Best Peterson Institute For International Economics Podcasts (2025)

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Michael Clemens on immigration and the US economy (Episode 7) 30:10

11d ago30:10

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In this episode of PIIE Insider LIVE, Anjali V. Bhatt, PIIE communications manager and research fellow, joins PIIE nonresident senior fellow Michael Clemens for a live, virtual conversation on immigration and the US economy, including the effects of deportations. PIIE Insider LIVE brings the exclusive content in our flagship newsletter, PIIE Inside…

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Chad Bown on tariffs, tracking trade wars, and the future of global trade (Episode 6) 31:47

2M ago31:47

31:47

Chad P. Bown, Reginald Jones senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics (PIIE), host of the popular Trade Talks podcast and former US Department of State chief economist, discusses US tariffs, his work tracking trade wars, and where he sees global trade heading in light of President Donald Trump’s policies. PIIE Insider LIV…

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Economic statecraft and the Russia-Ukraine war (Episode 5) 25:36

2M ago25:36

25:36

Elina Ribakova, PIIE nonresident senior fellow and director of the International Affairs Program and vice president for foreign policy at the Kyiv School of Economics, discusses economic statecraft and the Russia-Ukraine war, including the impact of sanctions on Russia’s economy and military-industrial sector, Russia-China relations, critical miner…

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207. What happened on Trump’s tariff day 29:16

2M ago29:16

29:16

Soumaya Keynes (Financial Times) joins to cohost an emergency episode explaining President Trump’s sweeping April 2 tariff announcement. Bown and Keynes turn to Douglas A. Irwin on history, Maurice Obstfeld on the US dollar, and Kathleen Claussen on law to clarify what we know about the tariff actions so far (29:14).…

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The EU's new era of trade and geopolitical challenges (Episode 4) 29:50

2M ago29:50

29:50

PIIE nonresident senior fellow, host of Trade Winds, and former European commissioner for trade Cecilia Malmström discusses tariffs, trade tensions, and other challenges facing the European Union. PIIE Insider LIVE brings the exclusive content in our flagship newsletter, PIIE Insider, to your screen (and headphones). Anjali V. Bhatt, Peterson Insti…

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206. Paul Krugman talks trade, industrial policy, and Trump 42:13

3M ago42:13

42:13

Nobel Laureate Paul Krugman (City University of New York) joins for a wide-ranging conversation on historical lessons as well as some new thinking about international trade, the “agglomeration economies” driving geographically concentrated production, industrial policy, as well as the policy environment under President Trump (42:12).…

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205. Trump's Ukraine minerals deal and China 33:48

3M ago33:48

33:48

A potential US-Ukraine critical minerals agreement is only the latest effort to address security concerns over US sourcing of critical minerals from China. America’s previous top diplomat for critical minerals, Geoff Pyatt (former Assistant Secretary of State, former US ambassador to Ukraine) joins to explain (33.47).…

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204. Is Europe ready for Trump? 34:32

3M ago34:32

34:32

Europe had a rocky ride during President Trump's first term, but it was largely spared from significant tariffs. The world is different this time around. Former European Commission trade official Rupert Schlegelmilch joins to explain (34:32).

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203. What if Trump halts duty-free packages from China? 37:34

3M ago37:34

37:34

Shipments of small packages from China have skyrocketed, but the de minimis policy that excludes them from tariffs may end. Chris Casey (Congressional Research Service) joins to explore the history of the US de minimis policy and Amit Khandelwal (Yale University) shares economic research into the question of what happens if the policy ends (37:33).…

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South Korea's economy amid political turmoil (Episode 3) 29:45

3M ago29:45

29:45

PIIE senior fellow and former South Korean trade minister Yeo Han-koo discusses the looming challenges South Korea faces amid months of domestic political turmoil and US policy uncertainties under the Trump administration. PIIE Insider LIVE brings the exclusive content in our flagship newsletter, PIIE Insider, to your screen (and headphones). Anjal…

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Can liquefied natural gas actually help climate efforts? (Episode 10) 26:51

3M ago26:51

26:51

The United States has become the world’s biggest exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, a trend certain to continue under President Donald Trump, but will this surge hurt or help the cause of climate change? Renowned energy expert and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Daniel Yergin (S&P Global) joins to discuss the future of LNG exports and h…

