Economics Explained
On Economics Explained, we take a look at interesting countries, policies, and decisions from the point of view of an economist. The world is an interesting place and we hope to uncover some of this intrigue in our short, informative podcasts.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 17 minutes
- Episodes
- 275
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Has The Gulf Mega Finance Experiment Failed?
Exploring the incredible transformation of the Persian Gulf from a collection of small fishing villages to the global epicenter of oil-fueled opulence. Cities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Riyadh have r…
00:15:04 |
Fri 06 Sep 2024
Could Thailand Reshape Asia Despite Its Chronic Instability?
Thailand has faced decades of political turmoil, but its economy has continued to grow, defying the odds. Strategically located and driven by strong industries, Thailand has managed to navigate throu…
00:16:00 |
Mon 26 Aug 2024
The Most Mismanaged Economy in the World
Venezuela, a nation blessed with the largest oil reserves in the world, has shockingly transformed from potential powerhouse to economic disaster. In this video, we dive into the mismanagement that l…
00:16:42 |
Fri 23 Aug 2024
Spain Was a Warning
In 2006, Spain's economy was booming, experiencing unparalleled growth since the turn of the millennium. With per capita output more than doubling in just six years, some economists predicted that Sp…
00:16:57 |
Fri 09 Aug 2024
Brazil Should Be a Superpower, but It Isn’t...
2016 was supposed to mark Brazil's rise as an economic superpower. The country saw rapid growth in industries, surpassing India and Italy, and nearing France and the UK in economic output. Improvemen…
00:16:11 |
Mon 29 Jul 2024
Do The Olympics Predict Economic Disaster?
For decades, hosting the Olympics has been seen as a prestigious opportunity to showcase a nation's success. However, history shows that these events often coincide with economic challenges. Russia h…
00:15:54 |
Mon 22 Jul 2024
How Hawaii Became a Poor State Made For the Rich
Hawaii, the last state to join the USA, is renowned not just for its pivotal role in military operations and its allure as a top tourist destination, but also for its significant economic contributio…
00:17:46 |
Mon 15 Jul 2024
How a new type of immigration is radically changing Portugal's economy.
In this video, we explore the dramatic changes in Portugal's economy driven by the influx of digital nomads. Discover how warm sandy beaches, vibrant culture, excellent internet speeds, and affordabl…
00:11:48 |
Mon 08 Jul 2024
Is Ireland's Economy a Scam?
Welcome to Ireland, a nation with two contrasting economic realities. On the surface, Ireland's economy appears as one of the world’s richest, only behind Luxembourg in the IMF rankings, surpassing g…
00:17:51 |
Fri 05 Jul 2024
Why Mississippi Is the Worst State in the USA
Mississippi, once the richest state in the USA, now has the lowest GDP per capita, highest poverty rate, and slowest growth. What caused this dramatic decline? Let's find out.
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00:15:19 |
Tue 25 Jun 2024
Could The Philippines Predict Our Next Decade?
Discover the hidden gem of Southeast Asia! The Philippines is rapidly growing into a global economic powerhouse, leveraging its vibrant workforce and unique strategies. Uncover the fascinating influe…
00:18:30 |
Fri 21 Jun 2024
How Has Turkey Been Going?
Turkey's economy faces severe inflation and a 96% devaluation of the Lira. Despite recent interest rate hikes, stabilization remains elusive. Will Turkey overcome its economic challenges, or is it to…
00:15:58 |
Mon 17 Jun 2024
What Makes The Netherlands So Special?
Discover the Netherlands' unique economic journey, from pioneering modern trade and finance to overcoming Dutch Disease. See why it's one of the most productive and livable countries today. Can other…
00:14:39 |
Fri 14 Jun 2024
The Ranks of Global Billionaires: Not All Billionaires Are Made Equal
Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates, two gentlemen fighting back and forth for the title of world richest man. These two individuals seem very very similar, for starters, of course, they are both billionaires,…
00:18:05 |
Sun 02 Jun 2024
The Economics of Disasters
The Wuhan Coronavirus, the active impeachment of a sitting US president, an earthquake and volcanic eruption in the Philippines, floods in Indonesia, the death of Kobe Bryant, magnitude 7.7 earthquak…
00:13:42 |
Thu 30 May 2024
The Economy of Sweden
Sweden is a beautiful Scandinavian country famed for its beautiful people, flat-packed furniture, PewDiePie and meatballs. Now of course if you hadn’t guessed by the channels title we are only here t…
00:16:36 |
Sun 26 May 2024
The Economy of the Philippines
The Philippines, a beautiful tropical archipelago of islands that forms one of the most important economies in the world today. This nation often flies under the radar as a quiet achiever but it is b…
00:17:10 |
Thu 23 May 2024
The Economy of the Soviet Union
The Soviet Union is one of the most historically significant economies to understand, not only because it was the home to some of the most controversial economic practices ever, not only because it w…
00:17:16 |
Sat 18 May 2024
The Economy of South Africa
South Africa is an economy that is really important to understand as a kind of potential outcome case study of inequality gone bad. The nation itself, on paper at least is not so terrible, it is actu…
00:16:17 |
Sun 12 May 2024
The Tragic Reality of Brain Drain on Poor Countries
The phenomenon of brain drain is when the best and brightest workers from poor countries immigrate to rich countries in the pursuit of higher pay and living conditions. This can hinder the developmen…
00:15:11 |
Wed 08 May 2024
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