Cover image of Think Like An Economist

Think Like An Economist

Think Like an Economist and you’ll see the world more clearly, empowering you to make better decisions at work, at home, and in your community. Leading economists Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers w... Read more

Podcast cover

S E53: Economics For All Your Decisions In Life - From Romance to Retirement

S E53: 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, ... Read more

14 Dec 2021

21mins

Podcast cover

S E52: Useful Economics in Everyday Life

S E52: Useful Economics in Everyday Life

We're all actors in the economy, with different habits, dilemmas and choices. And economics is about everyday decisions ... Read more

7 Dec 2021

18mins

Podcast cover

S E51: A Conversation with Emily Oster: The Economics of Pregnancy, Parenting and the Pandemic

S E51: 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 sh... Read more

30 Nov 2021

27mins

Podcast cover

S E50: A Conversation with Larry Summers: The Influence of Economic Ideas and the Dangers of Secular Stagnation

S E50: 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 Ha... Read more

9 Nov 2021

31mins

Most Popular Podcasts

Podcast cover

S E49: A Conversation with Greg Mankiw: Financial Crisis, Recessions and Communicating Economics

S E49: 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 goo... Read more

2 Nov 2021

28mins

Podcast cover

S E48: Behavioral Economics - We're only human!

S E48: 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 mak... Read more

21 Sep 2021

11mins

Podcast cover

S E47: Making Decisions in an Uncertain World

S E47: 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 St... Read more

14 Sep 2021

20mins

Podcast cover

S E46: Game Theory - Thinking Strategically

S E46: 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 strat... Read more

7 Sep 2021

22mins

Podcast cover

S E45: Business Strategy - How to boost profitability

S E45: Business Strategy - How to boost profitability

Great entrepreneurs identify opportunities for long-term profits before other people can. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wo... Read more

31 Aug 2021

23mins

Podcast cover

S E44: Entry, Exit and Long-Run Profitability - How to get ahead in the Market

S E44: 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... Read more

24 Aug 2021

21mins

“Podium: AI tools for podcasters. Generate show notes, transcripts, highlight clips, and more with AI. Try it today at https://podium.page”