Eva Vivalt

Eva Vivalt, an Assistant Professor of Economics at the University of Toronto, dives deep into guaranteed income and its implications for U.S. citizens. They discuss recent studies on universal basic income (UBI) and its impact on employment, spending habits, and long-term well-being. Vivalt highlights how guaranteed income influences financial stability and even education levels. The conversation also touches on the complexities of evidence-based policy, the role of personal biases in decision-making, and the fascinating intersection of humans and AI in making predictions.

Researcher Eva Vivalt and expert Tim Phillips discuss how policymakers interpret evidence, focusing on biases like confirmation bias. They explore the importance of balancing local knowledge with formal evidence for better policymaking decisions, emphasizing tailored presentation of evidence for policymakers. The conversation highlights the significance of collaboration between researchers and policymakers in translating research findings into actionable policies.