The Econoclasts
UnHerd
The Econoclasts is a new podcast from UnHerd hosted by economist Yanis Varoufakis and journalist Wolfgang Munchau. While they don't always agree politically, they are united in one conviction: the consensus is rotten. Mainstream economics has consistently failed to predict the events that shape our world, yet this broken orthodoxy still dominates policy and media. Each week, they choose two pillars of the established orthodoxy — the "settled facts" — and shatter them, cutting through the spin to connect the dots between money, geopolitics, and the real forces shaping our future.Don't forget to rate, like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Jun 6, 2024 • 23min
These Times - Nigel's Rebel Army: These Times Election Special
Journalist Tom McTague explores Nigel Farage's rebel army in Great Yarmouth, discussing immigration, fishing, post-Brexit neglect, labor standards, and Farage's campaign strategies. Emotions of betrayal, frustration, and desires for change in the political landscape are highlighted.
Jun 4, 2024 • 59min
These Times - Can Biden Bring Peace to the Middle East?
Discussions include the aftermath of Joe Biden's peace proposal on Gaza, the reshaping of the Democratic Party's strategy, Biden's approval ratings amidst Middle-East conflict, repercussions of the International Criminal Court's condemnation on global politics, and future scenarios for financial support in the Middle-East.
May 28, 2024 • 55min
These Times - Sunak Jumps
Discussing Rishi Sunak's surprise snap election, shifts in UK politics post-referendums, Conservative Party's challenges, party struggles amidst leadership changes, policy reversals, global crises impact, and Middle East repercussions on elections.
May 21, 2024 • 56min
These Times - Biden’s Car War With China
Exploring the impact of Biden's new tariffs on Chinese electric cars and the wider implications on the global economy. The podcast discusses the protectionist strategy of the US and the importance of the energy transition in industries like automobiles and solar panels. It also delves into the rapid ascendancy of a Chinese car manufacturer in the global automotive landscape and China's strategic moves in the European electric vehicle market.
May 13, 2024 • 57min
These Times - New World, New Labour
In this week's episode, Tom and Helen explore whether Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves can create a mode of governance for for the new geopolitical world economy... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 6, 2024 • 1h 6min
These Times - How the US Controls the World
Exploring the US dollar's global dominance, impact on international trade, challenges faced, and pivotal events like Nixon's gold standard abandonment. Analyzing historical IMF interventions, currency devaluations, and central bank actions during economic crises. Discussing the intricate ties between global power shifts, financial dynamics, and the clash of technocracy and populism in the global system.
May 2, 2024 • 49min
These Times - The Future of the City, with Bim Afolami and Francesca Carlesi
MP Bim Afolami and Revolute CEO Francesca Carlesi discuss the future of London post-Brexit, the city's technological advancements, and navigating global financial competition. They explore London's historical resilience, evolving relationships with Gulf states, and the challenges and strategies for revitalizing London's financial position in the global market.
Apr 29, 2024 • 1h
These Times - Can Britain Afford More On Defence?
Exploring Britain's increased defense spending in response to global tensions and historical context, reflecting on past defense strategies, military influence in the US and Europe, and evolving global defense policies in the post-World War II era. Discussing challenges in maintaining global influence while reducing military spending, with a focus on US pressure on NATO members and defense as an industrial growth strategy.
Apr 22, 2024 • 54min
These Times - The Next Oil War?
The podcast delves into the border dispute between Venezuela and Guyana over oil-rich lands, Guyana's emergence in the global oil market, challenges faced by oil-producing nations, increasing tension and military dynamics, Venezuela's oil industry crisis, China's strategic involvement in oil affairs, and American influence in Europe and global commitments.
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Apr 15, 2024 • 58min
These Times - Crisis: Iran Attacks
Exploring the crisis between Iran and Israel, US intervention likelihood, Biden's Iran policy impact, oil prices correlation with presidents' popularity, power dynamics in global geopolitics, and consequences of an attack
