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Matt Klein

Author of the Overshoot newsletter, contributing economic analysis to the podcast.

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Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 30min

EMERGENCY POD: JD Vance's Economics + How to SPR Critical Minerals + Policy Entrepreneurship

Arnab Datta, Director of Policy Implementation at Employ America, and Matt Klein, author behind the Overshoot newsletter, delve into pressing economic topics. They dissect JD Vance's views on dollar dominance and industrial policy, offering a humorous take on legislative strategies. The discussion also covers the evolving role of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and its lessons for managing critical minerals. Plus, Arnab shares insights into policy entrepreneurship, while Matt offers a lighthearted comparison between fatherhood and Navy SEAL training.
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Mar 7, 2022 • 55min

Matt Klein on How Germany Wound up So Dependent on Russian Gas

Matt Klein, founder of The Overshoot newsletter and author of Trade Wars Are Class Wars, delves into Germany's precarious dependence on Russian gas. He discusses how misaligned priorities and underinvestment in energy infrastructure led to this vulnerability. The conversation reveals the impact of geopolitical tensions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and critiques Germany's past energy policies that favored fossil fuels. Ultimately, Klein emphasizes the urgent need for a pivot toward sustainable energy solutions amidst a shifting global landscape.
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May 14, 2020 • 39min

The Coronavirus Crisis Could Lead To The Mother Of All Trade Imbalances

Join Matt Klein, an economics columnist at Barron’s and co-author of "Trade Wars Are Class Wars," as he unpacks the fallout from the pandemic on global trade. He discusses how China's factory activity is hampered by plummeting demand worldwide. Klein explores the intricacies of U.S.-China trade tensions, linking them to rising income inequality and systemic barriers within China. He delves into the historical context of economic imbalances and underconsumption, tracing their relevance in today's market. Get ready for a thought-provoking dive into geopolitics and trade dynamics!