Economist Podcasts Bait the hook! Fishing in the global talent pool
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Aug 14, 2024 
Robert Guest, Deputy Editor at The Economist and immigration policy expert, joins Simon Rabinovich, U.S. economics editor, and Tom Standage, AI specialist, to dive into the complex landscape of global talent and labor. They discuss the barriers skilled immigrants face in the U.S. and the missed opportunities for innovation due to restrictive policies. Simon unpacks the rising trend of tipping culture, while Tom sheds light on the ethics of facial recognition technology used by law enforcement, addressing biases and implications for society.
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Fedora's Green Card Struggle
- Fedora Castellino, born in India and raised in the US, faces barriers in applying to medical school.
- Despite 14 years in America, she's considered an international student by most schools.
Losing Global Talent
- America struggles to retain top global talent due to restrictive immigration policies.
- This is a global issue, hindering many countries' ability to attract skilled workers.
Value of Foreign Talent
- Foreign talent enhances innovation by bringing diverse skills and perspectives, boosting local productivity.
- A study shows immigrant scientists contribute disproportionately to innovation compared to native-born counterparts.