Stefanie Stantcheva
Professor of political economy at Harvard University. She was awarded the John Bates Clark Medal for her work using surveys in economic research.
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Aug 30, 2025 • 53min
165. The Economist Who (Gasp!) Asks People What They Think
In this engaging discussion, Harvard Professor Stefanie Stantcheva, a John Bates Clark Medal winner, shares her groundbreaking approach to economic research through public surveys. She reveals the often ignored but crucial insights into immigration perceptions and how media narratives shape public opinion on economic policies. Stantcheva also delves into the challenges of creating effective surveys and the significant influence of upbringing on economic views, highlighting the gap between consumer experiences and statistical data.
Mar 5, 2024 • 52min
S1 E9: Taxation, Inequality, and Innovation with Stefanie Stantcheva from Harvard University
Stefanie Stantcheva from Harvard University discusses taxation, incentives for inventors, wealth inequality in the US, zero-sum attitudes towards immigrants, and more with hosts Ruveyda Gozen and John Van Reenen.
Jan 4, 2022 • 23min
We’re Bad at Measuring Inequality—Here’s Why That Matters
Stefanie Stantcheva, a Harvard economist and founder of the Social Economics Lab, dives into the complexities of measuring economic inequality and our flawed perceptions of it. She discusses how misjudging income can skew public support for policies, often influenced by political beliefs. Stantcheva reveals surprising facts about the American dream and social mobility, contrasting U.S. views with European perspectives. She also explores how racial attitudes affect support for economic interventions, emphasizing the need for awareness in addressing inequality.
