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The Sound of Economics

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European Union
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Eu-China Relations
Green Transition
China's Economic Development
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Belt and Road Initiative
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Russia
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Fiscal Rules
Debt Sustainability
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The Sound of Economics brings you insights, debates, and research-based discussions on economic policy in Europe and beyond. The podcast is produced by Bruegel, an independent and non-doctrinal think tank based in Brussels. It seeks to contribute to European and global economic policy-making through open, fact-based, and policy-relevant research, analysis, and debate.

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In this episode of The Sound of Economics, host Rebecca Christie speaks about fossil fuel challenges with Admir Šahmanović, Montenegro's Minister of Energy and Mining, Bruegel’s Western Balkans expert Nina Vujanović and Rouven Stubbe of the Helmholz-... more

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In this episode of The Sound of Economics, host Rebecca Christie speaks about the European Union’s innovation hopes with Bruegel’s Fiona Scott Morton and Reinhilde Veugelers as well as Tobias Tröger, SAFE Chair of Private Law, Trade and Business Law,... more

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In this episode of The Sound of Economics, host Rebecca Christie talks about the economy and politics of Italy with Bruegel’s Emmanuel Mourlon-Druol and Francesco Papadia. Why does Italy always feel on the brink of a crisis, even as it has been one o... more

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On 12 March 2026, China approved its 15th Five-Year Plan, setting the country's economic and strategic direction through 2030. In this episode of The Sound of Economics, Yuyun Zhan and Alicia García-Herrero sit down with Bert Hofman for a first asses... more

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Tobias Tröger
Professor at Goethe University, Frankfurt; SAFE Finance School
Goethe University Frankfurt; SAFE Finance School
Episode: What the heck is a 28th Regime?
Francesco Papadia
Bruegel colleague; economist
Bruegel
Episode: Italy and Europe
Emmanuel Mourlon-Druol
Bruegel colleague; economic historian
Bruegel
Episode: Italy and Europe
Bert Hofman
Senior fellow at the East Asian Institute, National University of Singapore
East Asian Institute, National University of Singapore
Episode: First assessment of China's 15th Five-Year Plan
Klaas Knot
Former governor of the Dutch Central Bank
Dutch Central Bank
Episode: Inflation, Iran and the Industrial Accelerator Act
Jeromin Zettelmeyer
Director at Bruegel
Bruegel
Episode: Inflation, Iran and the Industrial Accelerator Act
Margrethe Vestager
Former European Commissioner, chair of the board at Danish Technical University
European Commission (former); Danish Technical University (chair)
Episode: Where can Europe be independent?
Ditte Brasso Sørensen
Director of a think tank in Copenhagen
Think tank in Copenhagen
Episode: Where can Europe be independent?
Ignacio García Bercero
Expert from Bruegel, previously with the European Commission
Bruegel
Episode: All about CBAM, the cross-border carbon levy

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Yuyun Zhan
Host of ZhōngHuá Mundus, focusing on economic issues.
Rebecca Christie
Host and contributor focusing on economic policy discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 115 ratings
  • This is not a podcast about economics

    The podcast is not about economics. It consists of professors in political science talking about how great they think the EU is.

    Apple Podcasts
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    The real Discipulus
    Denmarka year ago
  • Excellent podcast super credible contributors

    For anyone who is a interested in trade or other aspects of economics, this podcast gets into the weeds with real expert contributors.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    savod1977
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Good indepth

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DaniDani
    4 years ago
  • Good indepth

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dani
    4 years ago
  • Good, inspirational Bruegel content

    The first two episodes have covered important and interesting topics in an enlightening way for the uninitiated and the more knowledgable alike. The insights from Bruegel scholars in this new format are inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LeaFov
    Denmark10 years ago

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Inflation, Iran and the Industrial Accelerator Act
Q: Klaas, how should the ECB balance price stability with the need to address climate-related financial risks?
Central banks should prioritize price stability in the medium term, but they can and should take climate-related financial risks into account within that framework, using scenario analysis and governance to guide decisions without overstepping the core mandate.
China’s financial system: big, powerful and still state-run
Q: Is China's financial system institutionally and politically ready to internationalize alongside this ambition?
China desires to internationalize its currency but is not ready to pay the price, as capital account convertibility poses risks to trapped savings.
Europe’s looming budget fight
Q: How do you see divisions among the countries evolving?
Countries will agree on a common position, but the final agreements are often only limited changes to the status quo.
Europe’s looming budget fight
Q: What do you think should happen?
A flexible budget is needed to adjust spending according to changing needs and circumstances.
EU-India: trading partners with potential
Q: Amita, what is the attitude or what are the attitudes, plural, toward Europe from India?
The perspectives between India and the EU regarding trade agreements have changed positively due to shifts in the global economic order and a more flexible EU approach.

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Focusing on economic policy discussions, this podcast offers a platform for insights and debates surrounding European and global economic affairs. Each episode typically features expert guests who provide research-based perspectives and analyses on pressing economic issues such as trade relations, taxation challenges, and sustainability initiatives. Through comprehensive discussions, it aims to clarify complex economic concepts and promote understanding of policies affecting both Europe and the broader international landscape. Unique in its approach, the podcast successfully combines rigorous academic commentary with accessible explanations, making it suitable for both industry professionals and curious laypersons alike.

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