

Philip Coggan
Award-winning financial journalist and economist. Author of 'The Economic Consequences of Mr. Trump' and discusses the impact of Trump's trade policies on the global economy.
Top 5 podcasts with Philip Coggan
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Jul 10, 2023 • 27min
States, disunited: the controversy around cluster bombs
Chris Lockwood, The Economist's Europe editor, dives into the U.S. decision to supply controversial cluster bombs to Ukraine, sparking debates on military ethics and geopolitical strategies. Guy Scriven, the U.S. technology editor, discusses the exciting developments in AI adoption among American firms, likening its impact to that of electricity. Lastly, former columnist Philip Coggan shares must-read recommendations on riveting corporate scandals, shedding light on the implications of corporate deceit and investigative journalism.

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Jul 17, 2025 • 48min
How will Trump’s tariff war impact the global economy? With Philip Coggan
Philip Coggan, an award-winning financial journalist and economist, illuminates the repercussions of Trump’s trade policies on the global economy. He draws parallels with Churchill’s economic decisions, warning of the erosion of a global economic order. Coggan critiques the flawed rationale behind tariffs, emphasizing their burden on consumers and economic instability. The discussion explores the complexities of U.S.-China relations, income inequality, and the potential future of the American economy in a world of shifting alliances.

Aug 6, 2025 • 29min
196. Will Low Income Voters Ever Turn On Trump?
Philip Coggan, former Economist columnist and author of 'The Consequences of Mr Trump', dives into the lasting impact of Trump's tariffs on the global economy. He discusses how these policies affect employment trends and AI investments. Coggan unpacks the reluctance of nations to retaliate against tariffs and the historical lessons from past economic policies. He highlights the link between economic inequality and political allegiance, revealing how low-income voters often misinterpret their struggles as stemming from globalization rather than domestic policies.

Jul 10, 2023 • 27min
States, disunited: the controversy around cluster bombs
Joining the discussion are Chris Lockwood, Europe editor for The Economist, who dives into the controversial decision to send cluster bombs to Ukraine, and Guy Scriven, US technology editor, analyzing the AI Early Adopters Index and the impact of AI on American businesses. They explore the ethical dimensions of military aid amidst NATO's differing views. Additionally, Philip Coggan, a former columnist, shares intriguing book recommendations centered on corporate scandals, shedding light on narratives behind high-profile fraud cases.

Jul 15, 2025 • 1h 3min
The economic consequences of Mr Trump: what the trade war means for the world
Join Philip Coggan, a former Economist and Financial Times journalist, as he unpacks the economic chaos sparked by Trump's trade policies. He challenges the misconceptions about tariffs and trade deficits, revealing their harmful effects on consumers and inequality. Coggan discusses the complexities of global supply chains and the future of manufacturing jobs. He also explores the dollar's role in geopolitics and its implications for lower-income countries, emphasizing the urgent need for global economic cooperation in a post-Trump world.