Think Like An Economist
Betsey Stevenson & Justin Wolfers
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 will take you on a joyous romp through their field as they introduce you to the big ideas in economics, and show how you can apply them to live in your own life. Their signature approach reveals that every decision is an economic decision and this podcast uncovers the economic forces that shape the world around you. Betsey and Justin believe that economics is a superpower, and they want to teach you to fly.
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S E4: Core Principle 3 - The Marginal Principle - Just One More?
Think Like An Economist
08/18/20 • 15 min
How many hours should you work? How many people should you hire? How many children should you have? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers teach us how to make decisions about ‘how many’ of pretty much anything and in any circumstance.
Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.
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S E3: Core Principle 2 - The Opportunity Cost Principle - Or What?
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08/18/20 • 17 min
What would you do instead of taking that dream job? What would you eat for dinner instead of that burger? And how would you spend your lunch hour if not at the gym? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers get us to think about the next best alternative to anything, and how that can transform the decisions we make.
Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.
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S E2: Core Principle 1 - The Cost-Benefit Principle - The Pros & Cons
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08/18/20 • 17 min
Making a pros-and-cons list when you’re stuck isn’t a bad piece of advice, it’s actually a staple of Thinking Like An Economist. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers walk us through thinking about the costs and benefits of every decision, and also warn of red flags that can lead us astray.
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S E1: Why Should You Think Like an Economist?
Think Like An Economist
08/04/20 • 15 min
Want to make ‘no regrets decisions’? This podcast will teach you how! Betsey Stevenson and
Justin Wolfers are on a mission to equip everyone with key tools from economics that can
truly transform your life: from career dilemmas and financial conundrums to sorting out
complicated problems in your personal life, economics will help you. Let’s get stuck in.
Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.
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S E30: Consumption and Saving - Spend Now or Save to Spend Later
Think Like An Economist
02/16/21 • 18 min
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.
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S E29: Assignment: Spending and Saving
Think Like An Economist
02/09/21 • 0 min
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.
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S E33: Exchange Rates & International Finance - The flow of currencies around the world
Think Like An Economist
03/09/21 • 25 min
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.
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S E26: Economic Growth - Improving our Lives
Think Like An Economist
01/19/21 • 19 min
When an economy grows, we live better lives. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers show you how economic growth is fuelled by the mix of skilled workers, the right investments and new ideas. As one idea leads to another, innovation helps boost the economy and can make the world a better place.
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S E31: Investment - Upfront costs for future gains
Think Like An Economist
02/23/21 • 19 min
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.
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S E27: Unemployment - Does joblessness have to mean hopelessness?
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01/26/21 • 17 min
Being unemployed can be very stressful, so what can economists do to help people back to work? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers discuss what it means to be jobless, and what to do if you're unlucky enough to lose your job.
Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Think Like An Economist have?
Think Like An Economist currently has 54 episodes available.
What topics does Think Like An Economist cover?
The podcast is about Economics, Education, Science, Courses and Social Sciences.
What is the most popular episode on Think Like An Economist?
The episode title 'S E4: Core Principle 3 - The Marginal Principle - Just One More?' is the most popular with 1 listens and 1 ratings.
What is the average episode length on Think Like An Economist?
The average episode length on Think Like An Economist is 18 minutes.
How often are episodes of Think Like An Economist released?
Episodes of Think Like An Economist are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Think Like An Economist?
The first episode of Think Like An Economist was released on Jul 16, 2020.
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