54 episodes
Think Like An Economist Betsey Stevenson & Justin Wolfers
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4.3 • 36 Ratings
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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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Why Should You Think Like an Economist?
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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Core Principle 1 - The Cost-Benefit Principle - The Pros & Cons
How economists weigh up every decision.
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Core Principle 2 - The Opportunity Cost Principle - Or What?
Why economists think twice before making any decision, even snacking on junk food.
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Core Principle 3 - The Marginal Principle - Just One More?
Ask yourself - should you have another?
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Core Principle 4 - The Interdependence Principle - No Decision is an Island
No decision is an island.
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Is now the time to improve yourself?
Economists don't panic during a pandemic!
Customer Reviews
A Great way to Learn about Economics
If you have an interest in learning about economics, then this is a great place to begin.
Economics is a tough subject to cover as it can be pretty dry. But the style of conversation and the way they have related concepts to real world scenarios (that are relatable) make it highly informative and entertaining.
Concise entertaining primer on economic principles
great for kids and people new to area
Don’t Bother
The mundane lifeless energy and subjects of this podcast made watching paint dry a better option!