

Joseph Stiglitz
Nobel Prize–winning economist and Columbia University professor, interviewed about global wealth concentration and policy responses to inequality.
Top 10 podcasts with Joseph Stiglitz
Ranked by the Snipd community

46 snips
Jul 16, 2024 • 48min
The Road to Freedom (with Joseph Stiglitz)
Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz challenges orthodox economic theories in his new book, advocating for progressive capitalism. He critiques neoliberalism, discusses misconceptions about freedom, and highlights the need for policies that prioritize well-being over wealth. Stiglitz emphasizes the importance of addressing climate change and inequality for a more equitable and sustainable future.

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Jul 11, 2024 • 57min
Joseph Stiglitz on How to Build Shock-Proof Supply Chains
Joseph Stiglitz, a Nobel Prize-winning economist, dives into the complexities of supply chain resilience post-pandemic. He discusses why companies hesitate to maintain extra inventories, emphasizing the inherent risks of underinvestment. Stiglitz advocates for strategic reserves and long-term economic practices to ensure stability and equitable growth. The conversation critiques the existing international economic structures, addressing the necessity for policies that benefit all, particularly in developing nations.

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Oct 27, 2025 • 49min
The One Change That Could Solve Inequality - Nobel Prize Winner
Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz, known for his insights on market failures and inequality, dives deep into issues surrounding freedom and exploitation. He critiques neoliberalism for diminishing freedom while benefiting a few. Stiglitz discusses the balance between public safety and personal liberties, highlighting the legitimacy of wealth versus exploitative practices. He advocates for reforms like a global minimum wealth tax and emphasizes the importance of public goods in expanding freedom. Hope rests in political pushback and the engagement of youth in democracy.

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Mar 18, 2025 • 32min
Nobel winning economist Joseph Stiglitz on Trump, tariffs and democracy
Joseph Stiglitz, a Nobel Prize-winning economist and former advisor to Presidents Clinton and Obama, dives into the critical impact of Trump's tariffs and trade policies. He critiques the detrimental effects of these tariffs on consumers and economic stability, while drawing alarming historical parallels to past threats against democracy. Stiglitz also discusses the recent erosion of academic freedoms and the troubling echoes of McCarthyism, alongside concerns over the influence of billionaires on democracy, advocating for a united front to protect democratic values.

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Jun 26, 2024 • 50min
Joseph Stiglitz on Pioneering Economic Theories, Policy Challenges, and His Intellectual Legacy
Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz discusses his impactful career and groundbreaking theories. He shares insights from his eight-hour lecture in Japan, highlights the influence of his debating background, and reflects on his research in Kenyan sharecropping. Stiglitz critiques contemporary economic policies, particularly regarding inequality and labor markets, while exploring the balance of hierarchies versus decentralization in decision-making. He also touches on climate change's impact on global development and the cultural significance of fiction from developing countries.

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Nov 9, 2025 • 8min
'Affordability,' and the repercussions of the increasing global wealth gap
Joseph Stiglitz, a Nobel Prize-winning economist and professor at Columbia University, dives into the escalating global wealth gap and its implications for democracy. He discusses how rising living costs drive voter concerns and explores policy missteps that have worsened affordability. Stiglitz critiques regressive tax changes favoring the wealthy and shares insights from his G20 study on wealth concentration. He also proposes strategies like enhancing worker power and limiting monopolies to reduce inequality, expressing cautious optimism for future progress.

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Apr 27, 2024 • 56min
130. Is Our Concept of Freedom All Wrong?
Joseph Stiglitz, a Nobel Prize-winning economist, shares his insights on the complexities of freedom and market failures. He discusses winning debates against Milton Friedman and the misconception that small governments equate to more freedom. Stiglitz emphasizes the importance of information economics, critiques traditional economic models, and argues for progressive capitalism to tackle income inequality. He reflects on his transition from academia to government, advocating for policies that enhance opportunities for all, and warns of existential risks like climate change and AI.

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Nov 10, 2025 • 40min
Joseph Stiglitz, "The Origins of Inequality" (Oxford UP, 2025)
Joseph E. Stiglitz, a Nobel laureate and Columbia University professor, engages in a deep discussion about the roots of inequality, shaped by his six-decade focus on the issue. He explains how inequality is not inevitable but a political choice influenced by laws and institutions. Stiglitz highlights the role of monopoly power in wealth concentration and critiques macroeconomic policy failures exacerbating disadvantage. He advocates for policies like inheritance taxes and better public investment in education to foster equality and economic growth.

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Jun 16, 2025 • 56min
Downstream: American Democracy Is Collapsing, and This Man Predicted It w/ Joseph Stiglitz
Joseph Stiglitz, a Nobel Prize-winning economist and former chief economist of the World Bank, delves into the disturbing collapse of American democracy and the roots of inequality. He critiques the Obama administration's missed opportunity during the 2008 crisis, arguing for accountability among financial institutions. The conversation also explores the impacts of globalization, the shift away from post-war stability under neoliberalism, and China's unique market socialism, offering insightful lessons for the West on economic strategy and human capital.

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Nov 1, 2025 • 34min
Wie Trump Amerika ruiniert - #1502
Joseph Stiglitz, Nobelpreisträger und führender Ökonom, beleuchtet im Gespräch mit Misha Glenny, dem Rektor des Instituts für die Wissenschaften vom Menschen, die Schattenseiten des Neoliberalismus unter Trump. Stiglitz erklärt, wie dieser autoritäre Züge annimmt und die Demokratie gefährdet. Er kritisiert die Einflussnahme von Geld auf die Politik und warnt vor den Folgen von Trumps Zöllen auf die Weltwirtschaft. Zudem fordert er Europa auf, als Hüter der Demokratie zu handeln, während er Lösungen für die Mobilisierung gegen Trump skizziert.


