one deserves to be noticed.

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    5
    Mandelman
    United States6 years ago
  • Review for this episode

    4 stars for podcast overall so far just because this podcast was overall good and freakonomics gave it a good plug. Still wish there was slightly less of an interviewy commentary vibe and more of a learn economics vibe like with Freakonomics. I still like how it’s different though so I will happily keep listening and see where it goes from here 😊

    But about the cost of a life episode: I’ve heard similar points of view to this episode, and am always left wondering... what is the total blow to the... more

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    4
    Rihanna2773dndj
    United States6 years ago

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Laboratories of Autocracy: What Happens When China Shuts Down Its Policy Experiments
Q: So can you describe how much centralization has there been? Is it just complete?
Centralization has increased significantly, with local bureaucrats shifting focus from bottom-up innovation to complying with top-down directives, resulting in a substantial rise in policies coming from central government commands.
Who Really Paid for the Tariffs? Brent Neiman on Liberation Day's Economic Aftermath
Q: What are some of the real world effects you've seen out of all this?
There has been a significant shift away from China among US import sources, potentially impacting economic relations.
Who Really Paid for the Tariffs? Brent Neiman on Liberation Day's Economic Aftermath
Q: How does this normally work?
In ideal circumstances, tariffs could possibly lead to price reductions from exporters, potentially leaving US importers unaffected, but recent findings suggest that US importers seem to bear most of the costs.
Who Really Paid for the Tariffs? Brent Neiman on Liberation Day's Economic Aftermath
Q: What have the tariffs actually been?
Understanding the tariff framework is essential as the actual rates imposed tend to lag behind what is publicly announced, significantly affecting who pays the costs of the tariffs.
Why Banks Exist and Why They Fail: Douglas Diamond on Runs, Regulation, and the Risks of Short-Term Debt
Q: What do you think about the interaction between capital requirements and liquidity requirements?
They should be integrated, as banks can be broke for two reasons, bad loans or inability to sell assets at a reasonable value.

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What is The Pie: An Economics Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rich exploration of contemporary economic issues features discussions centering on the dynamics of policy-making, the implications of tariffs, and the effects of governmental interventions on personal and market behaviors. Notably, episodes emphasize the importance of economic education, early childhood development, and the complexities of intergenerational mobility and banking theory. With a range of guests from academia, the conversations often highlight groundbreaking research entwined with real-world applications, making economic principles accessible and relevant. Unique to this offering is the blend of academic rigor with practical insights from economists at a leading institution, which likely appeals to listeners seeking a deeper ... more

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