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The Economic Philosophy of George Soros Sep 08, 2023

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Billionaire George Soros has been funding democracy promotion around the world for decades, through his Open Society Foundations. For his efforts, he has become a bogeyman for the far right. But what economic philosophies drive Soros’s charity work? And how do they align with the business strategies that made him so fabulously wealthy? Adam and Cameron dig in.

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The Pencil as Economic Metaphor Sep 01, 2023

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Adam and Cameron discuss the common pencil—both a must-have back-to-school item and a metaphor for the free-market economy.

Also on the show: The economics of Mongolia.

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A Tale of Two Economies Aug 25, 2023

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Economic growth in Japan is surging while the U.K. continues its long slump. Adam and Cameron explain what's driving the trends in each country.

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Ruble Roulette Aug 18, 2023

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Are Western sanctions on Russia working? The Russian central bank raised interest rates by a dramatic 3.5 percent in the past week after the ruble dropped sharply—clear signs that the Russian economy is faltering. But in many ways, Moscow has defied expectations. Adam and Cameron explain how.

Also on the show: the economics of Niger.

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China's Economic Crisis Aug 11, 2023

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China is facing a crisis in its real estate market that threatens to impact its economy overall. Adam and Cameron explore the broader issues in China accounting for the slowdown.

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The Economic Impact of Israel’s Surge Toward Authoritarianism Aug 04, 2023

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The government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been moving Israel steadily toward authoritarianism, with a series of proposed laws designed to weaken the country’s Supreme Court. In response, many thousands of Israelis have protested, high-tech companies have pulled out, and credit rating agencies are issuing warnings about investment in Israel. Cameron and Adam discuss how all this will impact Israel’s economy and the country’s future.

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Introducing The Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women Aug 02, 2023

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For a bonus listen this week, we're sharing an episode from The Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women, a podcast from FP about women creating change through economic empowerment, hosted by Reena Ninan.

The latest season focuses on the role of male allies. When are they effective? Why are they doing this work? And how do they influence men and boys? In this episode, hear how two groups of allies in South Africa are working to end gender-based violence in their country.

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Bidenomics Jul 28, 2023

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What is U.S. President Joe Biden's economic philosophy? Post-neoliberal? Or maybe pre-neoliberal? Or something else altogether? Adam and Cameron discuss.

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The Economics of Hollywood Jul 21, 2023

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The old debate over equity in Hollywood has become much more complicated thanks to streaming services and artificial intelligence. Adam and Cameron break it down.

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Trillion Dollar Sticker Shock? Let's All Get Over It Jul 14, 2023

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Addressing crises around the world from climate change to poverty will require spending many trillions of dollars. Yet the T-word remains a taboo among politicians. On this episode, Adam and Cameron discuss why we need to embrace it.

Also on the show: The economics of cigarettes.

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