IEA Podcast

Explore Brexit's trade impact with Julian Jessop, IEA Economist. Discover the overlooked significance of imports and their role in driving consumer choice. Gain insights into post-Brexit trade dynamics, new agreements, and looming challenges. Subscribe for expert analysis on UK trade and global economics from the IEA. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers o...

Join Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy & Communications at IEA, in conversation with Callum Williams, Senior Economics Writer at The Economist, as they dissect the question: 'Is globalisation over?' Amidst rising concerns over China's influence and shifts in US policies, Williams challenges the narrative of globalisation's demise, highlighting its enduring benefits and the resilience of...

How did the world become rich? Join Daniel Freeman, Deputy Editor at the Institute of Economic Affairs, in a insightful discussion with Mark Koyama, Associate Professor of Economics at George Mason University, as they explore the intriguing insights from Koyama's book, "How the World Became Rich: The History and Origins of Economic Growth." In this interview, Prof Koyama delves into the historical...

Will Gove's housing reforms make a difference? Join host Matthew Lesh and the IEA's Dr. Kristian Niemietz as they delve into a captivating discussion surrounding the efficacy of Gove's proposed reforms, his stark warnings of antidemocratic trends emerging in society, and the intricate challenges and opportunities presented by the ongoing housing crisis. With a keen focus on housing supply dynamics...

Join IEA Executive Director Tom Clougherty and Senior Education Fellow Dr. Stephen Davies for an insightful discussion on global catastrophic risks. With over 30 years of educational experience and a deep grasp of political and economic dynamics, Steve offers valuable insights into potential threats to humanity. In this conversation, Steve delves into his new book, "Apocalypse Next," published by...

What does Britain's recession mean? Join Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy at the IEA, and economist Julian Jessop as they dissect the implications. Explore fiscal, monetary measures, and future growth prospects. Gain insights into economic challenges and policy prescriptions. Visit iea.org.uk for more expert analysis. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscr...

Join us for a deep dive into the debate on banning under sixteens from social media, sparked by Brianna Ghey's tragic murder. Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy and Communications at the IEA, and Timandra Harkness, renowned writer, broadcaster, comedian, and author of the new book 'Technology Is Not the Problem', dissect the proposed ban and its broader implications. Explore Timandra's insigh...

Join Daniel Freeman as he explores the role of peasants and entrepreneurship in medieval Europe with Dr. Robert Portuss, a lecturer in medieval history. Gain fresh insights into the economic agency of peasants and challenge misconceptions about their role in society. Subscribe for more enlightening discussions on historical topics. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other...

Delve into the discussion between Professor Len Shackleton and Reem Ibrahim as they dissect Oxfam's latest report, "Inequality Inc," on the IEA Podcast. Shackleton challenges prevailing narratives on global inequality, scrutinising proposed tax policies and nationalisation demands. Join the conversation as they explore the nuances of wealth measurement, distinguish poverty from inequality, and ass...

Explore the future of Britain's energy in the latest IEA Podcast. Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy and Communications, engages with Kathryn Porter of Watt-Logic. Uncover the nuances of new UK legislation mandating annual oil and gas license rounds. Delve into the biomass energy controversies, where Kathryn scrutinises the environmental impact of wood pellet biomass. From energy-intensive pr...

Unlock the secrets of economic freedom in this insightful YouTube Short featuring Matthew Lesh and Christian Bjørnskov. Explore the link between economic freedom and well-being, paying tribute to the late James Gwartney, co-creator of the Fraser Institute's Economic Freedom of the World Report. Delve into the decline of global economic freedom and gain insights into regulations, government size, a...

The Post Office scandal shocked the nation, but does it reveal widespread problems with public sector departments? ITV’s hit drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office revealed one of the biggest miscarriages of justice in UK history. Over 900 sub-postmasters and postmistresses were incorrectly prosecuted as a result of faulty software which made it look like funds were missing. The drama highlights the wa...

Will the Bank of England achieve 2% inflation? In the latest episode of the IEA podcast, In this week's IEA Podcast, Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy and Communications, engages in a conversation with Julian Jessop, IEA Economics Fellow, to discuss the UK economy in 2024. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ec...

Could airport slot reform deliver cheaper flights? How can we encourage competition in the aviation industry? In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with our Head of Political Economy Kristian Niemetz to discuss this very topic. If you're interested in learning more about what a market-based airport slot allocation system could look like, ch...

Can the private sector boost national defence? Is there a role for markets in defence? In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Keith Hartley, Emeritus Professor of Economics at the University of York. Keith is also the author of a recent IEA publication, 'The Case For Markets in Defence: Driving efficiency and effectiveness in military s...

Libertarian economist and first-term congressman Javier Milei has won a decisive victory in Argentina’s presidential election. But how did they manage to mobilise Argentinian people to vote for someone who wants to significantly reduce the size of the state? In this week's episode of Breaking Barriers, IEA Communications Officer and Linda Whetstone Scholar Reem Ibrahim sits down with Valentina Zen...

Global trade has been a positive force for humanity. However, political incentives often result in restrictions on trade. In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh unpacks this dilemma with Philip Thompson, Policy Analyst for International Trade and Intellectual Property at the Americans for Tax Reform. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss...

Is Australia Defeating the NIMBYs? What is the solution to high housing costs? In this week's podcast, IEA Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Chris Rath, an Australian politician who currently serves as the Opposition Whip in the New South Wales Legislative Council. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...

Colin Wilson was one of the most adventurous cultural rebels of the past century, and yet certainly one of the least understood. In this episode of Parallax Views, IEA Head of Cultural Affairs Marc Glendening sat down with acclaimed historian Gary Lachman, to discuss Wilson's fascinating life and work. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...

What are the benefits of tax competition? Does increased competition improve the efficiency of tax collection? In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Richard Teather, a leading British academic and consultant specialising in offshore tax. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bon...

In October, Rishi Sunak announced plans to introduce a generational ban on tobacco sales which will forbid anyone born after 2008 from ever buying cigarettes, loose tobacco, heated tobacco, shisha and cigarette papers. Where does this leave smokers today and in the future? Is the government opening a new front in the war on drugs and what are the implications for crime, tax and personal liberty? T...

What is Danish capitalism? Why are there common misconceptions about Denmark's economy? In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Stefan K. Sløk-Madsen, Head of Education at the Danish economic think tank CEPOS. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit economicaff...

Will the CMA's new powers undermine investment? This is the audio from a panel hosted by the Institute of Economic Affairs, which discussed the government’s Digital Markets and Competition Bill. The discussion built on the IEA's recent publication, “Digital Overload”, written by the ICLE’s Dirk Auer and Lazar Radic and the IEA’s Matthew Lesh: https://iea.org.uk/publications/digital-overload-how-th...

Does the Autumn Statement end 'big government'? Are these measures sufficient to get the British economy back on track? In this week's podcast, IEA Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down IEA Economics Fellow Julian Jessop, to discuss this week's autumn statement. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episo...

Can Javier Milei save Argentina? Is dollarisation the key to Argentinian's inflation problems? Javier Milei, a libertarian economist, has won a decisive victory in the Argentinian presidential election. Labelled "El Loco" (the madman) by his critics, Milei has proposed a radical agenda including ditching the local currency, the peso, in favour of the US dollar, abolishing the central bank, reducin...