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Economics For All Your Decisions In Life - From Romance to Retirement
Dec 14, 2021
21m 21s
Useful Economics in Everyday Life
Dec 7, 2021
18m 33s
A Conversation with Emily Oster: The Economics of Pregnancy, Parenting and the Pandemic
Nov 30, 2021
27m 58s
A Conversation with Larry Summers: The Influence of Economic Ideas and the Dangers of Secular Stagnation
Nov 9, 2021
31m 35s
A Conversation with Greg Mankiw: Financial Crisis, Recessions and Communicating Economics
Nov 2, 2021
28m 51s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 12/14/21 |  Economics For All Your Decisions In Life - From Romance to Retirement | Think Like An Economist has taken you on a journey through the economic principles, showing you the tools of economics, and how they can be applied at home and at work. In this season finale, Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers reveal the big life choices they've made using those tools of economics, and how you can apply economics to help make decisions throughout your life.Co-Host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media Production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 21m 21s | ||||||
| 12/7/21 |  Useful Economics in Everyday Life | We're all actors in the economy, with different habits, dilemmas and choices. And economics is about everyday decisions in our daily lives as much as it is about government policy. As economics professors, Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers have honed the ways to show how economics involves everyone. They discuss their method of teaching economics, and the way they show that economic tools can help us all make good decisions.Co-Host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 18m 33s | ||||||
| 11/30/21 |  A Conversation with Emily Oster: The Economics of Pregnancy, Parenting and the Pandemic | Emily Oster is one of the most interesting economists in the world, and she uses the tools of economics in everything she does. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers explore Emily's thoughts about how economic ideas can provide useful insight for parents and families. This audio course is about how to think like an economist, and Emily models exactly how to do this.Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 27m 58s | ||||||
| 11/9/21 |  A Conversation with Larry Summers: The Influence of Economic Ideas and the Dangers of Secular Stagnation | Larry Summers has been at the forefront of economic thinking for decades - a World Bank chief economist, Professor at Harvard and U.S. Treasury Secretary. He's also warned that the global economy is in the midst of secular stagnation. In this episode, he tells Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers why the economy is stagnant, in spite of low interest rates. The three economists also discuss why their field is so influential, and Larry reveals how policy makers get things done.Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 31m 35s | ||||||
| 11/2/21 |  A Conversation with Greg Mankiw: Financial Crisis, Recessions and Communicating Economics | Professor Greg Mankiw is one of the most influential economists today: a New Keynesian, advisor to Presidents, and a good friend of Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers. In this episode, the three of them discuss what we can learn from financial crises, why globalisation has lost its shine, and how best to communicate economic ideas.Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 28m 51s | ||||||
| 9/21/21 |  Behavioral Economics - We're only human! | We all can make mistakes when faced with choices. Biases and old habits can get in the way of good economic decision making. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers discuss the way our psychology affects our decisions, and they show how to make better judgements and assess the risks.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 11m 15s | ||||||
| 9/14/21 |  Making Decisions in an Uncertain World | Uncertainty and risk are all around us. So how can we make good decisions when we don't know what will happen? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers show you how to understand risk, and your reaction to it, as well as giving you the tools to help reduce risk.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 20m 14s | ||||||
| 9/7/21 |  Game Theory - Thinking Strategically | In business, as in life, we often have to make decisions based on what others choose. But how do we make the right strategic decisions? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers unpick the problems of strategic cooperation and coordination, and show you the four steps for making good strategic decisions. You now have two choices - to listen to this episode, or not!Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 22m 40s | ||||||
| 8/31/21 |  Business Strategy - How to boost profitability | Great entrepreneurs identify opportunities for long-term profits before other people can. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers will help you learn how to spot your business opportunities and show you the five forces that determine profitability.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 23m 57s | ||||||
| 8/24/21 |  Entry, Exit and Long-Run Profitability - How to get ahead in the Market | If there are profits to be made, entrepreneurs will be there to start their business. But how can they stay ahead of the competition and deter new rivals from entering the market? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers guide you through the choices managers make to remain profitable, and explain why businesses try to crush healthy competition.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 21m 41s | ||||||
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| 8/17/21 |  Why wages vary - Why some of us get paid more than others | Why do some people earn so much more than others? How does society value certain jobs over other jobs - and how can we make sure we get a higher wage? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers help navigate the vagaries of the job market, and have some advice how to get the best wage deal.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 22m 34s | ||||||
