Economics Matters
Economics Matters with Laurence Kotlikoff
Economics Matters is a podcast hosted by Professor Laurence Kotlikoff, one of the most influential economists in the world, a Global Economics Advisor, NY Times Best Selling Author, President of Economic Security Planning, Inc., and Director of the Fiscal Analysis Center. In each episode, Professor Kotlikoff talks to experts about the power of economics in our modern day society. From personal finance and fiscal policy, to social security and income inequality, Economics Matters delves into much of the economic challenges of modern society.
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Jul 9, 2026
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Glenn Loury Discusses his Sensational and Shockingly Frank Autobiography -- Late Admissions: Confessions of a Black Intellectual 09.05.2024 1:23:00
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Laurence Kotlikoff welcomes Glenn Loury, a distinguished economist and public intellectual renowned for his insightful analyses on racial inequality, affirmative action, and social policy. Hai...
Retirement Readiness: Mary Beth Franklin on Social Security Benefits & Planning 07.05.2024 1:10:00
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff invites Mary Beth Franklin, a seasoned personal finance journalist, and a certified financial planner, recognized for her profound insights into Social Security, tax legislation, and r...
Social Security on the Brink: Debating Solutions with Arun Muralidhar and Kathleen Townsend 03.05.2024 1:03:54
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff discusses pivotal aspects of social security and retirement planning with acclaimed expert Arun Muralidhar and former Maryland lieutenant governor Kathleen Townsend. Bringing an unparall...
Serving Up Success: Economic Strategies for Restaurateurs with Sophie Cranin 26.04.2024 59:08
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff welcomes Sophie Cranin to discuss the bustling dynamics of the restaurant business. Sophie, with a robust background that spans public health, linguistics, and retail management, shifted g...
Jerry Bergosh on the Real Gold Rush: Investments Beyond Bitcoin 24.04.2024 54:32
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff speaks with Jerry Bergosh, an established authority in the field of geology with a rich background in mining and geological analysis. After working with various companies, Jerry founded his...
Adam Guren on Navigating Today's Mortgage and Housing Challenges 17.04.2024 55:04
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff chats with renowned economist Adam Guren, a distinguished expert on macroeconomics with a focus on housing and mortgage markets. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his time as a faculty me...
Dissecting Income Inequality with Senator Phil Grahamm 16.04.2024 1:16:25
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professot Kotlikoff invites guest Phil Gramm, a seasoned figure in the world of economic policy and political influence. Phil Gramm's storied career is defined by his tenure as a U.S. Senator from Texas, chai...
Legacy Admissions and Upward Mobility: Insights with John Friedman 11.04.2024 59:52
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff sits down with John Friedman, a towering figure in the world of economics. As a distinguished economist at Brown University, co-director of Opportunity Insights, and an influential researcher fr...
Kerry Pechter on Mastering Retirement Planning During Political Shifts 05.04.2024 51:40
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff welcomes Kerry Pechter, a seasoned journalist and the pioneering founder and editor of Retirement Income Journal. Kerry's profound knowledge and keen insights into the global retirement indust...
Is China an Economic Threat? Unpacking Trade Realities with Uri Dadush 02.04.2024 59:40
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff sits down with the highly esteemed Uri Dadush, a luminary in the field of international economics. Uri Dadush's credentials are remarkable, having served as a senior fellow at the Policy Cente...
Harris Goldberg: The Intersection of Art and Economics in Film 28.03.2024 1:00:22
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff sits down with the multifaceted Harris Goldberg, a seasoned figure in the film and television industry, whose credits extend from screenwriting and directing to teaching the next generation of cre...
Financial Empowerment with Kerry Hannon: A Guide for Career and Retirement Planning 26.03.2024 1:01:10
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff engages with the esteemed Kerry Hannon, a prominent voice in personal finance and career development. Kerry's authority emanates from her vast experience as a financial journalist, author, and c...
Modeling Our Climate Future: Economic Insights with Professor Kotlikoff 21.03.2024 58:16
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi : https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff goes deep on climate economics, and Its founder, Economic Nobel Price winner William Nordhaus. A small army of climate economists have followed in Nordhaus' footsteps in modeling climate change a...
Rethinking Social Security with John Mauldin: A Vision for Reform 19.03.2024 52:38
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff sits down with prominent financial analyst and thought leader John Mauldin. With a legacy rooted in economic discourse and financial education, John has carved out a reputation for his deep dives into...
Trump and the Art of the Deal: David Cay Johnston's In-Depth Analysis 14.03.2024 42:57
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff welcomes David Cay Johnston back on Economics Matters. David is an investigative journalist, author, and specialist in economics and tax issues. David's authority on these subjects is unquestioned,...
Theo Kocken's Insights on Demographic Changes and Economic Stability 12.03.2024 54:05
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff joins forces with Theo Kocken, a distinguished professor of risk management at VU University Amsterdam and the visionary founder of Cardano, a trailblazing pension, investment, and risk management firm. T...
Navigating Elder Care: Trusts, Estates, and Family Dynamics with Harry Margolis 07.03.2024 47:23
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Proessor Kotlikoff sits down with the preeminent Harry Margolis, a distinguished figure in elder law and planning for individuals with disabilities, state trust administration, and elder law associations. His extensive legal e...
The Economics of Aging: Rick Miller's Approach to Retirement Planning 05.03.2024 1:01:50
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff sits down with Rick Miller, founder and President of Sensible Financial Planning and a prominent figure in the financial advisory world. With a robust background that includes a Ph. D. in economics from the U...
Napolitano & Von Kohorn: Unpacking Trusts for Asset Protection 29.02.2024 54:58
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff is joined by two notable authorities in finance and estate planning: Frank Napolitano and Katie Von Kohorn. Frank Napolitano brings to the discussion his multifaceted experience as a certified financial pla...
Diversity versus Meritocracy in Academia: Insights from Glenn Loury 27.02.2024 1:08:59
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Glenn Loury, a distinguished economist and academic known for his incisive analyses on racial and socioeconomic issues. As the Merton P. Stoltz Professor of the...
Peter Coy's Bearish Economic Outlook and Global Projections 23.02.2024 45:37
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff sits down with guest Peter Coy, whose prolific career in journalism has solidified his position as a leading voice in the articulation of complex economic issues to the public. With a rich background that spans...
Dissecting the 2008 Financial Crisis: Opacity, Defaults, and Herd Behavior 22.02.2024 1:00:05
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff sits down with esteemed guests Joe Pimbley and Doug Lucas to dissect the complexities of banking practices and the financial industry's past and present challenges. Joe Pimbley, principal of Maxwell consult...
The Trump Effect: Analyzing Governance with David Cay Johnston 20.02.2024 1:07:13
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. In this captivating episode of EM, we are honored to have Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and esteemed author, David Cay Johnston, join hosts Laurence Kotlikoff and Alex Kotlikoff for an in-depth exploration of American democrac...
Shaping Behaviors through Economics: Akerlof's Societal Perspectives 16.02.2024 1:05:35
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff engages with the esteemed Robert Akerlof, Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Warwick. A voice of authority in his field, Akerlof specializes in the confluence of sociology and economics, focu...
Navigating Retirement Risks with Ron Surz: A Deep Dive into Target Date Funds 13.02.2024 1:07:58
Take the guesswork out of financial decisions at every stage of life with Maxifi: https://maxifiplanner.com/ . Designed by Economist Laurence Kotlikoff. Professor Kotlikoff sits down with an exceptional guest, Ron Surz. Delving into a wealth of experience, Ron's career has seen him transitioning from an engineer at Northrop to an esteemed pension fund consultant at A.G. Becker....
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