Economics
Chapters
The traditional response in economics towards exhausted resources and environmental consequences involved relying on the free market but failed to understand the concept of depletion, thus creating a flawed structure.
30:39 - 37:42 (07:03)
Summary
The traditional response in economics towards exhausted resources and environmental consequences involved relying on the free market but failed to understand the concept of depletion, thus creating a flawed structure. This concept continues and never truly improved with new jobs being created in exchange for lost ones in isolated industries and communities.
Episode7. Would Maddy, Meg and Jemma get into Oxford?
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
The hosts discuss the economics of wiring a single chair versus an entire cell and suggest throwing a toaster in water on the ground to start a fire, like in an Usher music video.
20:19 - 21:08 (00:49)
Summary
The hosts discuss the economics of wiring a single chair versus an entire cell and suggest throwing a toaster in water on the ground to start a fire, like in an Usher music video. The episode is an advertisement for the Asshole Army Patreon.
Episode50 Cent and Chris Pratt Expose Fake Wokeness in Hollywood
PodcastAndrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
This podcast episode explores the modern critique of economics and central banking, questioning whether there are malevolent people with bad intent in the system, and discussing the limitations of predicting economic outcomes.
14:06 - 19:12 (05:05)
Summary
This podcast episode explores the modern critique of economics and central banking, questioning whether there are malevolent people with bad intent in the system, and discussing the limitations of predicting economic outcomes.
Episode#173 – Nic Carter: Bitcoin Core Values, Layered Scaling, and Blocksize Debates
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Discussion about the economics of small towns, including the average price of buildings and the tendency for individuals to hold out on selling.
19:16 - 22:16 (03:00)
Summary
Discussion about the economics of small towns, including the average price of buildings and the tendency for individuals to hold out on selling.
EpisodeAl Doan: $100M+ Quilt Mogul Who Bought Two Towns
PodcastMy First Million
In this conversation, podcast hosts dissect the ideas in the book Freakonomics and criticize its narrative on economics and social issues.
02:15 - 06:59 (04:43)
Summary
In this conversation, podcast hosts dissect the ideas in the book Freakonomics and criticize its narrative on economics and social issues. They talk about their new project "Trickle-Up Economics" as a way to reframe the American narrative.
EpisodeBonus: Mike's New Podcast!
PodcastMaintenance Phase
Economist Friedrich Hayek argues that the task of economics is to show people how little they actually know about what they think they can design.
19:25 - 24:30 (05:05)
Summary
Economist Friedrich Hayek argues that the task of economics is to show people how little they actually know about what they think they can design. He cautions against people with grand theories of how the world works, comparing them to chess players who move people around without considering their individual autonomy.
Episode#613: Russ Roberts on Lessons from F.A. Hayek and Nassim Taleb, Decision-Making Insights from Charles Darwin, The Dangers of Scientism, Wild Problems in Life and the Decisions That Define Us, Learnings from the Talmud, The Role of Prayer, and The Journey to Transcendence
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The economic model is built on the mythical average man who does not exist in real life, and economists are incapable of adapting to real-world problems that conflict with their beliefs about economics.
59:43 - 1:03:25 (03:42)
Summary
The economic model is built on the mythical average man who does not exist in real life, and economists are incapable of adapting to real-world problems that conflict with their beliefs about economics.
EpisodePart Two: That Time Britain Did A Genocide in Ireland
PodcastBehind the Bastards
In this episode, the host explains how the Federal Reserve Bank's money printing strategy in 2020 to combat deflation has led to inflation and higher unemployment rates.
12:08 - 22:08 (10:00)
Summary
In this episode, the host explains how the Federal Reserve Bank's money printing strategy in 2020 to combat deflation has led to inflation and higher unemployment rates.
EpisodeEverything You Need To Know About The Housing Market w/ Jaspreet Singh EP 1313
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Central bank support during a crisis can free up liquidity and maintain corporate accounts and jobs, but can also lead to asset inflation, which benefits those who hold assets over those receiving income.
16:59 - 24:00 (07:01)
Summary
Central bank support during a crisis can free up liquidity and maintain corporate accounts and jobs, but can also lead to asset inflation, which benefits those who hold assets over those receiving income. Violating the principle of providing liquidity occurs when the central bank or government provides necessary funds for survival.
EpisodeJon Talks to Thomas Hoenig: Our Economy Is a Delusion
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
The question of whether or not giving people money actually helps them is a contentious one among economists.
12:49 - 25:13 (12:24)
Summary
The question of whether or not giving people money actually helps them is a contentious one among economists. While some argue that poor people may not use the money wisely, others believe that lack of resources is a barrier to bettering their lives.
Episode139. Would a Big Bucket of Cash Really Change Your Life?
PodcastFreakonomics Radio
This podcast discusses the idea that controlling inflationary psychology is crucial to preventing economic downturns in the future.
16:05 - 25:20 (09:15)
Summary
This podcast discusses the idea that controlling inflationary psychology is crucial to preventing economic downturns in the future. It examines how people's beliefs about inflation and their behaviors towards it ultimately impact the economy.
EpisodeHow Expecting Inflation Can Actually Create More Inflation
PodcastThe Daily
The accuracy of economic predictions is debated as economists attempt to analyze and solve economic puzzles, but differing opinions among experts suggest that the field may not have a definite grasp on certain aspects of the economy.
05:34 - 11:46 (06:11)
Summary
The accuracy of economic predictions is debated as economists attempt to analyze and solve economic puzzles, but differing opinions among experts suggest that the field may not have a definite grasp on certain aspects of the economy.
EpisodeSelects: What's the misery index?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The belief that printing money can solve the economic problems is a fallacy that does not lead to prosperity, but it results in inflation and eventually makes people worse off.
1:03:59 - 1:10:42 (06:43)
Summary
The belief that printing money can solve the economic problems is a fallacy that does not lead to prosperity, but it results in inflation and eventually makes people worse off. There are no free lunches in the economy, and the addiction to universal income or subsidy can lead to permanent programs that only maintain the lifestyle people got accustomed to.
EpisodeE67: Revisiting Rogan, Canadian truckers' protest, fusion breakthrough, $MSFT's savvy move & more
PodcastAll-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
This podcast discusses how the ancient human institution of bondage mixed with the proto-modern economic system of the Renaissance in the 15th and 16th centuries, and how this contributed to the era of a trade revolution.
14:56 - 21:29 (06:33)
Summary
This podcast discusses how the ancient human institution of bondage mixed with the proto-modern economic system of the Renaissance in the 15th and 16th centuries, and how this contributed to the era of a trade revolution. It explores the idea that progress during this time wasn't necessarily progress for all people, as slavery and inequality were still rampant.
EpisodeShow 68 - BLITZ Human Resources
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
An analysis of the economic situation in Somalia and its connection with piracy activity in the region.
42:03 - 46:16 (04:12)
Summary
An analysis of the economic situation in Somalia and its connection with piracy activity in the region.