

Matthew Klein
Author of ‘The Overshoot’ newsletter and coauthor of the economics book ‘Trade Wars Are Class Wars.’
Top 5 podcasts with Matthew Klein
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Apr 8, 2025 • 58min
Trump’s Trade War Is Like Nothing America’s Ever Seen
Matthew Klein, author of ‘The Overshoot’ newsletter and coauthor of ‘Trade Wars Are Class Wars,’ joins to dissect Donald Trump's tariff strategy. Klein illuminates how these tariffs disrupt global markets and examines their intended outcomes amidst economic turmoil. They discuss the flawed methodologies behind the tariffs, critique their effectiveness in fostering American manufacturing, and explore alternatives like the Bipartisan Chips and Science Act. The conversation also highlights the importance of understanding trade dynamics within a historical context.

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Jun 11, 2025 • 1h 14min
Trade Policy Isn't Driving China’s Trade Surplus | Matthew Klein
Matthew Klein, founder of The Overshoot and expert in global macro analysis, joins the discussion to unravel the complexities of international trade. He argues that factors like income inequality and corporate decisions overshadow country-level trade policies in driving trade surpluses. Klein highlights that China's internal economic disparities are as impactful as external trade relations. He warns against simplistic solutions to trade imbalances, emphasizing their potential to exacerbate existing issues.

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Jul 19, 2024 • 26min
Lots More on JD Vance and the Future of the US Dollar
Matthew C. Klein, co-author of "Trade Wars Are Class Wars," discusses the complexities of the U.S. dollar's dominance and its implications for the American economy. He argues that this currency strength may create more burdens than privileges. The conversation dives into JD Vance's views on how dollar dominance may not align with U.S. interests. Klein also explores the potential long-term effects of aggressive tariff policies and their deeper implications for trade relationships and economic stability.

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Oct 7, 2025 • 49min
Trade Wars Are Class Wars (with Matthew C. Klein)
Matthew C. Klein, an economist and author of "Trade Wars Are Class Wars," discusses how rising inequality distorts global trade dynamics. He argues that trade tensions are rooted in class struggle, not just national competition. Klein highlights how wealthy elites hoard wealth while workers suffer, exemplifying this with China's wage suppression. He also critiques current U.S. trade policies and calls for reforms to strengthen international financial support, stressing the urgent need to address these imbalances for a more equitable global economy.

Jun 29, 2023 • 41min
Interest Rates, the US Economy, and Demographic Change — with Matthew Klein
Matthew Klein, founder of The Overshoot and co-author of "Trade Wars Are Class Wars," dives into the dynamics of the U.S. economy and imminent demographic shifts. He argues that a recession isn't around the corner, despite rising interest rates. Klein discusses resilience in unemployment and real estate markets while examining how geopolitical events, like the Wagner Group's actions in Russia, reshape global economic perceptions. His insights provide a fresh perspective on investment opportunities amidst economic changes.