

The David McWilliams Podcast
David McWilliams & John Davis
The aim of this weekly podcast is to make economics easy, uncomplicated and accessible. With the world at a political, technological and financial tipping point, economics has never been so important to all of us and yet, it’s made inaccessible and complicated by so many.I’ve always thought what is complicated is rarely important and what is important is rarely complicated.That will be our motto.Every week we are going to tease out some big economic or political issue facing us, not just here in Ireland but in Europe and further afield. Globalisation has brought us all together. We all face similar challenges whether you live in Dublin, London, Minnesota or Milan.If you would like to enjoy all of our content ad-free and have early access to episodes, subscribe to DMCW+ on Apple Podcast.If you would like to support the show, please consider becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/DavidMcWilliams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 14, 2024 • 34min
2024:22 The Irish Government, as trustworthy as a Kate Middleton photo-album?
Exploring the distrust towards Irish government, questions on Ireland's progressive identity, societal unrest and political change. Delving into the unique charms of Dunneery, political landscape shifts, emphasis on trust in democracies, and navigating uncertainty amidst societal transformations.

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Mar 12, 2024 • 30min
2024:21 Bitcoin is Still Not Money
The podcast delves into the controversial nature of Bitcoin, highlighting how it often benefits the wealthy at the expense of unsuspecting individuals. Despite its popularity, Bitcoin lacks key attributes of money and primarily functions as a speculative asset. The host questions who truly benefits from Bitcoin's volatility, especially as big tech and SEC embrace it. The discussion also explores Bitcoin's evolution from a fringe asset to mainstream investment, sparking debates about its countercultural roots and potential bubble-like behavior.

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Mar 7, 2024 • 33min
2024:20 Why Is China Getting So Rich?
Join the discussion on China's economic rise, gender equality, and cultural norms in Southeast Asia. Explore the impact of China's one-child policy, gender imbalances, and societal evolution. Discover the interplay between money, gender dynamics, and cultural norms in shaping societies. Delve into contrasting views on wealth between Chinese and Western cultures, and the future of young girls in economic empowerment.

Mar 5, 2024 • 34min
2024:19 ADHD Nation
Exploring the impact of black swan events on contemporary art & culture, questioning if social media is to blame for derivative works. Analyzing the transition of art from expression to instant gratification, discussing the threat of derivative content on creativity and human culture.

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Feb 29, 2024 • 32min
2024:18 Stuck in 1980s
The podcast explores how Ireland's economy has grown significantly since the 1980s, yet public infrastructure remains stuck in the past. It delves into the challenges of regional development, transportation planning inefficiencies, and the unbalanced economic development among Irish cities. The hosts also discuss themes like 1980s nostalgia, French history in Cork, and the need for improved infrastructure to benefit rural areas.

Feb 27, 2024 • 42min
2024:17 What is Éire Accelerationism and Why Does it Matter? with Will O'Brien
Exploring the concept of Éire Accelerationism in Ireland to drive progress and innovation. Discussing the stagnant infrastructure development despite economic growth. Addressing the urgent need for a paradigm shift towards embracing change and radical thinking. Exploring housing design innovations and unconventional solutions to societal challenges. Delving into the importance of infrastructure expansion in Cork and the impact on living standards.

Feb 22, 2024 • 36min
2024:16 The Joy of Maths with Colm O'Regan
Exploring the challenges of teaching maths and the lack of student engagement. Discussing the history of mathematics from Ishango Bone to Pythagoras. Emphasizing the importance of storytelling in making math engaging for students.

Feb 20, 2024 • 35min
2024:15 The Murder of Navalny - What's Next for Putin and Europe?
Guest Alexander Kabonovsky discusses Putin's regime shift to murder, impact of Navalny's death, parallels to Stalinist era, and Europe's future amidst the darkening Russian situation.

Feb 15, 2024 • 33min
2024:14 A Climate Warning from the Past
Explore the economic history and pre-industrial climate change, from the devastation of the Pont d’Avignon to the mini-ice age in the 17th century. Discover the profound impacts on society, economy, and religion, including famine, religious fervor, war, and mass migrations. Learn about the historical connection between climate change and social unrest, as well as the uncertainty climate change brings to insurance and resource conflicts.

Feb 13, 2024 • 37min
2024:13 The Return of the Kennedys with Pippa Malmgren
Political aficionado Pippa Malgram joins and together they discuss the surprising resurgence of Robert F. Kennedy as an independent candidate in the upcoming American election. They delve into the lack of media coverage, the potential impact of an independent third-party candidate, and Kennedy's grassroots political campaign. They also explore economic conditions, the aging workforce, and speculate on Joe Biden's retirement and the impact of the Kennedys in American politics.