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Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani welcomes Grace McConn, a graduating Haile Fellow, to reflect on her experience in the program. Grace is the commencement speaker for her upcoming graduation and a Haile Fellow. We discuss the five things she learned while working as a Haile Fellow.  5 Key Things Grace Learned as a Haile Fellow: 1. The Power of Community (04:23) 2. Teaching and Being a Professor (13:45) 3. T...

Episode Description: In this episode, Dr. A delves into the troubling trend of the declining share of income allocated to American workers, despite their increasing productivity and output. The discussion explores the factors contributing to this decline, including globalization, the decline in union membership, and the growing automation of jobs. Dr. A also examines the recent groundbreaking deci...

Embrace Exploration:  Refrain from rushing into major life decisions such as buying a home or pursuing graduate school immediately after graduation. Instead, focus on building diverse experiences and exploring various career paths to find the best fit for you. Leverage Your Economics Degree:  An economics degree is highly versatile and opens doors to various job opportunities across different indu...

Summary Have you ever felt like you're constantly measuring your achievements against someone else's ruler? In our latest episode, we dive deep into college pressures, the comparison trap, and the quest for personal success. Join me, Grace, Fawwaz, and the latest addition to the team, Emma, as we dig into the realities of navigating life's early challenges and opportunities. Here’s why...

Summary In this episode, Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani discusses financial literacy with Jennifer Inman , the Executive Director of the Kentucky Financial Empowerment Commission (KFEC), and her team. They emphasize the importance of understanding personal finance and making sound financial decisions. The team shares their financial journeys and highlights the need to teach financial literacy in a person...

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Summary Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani interviews Antowan Batts, a supporter of the Econ Games and the Econ with Dr. A brand. They discuss Antowan's role as a judge at the Econ Games and his work as a system analyst at Dollar Tree. They also discuss Antowan's passion for supporting organizations like the Sadie Collective and the PhD Project. Antowan shares his experience with writing and his news...

Summary Bola Olaniyan, Executive Director of the Sadie Collective, discusses the organization's mission to increase the representation of Black women in economics, policy, data science, and finance. She shares the portfolio of Sadie Collective’s programs, including the annual conference, career pathways programs with the Chicago Federal Reserve and JPMorgan Chase, and high school outreach init...

In this conversation, Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani interviews Samantha Eyler-Driscoll, the founder of Standard Error Research Editors. They discuss Samantha's path to economics, the challenges of being an entrepreneur, and the importance of inclusion in economics. Samantha shares insights into the value of editors and the services offered by her company. They also explore ways to improve diversity...

In this enlightening episode, Dr. A sits down with Dr. Claudia Sahm to discuss the state of the U.S. economy, the impact of the pandemic, and the importance of long-term investments. Claudia shares her economic journey, passion for making a difference through policy, and advice for the next generation of economists. The conversation also touches on the challenges of creating a more inclusive and d...

In this special Women's History Month episode of "Economics with Dr. A," hosted by Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani, we dig into the remarkable legacy of Sadie Alexander, the first Black woman to earn a PhD in economics. Featuring insights from Princess Nworah's recent experience at the Sadie Collective conference, we explore the profound impact Sadie Alexander and the Collective have had...

Episode Overview: In this episode of Econ with Dr. A, Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani, an Associate Dean and Associate Professor of Economics at the Haile College of Business, dives deep into the personal impacts of macroeconomic changes, with a spotlight on the inflation crisis in Nigeria and its repercussions on students. Joined by students Michael, Fawwaaz, and Fred, the discussion unfolds the real-wor...

Host: Dr. Abdullah Al Bahrani, Associate Dean and Associate Professor of Economics at the Haile College of Business. Introduction: In this episode, Dr. Abdullah revisits the origins of the "Economics with Dr. A" channel, celebrating the growth of the community, the impact of social media on content creation, and the future direction of the platform. Joined by team members Grace McConn, F...

Disclaimer: Please take this note as a playful guide intended to sprinkle a bit of humor on the often overwhelming expectations of Valentine's Day. It's not professional romantic advice, and should you choose to follow it, especially the part about celebrating love a day late, do so with a sense of humor and a readiness to embrace the consequences. Always remember, every relationship is un...

This week’s conversation is with Dr. Sandra Spataro, Professor of Management and Director of the Master of Business Leadership and Innovation at Haile College of Business. If you are a leader, or interested in leadership you do not want to miss this one. Subscribe to my newsletter to get weekly content similar to this https://www.withdra.com Introduction: (00:00 - 02:15) - Host: Dr. Abdullah Al Ba...

On December 21st, 2023, Robert Solow, an excellent economist and a true humanitarian, passed away. As we reflect on his remarkable life and contributions, we would like to celebrate his legacy and shed light on his insights as an economist and a compassionate thinker who cared deeply about societal issues. Get full access to Decode Econ at www.decodeecon.com/subscribe

The Haile Fellows kick off their podcast. Learn more about how they started this project and the culture we have developed. Get full access to Decode Econ at www.decodeecon.com/subscribe

A recent analysis by the  ⁠Wall Street Journal⁠  sheds light on a concerning trend: the time between graduation and employment for Ivy League MBA graduates is widening. Harvard Business School reported that 20% of its job-seeking 2023 M.B.A. graduates were still on the job hunt three months post-graduation, a notable increase from 8% in 2021. Similar patterns are observed at Stanford's Graduat...

Ever wonder what happened to pensions? This week we cover the death of the pension system and how 401K accounts became so popular. Most importantly, we discuss the pros and cons of the 401K retirement system. The shift from Defined Benefit to Defined Contribution has good and bad aspects to it.  Watch the video or listen to the podcast. Below you will find show notes.  Knowledge should be shared....

A recent paper by  Sébastien Fontenay , published in the Journal of Human Resources , finds that maternity leave can lead to an increase in female entrepreneurship. According to the author’s findings, a 900 euro increase in maternity leave allowance increases the probability of self employment by 6 percentage points! Learn more about why these findings are important to researchers. Subscribe to ou...

Introduction: Navigating college can be hard. The pandemic had a major impact on student success. Today, I talk to James Blazina, Haile Fellow, about his experience and how it impacted his academic success.  Segment 1: Shout Out to a Influential Professor - Dr. A gives a shout-out to a professor who played a crucial role in shaping his academic journey. Segment 2: Interview with James Blazina - Br...

Welcome to Econ with Dr. A, where we break down economics and business topics to empower your life. I'm Dr. A, your guide on this journey. Join me in exploring the insights that matter, helping you make informed decisions for a better personal and financial future. Introduction: - The Stanley cup is a multimillion-dollar product, teaching us a million-dollar lesson: sometimes, you don't ne...

We are back with our monthly update of the economy. As of this morning, the BLS released the December 2023 unemployment data. This data gives us some signals on what the Fed might do and how interest rates might change over the year.  If you are wondering what the future might look like, here is a quick recap of where we are as of January 5th 2024.  We will cover Inflation Retail spending and GDP...

In this episode, Jeni and I discuss the our approach to goal setting. We cover some of our own goals for the year, and reflect on some of the wins and "losses" we faced. Get full access to Decode Econ at www.decodeecon.com/subscribe

Today, I am recapping some of our successes from 2023. At the end, we will share some challenges that we are facing, and hopefully you can help us overcome them.  Get full access to Decode Econ at www.decodeecon.com/subscribe