Overview of Money Talks
Money Talks is a weekly podcast from The Economist that explains one major story about markets, the economy, or business in each episode. Hosted by Mike Bird, Alice Fullwood, and Ethan Wu, the show combines on-the-ground reporting and expert interviews to unpack why economic developments matter for markets and everyday life.
What the show covers
- Deep dives into one topical, high-impact economic story per episode.
- Themes include macroeconomic trends, market shifts, corporate strategy, and policy — e.g., land-value politics in the US, AI’s impact on Amazon, and Taiwan’s currency role in high‑tech exports.
- Mixes reporting, analysis, and interviews with economists, industry leaders, and policymakers.
Hosts and production
- Hosts: Mike Bird, Alice Fullwood, Ethan Wu.
- Recorded/produced from three hubs: New York, Singapore, and Washington, D.C.
- Format: weekly episodes with curated interviews and expert perspectives.
Notable guests and voices
- Examples of featured guests: Gary Cohn (likely referred to as Gary Kern in transcript but commonly known as Gary Cohn), Tyler Cowen, Geeta Gopinath — leading figures in economics, policy, and business.
Key takeaways
- The podcast aims to make complex economic stories accessible and relevant.
- Each episode links specific events or trends to broader implications for markets, politics, and consumers.
- Expert interviews provide both technical insight and practical context.
Who should listen
- Investors, business professionals, students of economics, and curious listeners who want concise, authoritative explanations of current economic and market issues.
How to engage
- New episodes released weekly.
- Recommended actions: subscribe on your preferred podcast platform; listen to episodes that match your interests in markets, policy, or business strategy.