Ryan Cummings
Economist and former White House Council of Economic Advisers staffer, serving as Chief of Staff at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research and guest to discuss AI, bubbles and economic risk.
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Nov 12, 2025 • 51min
What Are the Implications if the AI Boom Turns to Bust?
This discussion features Ryan Cummings, Chief of Staff at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research; Sarah West, Co-director of the AI Now Institute; and journalist Brian Merchant. They explore whether the AI investment surge indicates a bubble poised to burst. Topics include the financing behind AI developments, potential economic repercussions, and how such a crash could impact narratives around AI and geopolitics. They suggest possible policy responses, including stronger social safety nets and antitrust measures, emphasizing the need for public-interest frameworks.
Oct 23, 2025 • 32min
The A.I. bubble – What happens when it bursts?
Ryan Cummings, an economist and former White House adviser, discusses the potential bursting of the A.I. bubble. He explores the current distorted valuations and compares them to the dot-com era. Cummings warns of a potential economic crash and highlights how A.I. might be masking broader economic weaknesses. He emphasizes the significant energy demands of A.I. infrastructure and calls for careful balancing between enthusiasm and skepticism. Finally, he advocates for adaptive policy responses to ensure a smooth transition in this rapidly changing landscape.
