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The Joe Walker Podcast

Ken Henry — An Economic Odyssey

May 9, 2023
04:35:09

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Quick takeaways

  • Economic narratives and storytelling are crucial in shaping public perception and garnering support for economic policies.
  • Government agencies, like Treasury, should provide advice on economic narratives and framing of policy discussions.

Deep dives

Ken Henry's Career and Economic Policymaking

Ken Henry is an Australian economist who held various roles in academia, public service, and as chairman of National Australia Bank. His most notable role was as Secretary of Australia's Treasury Department during the Global Financial Crisis. He played a key role in engineering Australia's fiscal response to the crisis, advising Prime Minister Kevin Rudd to implement early and strong measures to support households. Ken Henry's career and insights into economic policymaking are discussed.

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