

Garys Economics
Gary Stevenson
Gary Stevenson – inequality economist, former trader and author of The Trading Game – explains how real world economics work.
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Jan 12, 2025 • 24min
Is the UK government bankrupt?
UK government borrowing costs spiked on Thursday with a panic in the bond markets, and the pound fell. Are we facing a new Liz Truss moment? Gary filmed an emergency video to address what's going on.

Jan 7, 2025 • 17min
Everything You've Missed on the Economy
Updating you on what's happened over the past 6 months. And what'll happen in 2025.

Dec 29, 2024 • 19min
I'm back. Here's What We're Doing in 2025
I've been away but we're going to try to change things in 2025.
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Aug 18, 2024 • 54min
How to live in a collapsing economy
The conversation dives into the harsh realities of a broken economy and the urgent need to navigate through it. Wealth inequality takes center stage, raising critical questions about taxation and accountability. Personal anecdotes reveal the moral dilemmas faced in finance during hard times, as stories of rising from poverty unfold. The struggle between selfishness and community duty is examined, drawing on literary examples. Finally, the emotional toll of economic collapse is addressed, emphasizing empathy and the need for collective support in challenging times.

Aug 11, 2024 • 17min
What's next for me and this podcast?
An update from Gary.

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Jul 28, 2024 • 28min
Understand the Economy Part 2: What Is Wealth Inequality?
Discover the stark contrasts between equal and unequal economic systems and their effects on financial security and social mobility. Learn how wealth concentration shapes consumer behavior and employment prospects. Dive into the mechanics of wealth inequality, revealing how it’s perpetuated by transfer payments and leads to economic disparities. Explore the significant consequences for disadvantaged populations as wealth continues to flow from the poor to the rich.

Jul 14, 2024 • 30min
Was I right? My predictions 4 years on
This channel started 4 years ago today. Which of my predictions came true?

Jul 7, 2024 • 15min
Will the rich leave the UK if you tax them more?
"They'll leave" is the most common response in the media if you suggest a wealth tax. But will they?

Jun 30, 2024 • 13min
Understand the Economy Part 1: What is wealth?
Dive into the fascinating world of wealth and its nuances. Discover how wealth differs from income and the crucial role of asset ownership, especially in housing. Uncover the stark divide in wealth distribution between the general population and the elite, highlighting how physical assets like property shape our economy. Explore how everyday spending influences wealth accumulation and who really benefits from consumer purchases, while gaining insights from a new online course that delves deeper into economic principles.

Jun 23, 2024 • 16min
The issue I've been avoiding: immigration
Immigration isn't the biggest problem facing working class people. Don't believe the media.