Join Paul Krugman, a Nobel Prize-winning economist and recently retired columnist, as he dives into intriguing economic discussions. They explore SoftBank's monumental $100 billion investment in the U.S. landscape and the ramifications of ABC's settlement with Trump. Paul shares insights on TikTok's legal woes and evaluates the flawed perceptions of cryptocurrency value. He also sheds light on the complexities of tariffs and the intertwining of international trade dynamics, all while connecting current events to broader economic themes.

Join Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman as he dives into the complexities of tariffs and trade, particularly during the Trump administration. He reveals the impacts of a 20% tariff on China and the renegotiated USMCA on U.S. relations with Canada and Mexico. Krugman also discusses the evolving relationship between political decision-making and economic theory, and how Biden’s policies are reshaping the economic landscape. Plus, he offers insights on the American healthcare system, comparing it to global models and addressing public sentiment for reform.

In this enlightening discussion, Paul Krugman, a Nobel Prize-winning economist, and Stacey Abrams, a prominent voting rights activist and author, dive into the MAGA movement's internal conflicts over immigration. They highlight how Elon Musk's views on skilled immigration clash with traditional Trump loyalists, revealing a rift in the GOP. The conversation further reflects on Jimmy Carter’s admirable humanitarian legacy and the political challenges he faced, contrasting his integrity with modern political figures. They also touch on rising security concerns for high-profile athletes.

Join Paul Krugman, the renowned economist and former New York Times columnist, as he delves into the intricate dance between politics and economics. He discusses how political loyalty shapes economic advice, particularly in the context of trade and tariffs under Trump and Biden. The conversation takes a dive into healthcare reforms like single-payer systems, the legacy of Biden's fiscal policies, and the implications of trade wars. Krugman also touches on historical lessons from economic crises, highlighting how they inform today's policy decisions.

In this discussion with Paul Krugman, a renowned New York Times columnist and economist, the conversation dives into the perils of Donald Trump's economic policies. Krugman argues that Trump's plans could prove to be the most inflationary in history, adversely affecting Americans' finances. He highlights the potential rise in food prices due to labor shortages and critiques the proposed tax cuts and spending strategies. Attention is given to how these policies might trigger a public backlash as inflation continues to escalate.

There have been a number of news stories lately that seem straight out of science fiction. We've heard claims before Congress that the government is suppressing information regarding the existence of UFOs or aliens. There are computers that seem to think. And scientists in Korea claimed to have made an extraordinary breakthrough in the hunt for room temperature superconductivity. So how should we think about these things in terms of their potential impact on the economy? In addition to being a Nobel Prize winner and a columnist for the New York Times, economist Paul Krugman is also an avid science fiction fan. In fact, he has credited science fiction for his original interest in economics, even once writing a paper on interstellar trade. He joined us to discuss all of these things, and how to view them through the economics lens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Krugman is a Nobel Prize winner in economics, professor at CUNY, and columnist at the New York Times. His academic work centers around international economics, economic geography, liquidity traps, and currency crises. This conversation is part of the Artificial Intelligence podcast. If you would like to get more information about this podcast go to https://lexfridman.com/ai or connect with @lexfridman on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Medium, or YouTube where you can watch the video versions of these conversations. If you enjoy the podcast, please rate it 5 stars on Apple Podcasts, follow on Spotify, or support it on Patreon. This episode is presented by Cash App. Download it (App Store, Google Play), use code “LexPodcast”.  Here’s the outline of the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. 00:00 – Introduction 03:44 – Utopia from an economics perspective 04:51 – Competition 06:33 – Well-informed citizen 07:52 – Disagreements in economics 09:57 – Metrics of outcomes 13:00 – Safety nets 15:54 – Invisible hand of the market 21:43 – Regulation of tech sector 22:48 – Automation 25:51 – Metric of productivity 30:35 – Interaction of the economy and politics 33:48 – Universal basic income 36:40 – Divisiveness of political discourse 42:53 – Economic theories 52:25 – Starting a system on Mars from scratch 55:11 – International trade 59:08 – Writing in a time of radicalization and Twitter mobs

Paul Krugman, a Nobel laureate and distinguished professor of economics, delves into the current U.S. economy and the implications of new jobs numbers. He discusses the impact of tariffs and the tension between globalism and nationalism in trade. Krugman highlights challenges in the labor market, especially for small suppliers, while critiquing the integrity of economic data in a politically charged environment. His insights on AI investments and the looming threat of stagflation round out a compelling analysis of America's economic future.

Paul Krugman, a renowned economist and New York Times Opinion Columnist, passionately advocates for aggressive rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. He argues that the current economic climate calls for decisive action rather than caution. The discussion transitions through the implications of historic pandemic rates, challenges surrounding inflation control, and the essential role of the Fed in maintaining economic stability. Krugman emphasizes the importance of the Fed's independence as it navigates political dynamics, especially with elections approaching.

CNN political analyst Stephen Collinson, CNN political commentator John Avlon, comedian and television host Bill Maher, Nobel laureate in economics Paul Krugman, biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, and former journalist and author Alex Berenson join Scott Adams. They discuss topics such as the hypocrisy in the education system, Joe Biden's changing views, media influence, TikTok's brainwashing risks, the power of magic tricks in understanding opinions, reframing for enhanced efficiency, positive self-talk, backhanded compliments, and the FDA ban on certain decongestant ingredients.