Mostly Economics

By: Center for Economic and Policy Research and Dean Baker
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  • Mostly Economics is a weekly show hosted by Center for Economic and Policy Research Senior Economist and co-founder, Dean Baker, about ways US economic policies affect everyday lives—from household budgets to global trade relationships. New episode released every Thursday.
    Copyright 2025 by Center for Economic and Policy Research and Dean Baker
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  • Mostly Economics Podcast #1 - What do we really know about MMT with Stephanie Kelton

    Mostly Economics Podcast #1 - What do we really know about MMT with Stephanie Kelton
    May 1 2025

    Dean Baker sits down with Stephanie Kelton to unpack the core ideas of Modern Monetary Theory (MMT). Kelton dispels common misconceptions about government spending, emphasizing that the real constraint on public programs is not money, but the availability of real resources like skilled workers and infrastructure. The conversation explores the mechanics of government finance, the implications of deficits, and current policy debates, including the risks posed by tax enforcement cuts and the impact of rising interest payments. Together, Baker and Kelton offer a fresh perspective on federal budgeting, inequality, and the economic challenges ahead.
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    44 mins

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