Introduction

In this episode i speak to professor daron asimogu of m i t, and we discuss recent research on automation and labor markets. The common opinion is that increasingly effective labor replacing automation has undermined economic prospects of americans with certain skill profiles. In a car, manufacturing, electronic metal, but some services as well. I think even clearer is which occupations are being impacted. If you have questions or stions for discussion topics, please contact us on twitter at forum u w. Or emals at u w. Political economy at g mal dot com.