The Rhodes Center Podcast with Mark Blyth

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Populism

Inequality

Supply Chain Issues

Citizenship By Investment

Covid-19

Inflation

Global Mobility

Austerity

Income Distribution

Sociology

Investment

Corporate Consolidation

Social Democratic Parties

Democracy

Monetary Policy

Climate Change

Vanuatu

Lean Production

Central Banks

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A podcast from the Rhodes Center for International Finance and Economics at the Watson Institute at Brown University. Hosted by political economist and director of the Rhodes Center, Mark Blyth.

141 ratings

Publishes	Monthly	Episodes	72	Founded	7 years ago
Number of Listeners		Category	Education

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Latest Episodes

Independent from who exactly? Central banks and democracy (part two)

This is the second part of a two-part series featuring Leah Downey, a political economist at King’s College London and author of the new book “Our Money: Monetary Policy as if Democracy Matters.”

Mark Blyth and Leah discuss what has happened at the... more

26 Sep 2025 • 40 min

Independent from who exactly? Central banks and democracy (part 1)

This is the first in a two-part series featuring Leah Downey, political theorist at King’s College London and author of the new book “Our Money: Monetary Policy as if Democracy Matters.”

On this part (recorded in May) Mark Blyth and Leah discuss he... more

19 Sep 2025 • 36 min

The role of universities in a democratic society (a collaboration with “Brown 2026”)

What’s the role of a university in a democratic society? What responsibility do universities have to foster the public good, and what responsibilities does the public have to support centers of education and research?

These have become some of the ... more

20 Jun 2025 • 34 min

Why the left keeps losing (or does it)?

On this episode, Mark talks with two guests to try and understand why, despite growing right populist movements emerging and winning elections in countries around the world, the left seems to be stalling. It’s a simple question with an incredibly com... more

16 May 2025 • 47 min

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Recent Guests

Leah Downey

A political economist at King's College London, author of the book 'Our Money, Monetary Policy as if Democracy Matters'

King's College London

Episode: Independent from who exactly? Central banks and democracy (part two)

Karin Wulf

Historian and director and librarian of the John Carter Brown Library

Brown University

Episode: The role of universities in a democratic society (a collaboration with “Brown 2026”)

Kevin McLaughlin

Literary scholar and director of the John Nicholas Brown Center for Advanced Study

Brown University

Episode: The role of universities in a democratic society (a collaboration with “Brown 2026”)

Björn Bremer

Political Scientist at Central European University and JFK Memorial Fellow at Harvard

Central European University

Episode: Why the left keeps losing (or does it)?

Paul Pierson

Political Scientist at UC Berkeley and expert on U.S. politics

University of California, Berkeley

Episode: Why the left keeps losing (or does it)?

Małgorzata Mazurek

Historian, associate professor of Polish studies, author of The Economics of Heerness

Columbia University

Episode: Imagining the macroeconomy in interwar Poland

Charlotte Cavaille

Assistant Professor of Public Policy at the University of Michigan's Gerald Ford School of Public Policy

University of Michigan

Episode: The puzzling politics of inequality

Branko Milanovic

Senior Scholar at the Stone Center on Socio-Economic Inequality at the CUNY Graduate Center in New York

CUNY Graduate Center

Episode: The puzzling politics of inequality

Brett Christophers

Professor at the Institute for Housing and Urban Research and author

Uppsala University

Episode: Why capitalism can’t solve the climate crisis

Host

Mark Blyth

Director of the Rhodes Center, a political economist known for his engaging discussions on economics and politics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 141 ratings

Exceptional
An incredible podcast that takes complex topics of economics and finance and presents them in a highly comprehensible and engaging way. My new favourite - can’t recommend highly enough!
Apple Podcasts
5
Dr. Hugo Z. Hackenbush
Australia3 months ago
Pulse Check on Society
Mark Blyth always seems to have his finger on the pulse of society. This allows him to notice subtle changes which indicate deeper issues concerning the flows of capital. Serious discussions for people who are seriously interested in understanding the world.
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5
InternationalPolJunkie
United States3 months ago
Excellent podcast
Am a fan of Mark. Think it would be better if it the conversations were a bit more in depth / if they allowed a bit more time to explore the topics.
Apple Podcasts
4
demone222
United Kingdom5 months ago
Best economics podcast
I’m always excited when a new episode drops. Wish more people knew the name Mark Blyth.
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5
svrnclv
United States7 months ago
This is the cure to the insanity which other political podcasts give you.
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Independent from who exactly? Central banks and democracy (part 1)

Q: What would your ideal form of independent central bank look like?

The ideal model would be one where the legislature has active management over the central bank, allowing for regular input and steering of monetary policy in a predictable manner.

Independent from who exactly? Central banks and democracy (part 1)

Q: Why not just go with more accountability for central banks instead of limiting their independence?

The notion of accountability through transparency can lead to performative politics that distract from actual responsibility, making it crucial to maintain democratic control over monetary policy.

Independent from who exactly? Central banks and democracy (part 1)

Q: What is the difference in your mind between fiscal and monetary policy, and why is that important?

Fiscal policy is about tax and spend, usually happening in the legislature, while monetary policy focuses on steering the economy without explicit distribution but has significant distributional consequences.

Independent from who exactly? Central banks and democracy (part two)

Q: Are there any signs of hope in Congress regarding monetary policy reform?

While there's frustration with Congress, some legislators are asking critical questions about monetary policy, indicating a potential for change if they gain confidence.

Independent from who exactly? Central banks and democracy (part two)

Q: Isn't this exactly the type of government-central bank coordination that people on the left have been calling for?

While some argue it's a form of democratization, it actually centralizes power in the presidency, which conflicts with democratic principles of shared governance.

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Focused on the intersections of economics, politics, and society, this series features in-depth discussions with experts examining pressing contemporary issues. Topics frequently explored include income inequality, political populism, the role of universities, and the impact of historical economic theories on modern society. The host engages with a variety of scholars and practitioners, contributing diverse perspectives to complex subjects like climate change and global supply chains. The ability to break down intricate content into accessible discussions while maintaining intellectual rigor makes this podcast particularly unique and valuable for listeners interested in understanding the underlying forces shaping our world today.

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2. Karin Wulf
3. Kevin McLaughlin
4. Björn Bremer
5. Paul Pierson
6. Małgorzata Mazurek
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