| 8/10/21 |  Think Like An Economist gets back to business | Economists Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers are back to help you think like an economist. This season is our mini-MBA, and we'll unpack even more economic tools, with a focus on showing you how to make wise business decisions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 2m 16s | ||||||
| 5/11/21 |  Aggregate Demand & Aggregate Supply | It's time to explore macroeconomics from a new yet familiar perspective, using economy-wide supply and demand curves to forecast the economy's total output and average price level. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers show you how this perspective can help you diagnose the economy's ills, and prescribe the appropriate policy medicine.SummaryCo-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 23m 02s | ||||||
| 5/4/21 |  Budget Deficits and Government Debt | Government deficits and debt are at record levels in many countries, provoking widespread anxiety. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers explain why governments run deficits and rack up debt, whether they're likely to be sustainable, and if you really need to worry.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 20m 35s | ||||||
| 4/27/21 |  Fiscal Policy - Government Spending and Taxes | There's no bigger player in the economy than the government, which can adjust billions of dollars worth of taxes and spending. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers explain how policymakers can adjust these levers to keep the economy on track.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 16m 10s | ||||||
| 4/20/21 |  Monetary Policy - The Financial Levers That Tame Business Cycles | Central Banks around the world, such as the Federal Reserve, work to keep the economy running smoothly. They set interest rates and adjust financial conditions to keep inflation and unemployment stable and low. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers take you to the heart of the Fed's decision making process, and explain how those decisions affect your life and the broader economy. Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 24m 11s | ||||||
| 4/13/21 |  The Fed Model - Predicting what will happen to the Economy | When a shock such as the Covid pandemic sends waves through the global economy, how do economists find ways to respond? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers guide you through the Fed Model - the mainstay of policy makers and financiers around the world. They examine the key relationships in the macroeconomy and the shocks that destabilise them.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 23m 55s | ||||||
| 3/30/21 |  Inflation and the Phillips Curve | Why do we end up paying higher prices than we used to? And what are the main causes of this economy-wide inflation? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers talk us through how expectations influence inflation, and how greater demand, and problems with supply can push up prices.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 25m 07s | ||||||
| 3/23/21 |  Connecting Interest Rates & Output | What is the most important price in the economy? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers say that it's the interest rate, and they dig into where it comes from, and how it drives all spending in the economy. These big ideas yield a framework called the IS-MP model which policymakers use to help devise fiscal and monetary policies to kick-start the economy.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 23m 39s | ||||||
| 3/16/21 |  The Boom and Bust of Business Cycles | Even economists find navigating the ups and downs of expansions and recessions tricky. With the COVID-19 recession still affecting millions around the world, Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers help you make sense of the business cycles that affect all of our lives. And they have some handy tools to help you understand where the economy is headed.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 19m 15s | ||||||
| 3/9/21 |  Exchange Rates & International Finance - The flow of currencies around the world | How can a change in the currency markets change the price of a loaf of bread? And is a strong currency useful? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers explain how imports and exports are affected by foreign exchange markets.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 25m 07s | ||||||
| 3/2/21 |  The Financial Sector - Bonds, Stocks and Shares - should you or shouldn't you? | Are you thinking about investing in the Financial Markets? Should you put some of your retirement savings into bonds, or stocks and shares? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers explain how you can invest and have some simple words of advice for you. Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media Production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 25m 26s | ||||||
| 2/23/21 |  Investment - Upfront costs for future gains | When businesses invest, they're weighing upfront costs against future gains. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers show you how executives make smart investment decisions, and how you can use the same ideas to figure out whether to invest in your education, your health, or your financial future.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 19m 32s | ||||||
| 2/16/21 |  Consumption and Saving - Spend Now or Save to Spend Later | We all make decisions about when to spend our money and when to save for our future selves. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers show you the tools to make the right spending and saving choices at different times of your life, and what it all means for the macroeconomy.Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 18m 47s | ||||||
| 2/9/21 |  Assignment: Spending and Saving | The Think Like An Economist team are taking a break this week, but we'll be back next week to look at consumption and savings. See you then, Betsey, Justin and Nas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 0m 53s | ||||||
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