Episodes (Page 48)
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Michael Munger analyzes Chile's shift to a centralized public transit system.
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Arnold Kling reflects on his father's death and healthcare experiences.
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Richard McKenzie explores various pricing puzzles and economic principles.
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Don Boudreaux examines the recent surge in energy prices.
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Steve Cole provides insights into the new car pricing market.
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Gene Epstein advocates for a gold standard over fiat money.
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Robin Hanson explains the economic concept of signalling.
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Allan Meltzer analyzes the Federal Reserve's functions and pressures.
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Chris Anderson explores the increasing prevalence of 'free' goods.
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John Nye discusses Britain and France's trade history, challenging traditional views on free trade.
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William Bernstein explores the history of global trade and its impact on societies.
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Russ Roberts critiques the idea that capitalism requires 'bottom' jobs for the 'top' to thrive.
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Diane Coyle discusses economic growth measurement and factors influencing national growth rates.
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Christopher Coyne analyzes the successes and failures of exporting democracy after war.
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Deirdre McCloskey debates whether capitalism fosters ethical behavior or diminishes it.
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Michael Munger explains the economic arguments for and history of subsidies.
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Tyler Cowen discusses money, inflation, the Federal Reserve, and the gold standard.
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Stephen Marglin argues markets can undermine community connections and social bonds.
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Vernon Smith explores rationality in economics, contrasting constructivist and ecological forms.
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Thomas Sowell discusses economic facts and fallacies.