The Drayton Discourse
The Drayton Discourse is an exciting podcast series brought to you by the Academic Events team of The Economist’s Society, here at University College London! Our episodes allow you to listen in to stimulating discussions with world-renowned economists. From ground-breaking ideas to revolutionary research, our guests share their thoughts, opinions and, most interestingly, personal stories which put together, teach us a good deal of economics and a great deal of life.
Podcasting since 2020 • 13 episodes
The Drayton Discourse
Latest Episodes
The Drayton Discourse: James A. Robinson on Culture and Institutions, Political Economy, and Developing an Effective State
In this episode, economist, political scientist, and author James A. Robinson shares his insights on a varied range of topics including the influence of culture, the vicious cycle of extractive institutions, and establishing trust in the govern...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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51:58
The Drayton Discourse: Steve Keen on Debunking Economics, Financial Instability, and Politics
In this episode, economist Professor Steve Keen shares his thoughts on an array of topics including the shortcomings of neoclassical economics, financial instability, debt and deregulation. He also discusses the intersection of politics and eco...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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30:58
The Drayton Discourse: John Van Reneen on innovation, productivity, and government intervention
In this episode, economist Professor John Van Reenen shares his insights on an interesting array of topics including the future of ideas, how to influence sustainable long-term growth, and the balance of innovation and intervention. He hi...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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25:38
The Drayton Discourse: David Yanagizawa-Drott on pluralistic ignorance, social norms, and media
In this episode, development and political economist Professor David Yanagizawa-Drott shares his views on a number of areas including the importance of social norms, the impact of protests, and how to navigate media regulation alongside f...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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50:29
Leah Boustan on Immigration, Urbanisation and Race
What is the role of big cities in the post-pandemic world? Could there be another “White Flight” after the civil unrest and COVID-19 in the US? In our last episode of the Drayton Discourse for this summer, the Economist’s Society is proud to ho...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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30:10