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Neale Mahoney

Professor of Economics at Stanford University, with expertise in economic policy and behavioral economics.

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Mar 28, 2025 • 55min

627. Sludge, Part 1: The World Is Drowning in It

Benjamin Handel, a Professor of Economics at UC Berkeley, and Neale Mahoney, a Stanford University Economics Professor, dive into the perplexing issue of 'sludge'—bureaucratic inefficiencies that complicate everyday interactions. They discuss the frustrating complexities of the U.S. healthcare system, contrasting it with more streamlined models. The conversation also highlights the challenges consumers face with subscription services, exploring how automated systems can entrap users, impacting their finances and experiences dramatically.
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Mar 15, 2024 • 48min

Checks and Balance: Growth states

Exploring the strong American economy under Biden, surprises in low inflation, labor market resilience, US economy benefits from legal migration, power dynamics between Federal Reserve and presidency, impact of high inflation on voter sentiment, complexities shaping Biden's approval rating beyond the economy
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Mar 12, 2024 • 55min

Middle Out to Mainstream

Exploring the evolution of middle-out economics from a new theory to mainstream practice, with insights from economists, researchers, and former officials. Discussing the impact of middle-out economics on economic growth, antitrust enforcement, public satisfaction, infrastructure investments, workers' rights, and advocating for a more equitable economic approach.
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Aug 14, 2025 • 56min

Trump’s Tariff Policy Raising Prices of Coffee, Clothing and More

Neale Mahoney, a Stanford economist and former White House policy advisor, discusses the broader economic impacts of Trump’s tariff policies. Tracy Alloway, a financial journalist from Bloomberg, highlights how these tariffs are affecting consumer prices, from coffee to clothing. Bastian Schoell, owner of The Spanish Table, shares firsthand insights about the struggles faced by small importers due to rising costs. The conversation reveals the complex relationship between tariffs, inflation, and consumer spending habits.
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Feb 28, 2025 • 48min

Consumer Sentiment, Junk Fees, Medical Debt, and the Future of Economic Policy with Neale Mahoney

Neale Mahoney, a Stanford Economics Professor and former Special Policy Advisor in the Biden Administration, dives into revealing insights on consumer sentiment and its influence on economic conditions. He discusses the troubling rise of junk fees and their opacity in consumer markets. Mahoney also tackles the serious issue of medical debt, exploring policy initiatives aimed at alleviating financial strain. Finally, he highlights how evidence-based policies can bridge divides, bringing progressive and centrist factions together in support of consumer protection.

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