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Xavier Jaravel discusses lost talents like Einsteins, the link between inequality and innovation, and how inflation impacts them. The podcast explores ways to uncover untapped talent, the importance of inclusive education, and the role of mentorship in inspiring students towards STEM fields.

In this episode, our guest is Naomi Lamoreaux from Yale University. We dive into history to talk about big corporations, patent trolls and sharks, and litigation wars between companies! Take a look at this episode and let us know your thoughts @POID_cast on X or email us at lsepoidcast@gmail.com! Hosts: Ruveyda Gozen (@ruveyda_gozen) and John Van Reenen (@johnvanreenen) 02:55 Patents or Prizes for Innovations? 07:07 Litigation Wars and Property Rights 11:10 Who are Patent Trolls?  19:24 Standard Oil Company, Innovations, Mergers  28:55 What Does an Ideal Patent System Look Like?  38:04 Cheezy Questions! Any Strategies to Publish a Paper? 43:12 Mean (!) Comments by Referees

Ben Jones from Northwestern University discusses the evolution of knowledge production in teams, impact of COVID on research interactions, immigration's influence on entrepreneurship, and the analysis of age on entrepreneurial success. The episode also explores alternative career paths and challenges in academia.

Join the hosts as they chat with Heidi Williams, a prominent figure in innovation economics. They delve into medical innovations, challenges in cancer research, the role of patents, and navigating team dynamics in scientific research. Heidi shares valuable insights on policies, incentives, and maintaining work-life balance in academia.

In this episode, we talk about new or unorthodox ways of measuring innovation with Petra Moser. Are patents a necessary condition for innovation? Which one is better: a patent system or secrecy? How does immigration affect innovations? How does motherhood affect productivity? And her experience and suggestions as an economist and economic historian. Let us know what you think! Email: lsepoidcast@gmail.com X: @POID_cast Hosts: Ruveyda Gozen (@ruveyda_gozen) and John Van Reenen (@jvanreenen)

MIT professor Pierre Azoulay discusses the relationship between science and technology, the impact of superstar scientists, and policies for encouraging innovation. Topics include interdisciplinary vs. pluridisciplinary research, the production function of science, and whether science progresses one funeral at a time.

Economist Ufuk Akcigit discusses creative destruction, defensive innovation, and market power impact on innovation. They explore barriers in developing economies, potential research questions, and green innovation. The conversation includes insights on superstar firms and the diffusion of innovation, with a focus on Robert Lucas and ups and downs in the field.

Welcome to the Innovation and Diffusion Podcast! In this episode, we introduce what this podcast is about, why we do this podcast, and give you a quick glimpse of what's awaiting you in the upcoming episodes! For any comments and suggestions, please email us at lsepoidcast@gmail.com or  Twitter @POID_cast Hosts: Ruveyda Nur Gozen (@ruveyda_gozen) & John Van Reenen (@johnvanreenen) The Economic and Social Research Council funds this podcast through the Programme on Innovation and Diffusion (POID) at the London School of Economics and Political Science.