Why 40,000 People Die for Every 1% Increase in Unemployment - The Big Short

Why 40,000 People Die for Every 1% Increase in Unemployment - The Big Short

The big short was a fantastic movie, for finance nerds and regular viewers alike. One of the lines that stood out the most, amongst many memorable lines, was the claim that for every 1% increase in unemployment 40,000 people die. This is an incredibly significant claim, that adds even more weight to the already significant societal issues that come along with people out of the job. So is this claim actually true? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tämä jakso on lisätty Podme-palveluun avoimen RSS-syötteen kautta eikä se ole Podmen omaa tuotantoa. Siksi jakso saattaa sisältää mainontaa.

Jaksot(286)

The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics: Explained

The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics: Explained

Discover what drives lasting prosperity. This year, the Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to Mokyr, Aghion, and Howitt for demonstrating how technological innovation drove the surge in wealth durin...

12 Marras 202518min

 Why Everyone is leaving New Zealand

Why Everyone is leaving New Zealand

Unveil the stunning secret of New Zealand—a paradise losing its young talent! 🌄 With just 5.3 million people, this remote gem boasts top-notch living, education, and healthcare, yet faces a brain dra...

11 Loka 202514min

Stagflation

Stagflation

Stagflation has returned—and it’s a nightmare! Rising unemployment, slow economic growth, and persistent inflation are hurting economies, especially the US. Why is this combination so dangerous, and w...

30 Syys 202515min

What Happens When Capitalism Doesn't Need Workers Anymore?

What Happens When Capitalism Doesn't Need Workers Anymore?

Imagine a world where AI outsmarts you at work—scary, right? From the Philippines to the US, AI is changing the economic landscape, increasing the GDP of rich nations (5.4% in the US) while putting mi...

5 Syys 202515min

Is the survival of humanity economically viable?

Is the survival of humanity economically viable?

Ever wondered why energy drives economies—and why global warming is an economic nightmare? From the shale boom’s $74B boost to Iceland’s geothermal advantage, cheap and reliable energy fuels growth. B...

27 Elo 202517min

Why do We Still Need to Work?

Why do We Still Need to Work?

A century ago, economist John Maynard Keynes confidently predicted that by 2030, we would only be working 15 hours a week. Yet, here we are—working harder than ever! While technology has dramatically ...

11 Elo 202515min

Do We Still Need Central Banks?

Do We Still Need Central Banks?

Almost every nation relies on a central bank, but the US is buzzing with talk of scrapping the Fed—the globe’s mightiest financial force! From its 1694 origins to battling today’s debt and inequality ...

5 Elo 202518min

Iran's Economic Dilemma

Iran's Economic Dilemma

Iran boasts vast oil reserves, a strategic trading position, and a skilled workforce; however, sanctions and internal issues hinder its progress. From black-market oil to power outages, discover why t...

21 Heinä 202516min

Suosittua kategoriassa Liike-elämä ja talous

sijotuskasti
psykopodiaa-podcast
rss-oivalluksia-rahasta-elamasta
rss-rahapodi
mimmit-sijoittaa
rss-rahamania
ostan-asuntoja-podcast
rahapuhetta
inderespodi
hyva-paha-johtaminen
rss-asiakaskokemusklubi
oppimisen-psykologia
pomojen-suusta
sijoituspodi
lakicast
rss-lahtijat
rss-ammattipodcast
rss-karon-grilli
rss-sisalto-kuntoon
rss-paasipodi