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The David McWilliams Podcast

David McWilliams & John Davis
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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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Latest Episodes

What happens to the global economy when a war erupts at the world’s most important energy choke point? In this episode, we trace the economic shockwaves already rippling out from Iran: surging oil and gas prices, rising shipping and insurance costs, ... more

In part two of our history of Iran and the Middle East, we move from the 1979 Iranian Revolution to the bombing of Tehran today. This is the story of how America’s Cold War obsession with the Soviet Union mutated into something else entirely: the gra... more

Iran didn’t suddenly become the geopolitical flashpoint it is today, the roots go back decades. In this first part of a two-part series, we trace the economic and political history that reshaped Iran from the 1940s to the 1979 revolution. From Britai... more

In this episode, we ask what happens when economic evolution moves from human speed to machine speed. Fresh from an off-the-record discussion with a Nobel Prize–winning AI pioneer Demis Hassibis, we unpack how AI is reshaping medicine, productivity, ... more

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Demis Hassabis
Chief Executive of DeepMind; Nobel Prize winner in chemistry (context described in conversation)
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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

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David McWilliams
Host and economist known for making economics accessible and relatable, with a knack for humor and engaging storytelling.

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 States25 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
    Irelanda month 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 Kingdom2 months 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
    Canada2 months 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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#67
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#88
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#17
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#38
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#6
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#152
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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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The podcast focuses on making economics accessible and engaging, discussing a broad range of topics affecting society both locally and globally. It addresses complex issues in a straightforward manner, linking economic concepts to everyday life and current events. Key subjects often include the dynamics of globalization, banking crises, the impact of political decisions on markets, and the evolving landscape of job markets influenced by technology. The hosts encourage critical thinking about economic policies while also injecting humor into discussions, which enhances the listener's experience and understanding of serious topics. This approach attracts audiences who may feel intimidated by conventional economic discourse but are eager to co... more

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