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Platypus Economics

Platypus Economics

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Economics is a way to understand your world - from the forces driving history to small decisions at home. But economics should be accessible and entertaining. Platypus Economics is here to help.

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Episodes
  • Introducing: Think Like An Economist

    Introducing: Think Like An Economist
    Jul 16 2020

    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.

    Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.

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    2 mins
  • Why Should You Think Like an Economist?

    Why Should You Think Like an Economist?
    Aug 4 2020

    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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    15 mins
  • Core Principle 3 - The Marginal Principle - Just One More?

    Core Principle 3 - The Marginal Principle - Just One More?
    Aug 18 2020

    How many hours should you work? How many people should you hire? How many children should you have? Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers teach us how to make decisions about ‘how many’ of pretty much anything and in any circumstance.

    Co-host: Nastaran Tavakoli-Far. Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.


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    15 mins
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