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The David McWilliams Podcast

David McWilliams & John Davis
Bitcoin
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Ireland
Economic Growth
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Javier Milei
Economics
China
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Charlie Munger
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Immigration
Economic Super Cycles
Industrial Revolution
Cultural Change
Irish Housing

The aim of this weekly podcast is to make economics easy, uncomplicated and accessible. With the world at a political, technological and financial tipping point, economics has never been so important to all of us and yet, it’s made inaccessible and complicated by so many.

I’ve always thought what is complicated is rarely important and what is important is rarely complicated.

That will be our motto... more

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Credit is the lifeblood of a modern economy. When it expands, ideas turn into companies, small builders become employers, and innovation compounds. When it contracts, the damage is slower, quieter, and far harder to see. In this episode, we trace wha... more

If central banks “control money,” why do we still get credit booms, banking crises, and bubbles, and what can a new Fed chair actually do about it? Who actually controls money, the central bank, commercial banks, or the markets? We break money into t... more

Not even “thermodynamically sound energy through time and space” makes Bitcoin money. In this episode, we take another hammer to the sacred cow of crypto and ask a simpler question: what does money actually have to do to count as money? We revisit ou... more

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Recent Guests

Aideen McQueen
Comedian and host of the show 'Waiting for Texto'
Episode: Swipe Left on Society: Singledom, Sexless Men, and the New Politics of Loneliness with Aideen McQueen
Rutger Bregman
Dutch economist and author known for his investigations into human nature and societal issues.
Episode: Stop Wasting Your Talent and Start Making a Difference with Rutger Bregman
Sony Kapoor
One of the finest minds in finance, economics, and strategy
Episode: The Great Global Rebalancing: How Trump's America is Losing its Grip on the World's Capital with Sony Kapoor
Carole Nakhle
Chief executive of Crystal Energy in London, oil market expert
Crystal Energy
Episode: The Bipolar Economy: Trump, Oil & the End of Balance with Carole Nakhle
Marla Dukharan
Caribbean economist and expert on the economic implications of political developments
Independent economist
Episode: Venezuela Falls, Cuba Trembles with Marla Dukharan
Juan Tokatlian
An expert in Latin American political affairs and previously predicted changes in Venezuela.
Independent Expert
Episode: After Maduro: Who Really Runs Venezuela Now? with Juan Tokatlian
Juan Gabriel Tokatlian
Professor of International Relations in Buenos Aires, expert in Latin American politics
Buenos Aires University
Episode: What's Really Going on In Venezuela? Oil, Empire & the Next Proxy War
Dan Wang
Technology analyst and author of 'Breakneck'
Author, technology analyst
Episode: China Explained with Dan Wang
Peter Frankopan
Professor and author of The Silk Roads
Episode: Is Central Asia the Next Front Line of Global Power? with Peter Frankopan

Host

David McWilliams
An economic podcaster and host known for making economics easy, uncomplicated, and accessible, with a lively discussion style that engages audiences beyond academic circles.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • Excellent perspective from a former central bank ‘chair’. Clearly expressed breadth of knowledge. Excellent interviews

    Audible
    5
    Eunice Evans
    United States5 days ago
  • Gambling

    I love it but the fact that itself sponsored by a gambling company will be leaving. Sorry

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Máire with a Fada
    Ireland24 days ago
  • big ideas great podcast

    i came across this pod when searching for a different podcast during the pandemic I think around 2021 - what a find! I’d never heard of David McWilliams and John Davis and at the time I was looking for answers into how populists like Trump and truss could possibly be an attractive prospect to any sane human being with half a brain . Five years on i’m a still a regular… and i didn’t know a thing about economics and now am a keen listener ( albeit still an amateur over yet to sign up to any cou... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Honest newt
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Please Improve Analysis of Economic Sanctions

    In the December 29th episode titled “What’s Really Going on in Venezuelan?”, the dire economic situation in Cuba was discussed but the cause was inaccurately said to be Cuba’s communist government. I was shocked the hosts didn’t rightly name the US embargo against Cuba as the source for Cuba’s economic struggles.

    At 65 years and running, the US embargo on Cuba is the longest in history and is often likened to economic terrorism. Each year, an overwhelming majority of UN member states vote to e... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JP 1975
    Canadaa month ago
  • Smart Stuff

    Love this podcast. David is super smart and delivers the show in a funny and simplistic manner. Love tuning in on my daily walk. Keep up the great work and entertainment

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miskpuptal
    Ireland3 months ago

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There is a mix of positive and critical feedback regarding political commentary, with some finding it refreshingly candid while others feel it can be too partisan.
Many listeners value the educational aspect, noting they gain insights into the economy that are applicable to daily life and current events.
Listeners appreciate the humorous and engaging way complex economic topics are presented.

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#92
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Apple Podcasts
#126
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#16
Ireland/Top Podcasts
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#58
Ireland/Trending
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#15
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
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Talking Points

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Stop Wasting Your Talent and Start Making a Difference with Rutger Bregman
Q: Why do talented individuals end up in unfulfilling jobs?
It's about the culture of status and success that prioritizes money and job titles over meaningful contributions.
Stop Wasting Your Talent and Start Making a Difference with Rutger Bregman
Q: What is the central idea of your book?
The central idea is many talented people work in jobs that don't make the world better.
Can the New Fed Boss Shrink QE Without Crashing Everything?
Q: What does the central bank do?
Central banks control currency, but finance, which is a larger part of the economy, is more subject to the influence of commercial banks.
The Great Global Rebalancing: How Trump's America is Losing its Grip on the World's Capital with Sony Kapoor
Q: Explain that to me and explain what the implications are for finance, for resources and for the global economy.
So the rebalancing away from America was overdue; Trump's actions are accelerating this shift in capital allocation and investments as it reveals America's weaknesses.
What's Really Going on In Venezuela? Oil, Empire & the Next Proxy War
Q: What role does U.S. intervention play in the current Venezuelan crisis?
There are differing opinions in the U.S. administration regarding intervention; some see it as inevitable, while others prefer to avoid military involvement.

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