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The aim of this weekly podcast is to make economics easy, uncomplicated and accessible. With the world at a political, technological and financial tipping point, economics has never been so important to all of us and yet, it’s made inaccessible and complicated by so many.
I’ve always thought what is complicated is rarely important and what is important is rarely complicated.
That will be our motto.
Every week we are going to tease out some big economic or political issue facing us, not just here in Ireland but in Europe and further afield. Globalisation has brought us all together. We all face similar challenges whether you live in Dublin, London, Minnesota or Milan.
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The aim of this weekly podcast is to make economics easy, uncomplicated and accessible. With the world at a political, technological and financial tipping point, economics has never been so important to all of us and yet, it’s made inaccessible and complicated by so many.
I’ve always thought what is complicated is rarely important and what is important is rarely complicated.
That will be our motto.
Every week we are going to tease out some big economic or political issue facing us, not just here in Ireland but in Europe and further afield. Globalisation has brought us all together. We all face similar challenges whether you live in Dublin, London, Minnesota or Milan.
If you would like to enjoy all of our content ad-free and have early access to episodes, subscribe to DMCW+ on Apple Podcast.
If you would like to support the show, please consider becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/DavidMcWilliams.

Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast.



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    2024:23 The Economics of the Film Industry with Ed Guiney

    2024:23 The Economics of the Film Industry with Ed Guiney

    In this episode, we sit down with Ed Guiney, the visionary co-founder of the six-time Oscar-winning production company, Element Pictures. The studio is the powerhouse behind cinematic masterpieces like 'Brooklyn' and 'Poor Things', and TV dramas such as 'Normal People'.  We delve into the fascinating tale of Ireland's cinematic resurgence, fueled by strategic tax incentives and our rich storytelling tradition. Join us as we uncover the secrets to Ireland's rise as a global film hub, from script to screen - it is nothing short of an enlightening discussion on the economics of filmmaking with one of the industry's leading minds. Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast.



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    • 40 min
    2024:22 The Irish Government, as trustworthy as a Kate Middleton photo-album?

    2024:22 The Irish Government, as trustworthy as a Kate Middleton photo-album?

    No one trusts them, the Irish government or Katie M's doctored photos. For them its part of the national theatre, for us its a national threat. How did the government misread the public and why does the public not believe them? Is Ireland progressive or reactionary? Despite a track record of successful progressive referenda, from gay marriage to abortion rights, there is now a palpable uncertainty regarding Ireland's liberal democratic identity. Is the tide shifting? We argue it is signals the onset of a new era. From the riots in November to this vote, the rumblings of restlessness are everywhere. We stand at the precipice of societal and political change, yet our elite seems oblivious. Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast.



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    • 33 min
    2024:21 Bitcoin is Still Not Money

    2024:21 Bitcoin is Still Not Money

    Bitcoin is being touted as a revolutionary asset, but in reality, it's often the wealthy transferring wealth to unsuspecting individuals, marketed as a stroke of financial liberation. This asset is not money - it lacks many characteristics traditionally associated with money. It functions scarcely as a medium of exchange, lacks stability in value, and operates without regulation. Instead, it predominantly serves as a speculative asset or digital commodity. Despite this, it garners headlines as big tech and the SEC embrace it, ironically contradicting its anti-establishment roots from the cyberpunk era. Currently, the global cryptocurrency market represents less than 2% of the bond market. While every movement of Bitcoin is amplified by its evangelists, other shifts in the bond market typically generate a muted response. Despite Bitcoin's recent surge to a new peak of $69,000, it still lacks intrinsic value, inviting speculation on who ultimately benefits from its volatility - and we're just waiting to see who the greatest fool is. EFTs are just a brilliant way of offloading from the rich to the poor punter. Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast.



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    • 30 min
    2024:20 Why Is China Getting So Rich?

    2024:20 Why Is China Getting So Rich?

    For International Women's Day, we're thrilled to welcome Alice Evans, who is currently immersed in writing a book on gender equality across different cultures. This week, we travel to southeast Asia with Alice, whose storytelling transports us to China - where we explain the rise of China through their love of money, their increasing emphasis on wealth and their Lunar New Year's celebration's focus on monetary gain. Join us as we navigate the fascinating interplay between money, gender dynamics, cultural norms, and societal evolution in Southeast Asia. Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast.



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    • 33 min
    2024:19 ADHD Nation

    2024:19 ADHD Nation

    In this episode, we delve into the concept of black swan events and explore how they resonate with contemporary art & culture. A black swan event, a term popularized by Nassim Taleb, describes an unpredictable event with severe consequences beyond normal expectations. Is the tiktokisation of culture that we are experiencing its own black swan event? Is social media to blame for the shift from authentic creation to derivative works driven by trends? As art becomes increasingly commodified and driven by algorithms, we risk losing the essence of human culture. We examine how art has transitioned from a form of expression and exploration to a tool for education and, more recently, a source of instant dopamine hits. This evolution has led to a proliferation of derivative content, threatening the fabric of creativity. Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast.



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    • 34 min
    2024:18 Stuck in 1980s

    2024:18 Stuck in 1980s

    This week, we return to the theme of acceleration and confront a stark reality: much of Ireland is stuck in 1984. Despite boasting an economy that has expanded between 20 to 30 times since the mid 80s —earning us the title of one of the world's fastest-growing economies — our public infrastructure remains trapped in the past. We explore the paradox of aggregation becomes apparent: while the aggregate wealth has surged, the benefits have not been equally distributed, leaving our infrastructure lagging behind. The question looms: who is to blame for this stagnation? We travel across the country to Cork, Limerick, and Galway to understand how proper implementation of regional development could benefit these already vibrant cities. Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast.



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    • 32 min

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Grainne F ,

Incredible podcast

As a massive podcast listener this podcast is a must listen. Such engaging content and great hosts - I’ve learnt a lot from listening to this podcast.

Mr Kindness ,

Waiting on the next podcast about the economic impact of Genocide

Would love to hear the economic impact of Genocide after the historical review of the conflict between the occupation and Gaza.

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Cringe

David has a brilliant knowledge of economics and mostly solid knowledge of history, if he’d stop virtue signalling to the left for brownie points and never said a word again about sport or music, all of which only serves to outline him as a “spoofer”, well then the podcast would be near 5 star. Good work, but you can do better

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