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202. Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs are back 32:23

4M ago32:23

32:23

President Trump first imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum in 2018, but this time it's different. Ana Swanson (New York Times) joins to explain (32:23).By Chad P. Bown

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201. Trade Talks is back. And so is President Trump. 29:51

4M ago29:51

29:51

Tariffs from the new President call for an emergency relaunch of the longstanding trade podcast. Aime Williams (Financial Times) joins to explain what happened with Canada, Mexico, and China (29:50). Read more…By Chad P. Bown

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Where climate change meets war (Episode 9) 39:50

4M ago39:50

39:50

How does climate change exacerbate armed conflicts—and how do conflicts get in the way of climate efforts? Cullen S. Hendrix (Peterson Institute for International Economics) joins to examine the economic and security implications of climate change, with examples from the war in Ukraine, Syria, and other regions. He also discusses research on how we…

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Climate efforts hinge on carbon taxes (Episode 8) 29:49

4M ago29:49

29:49

As the world grapples with climate change, carbon pricing has emerged as a proven policy tool for discouraging the use of fossil fuels. But raising the price of fuel, gasoline, and other fossil-based energy remains politically tough. Kimberly Clausing (Peterson Institute for International Economics; UCLA) joins to discuss how carbon pricing works, …

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What sparked Europe's green transition? (Episode 7) 40:39

5M ago40:39

40:39

Europe has emerged as a global leader in climate action, but what makes Europe's approach so effective? And how did the Russia-Ukraine war unexpectedly become a catalyst for a faster green transition? Jacob Funk Kirkegaard (Peterson Institute for International Economics; Bruegel) joins to discuss carbon pricing, Europe’s adoption of renewable energ…

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Measuring AI’s damage to climate and health (Episode 6) 34:26

6M ago34:26

34:26

There has been much hype over AI and its potential benefits to work and society, but what about the vast computing power necessary to develop and train deep learning models? Shaolei Ren (University of California Riverside) joins to discuss the effects of the AI supply chain on the environment and public health, and what regulatory actions are being…

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How the changing climate is eroding public health (Episode 5) 37:57

6M ago37:57

37:57

The warming of Planet Earth poses an array of public health challenges beyond excessive heat. The rising threat of prevalent vector-borne diseases is the subject of this conversation with Mary Hayden (University of Colorado, Colorado Springs), with a particular focus on the perils for developing countries, and whether the globe is ready for another…

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What is China’s role in climate action? (Episode 4) 40:45

6M ago40:45

40:45

China is the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases and the country faced new records for extreme temperatures in 2023. Its domestic response has prioritized measures to adapt to climate change rather than reduce emissions, but what other steps is it taking? Joanna Lewis (Georgetown University) joins to discuss China’s green innovation, how to…

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Olivier Blanchard on Trumponomics (Episode 2) 29:27

6M ago29:27

29:27

Olivier Blanchard breaks down some of President-elect Trump's economic policies. He explains why he thinks they may have disappointing results but won't be the catastrophe some economists claim if the Federal Reserve sticks to its mandate. PIIE Insider LIVE brings the exclusive content in our flagship newsletter, PIIE Insider, to your screen (and h…

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What's next after the 2024 US election with Adam Posen (Episode 1) 31:09

7M ago31:09

31:09

PIIE president Adam S. Posen dives into what's next for the global economy after the US election, what he has been hearing from people around the world, and what it means for us here at PIIE. PIIE Insider LIVE brings the exclusive content in our flagship newsletter, PIIE Insider, to your screen (and headphones). Anjali V. Bhatt, PIIE communications…

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The global race for electric vehicles (Episode 3) 43:46

7M ago43:46

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Electric vehicles have surged in popularity in recent years. But not all consumers are ready to hit the EV pedal. In this episode, host Monica de Bolle sits with Mary E. Lovely (Peterson Institute for International Economics) to understand how the auto industry is changing; challenges for supply chains, the environment, and workers; and ultimately,…

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Introducing PIIE Insider LIVE: Chats with the Peterson Institute’s economic policy experts 1:07

7M ago1:07

1:07

It turns out that people at think tanks really do think a lot. On PIIE Insider Live, host Anjali V. Bhatt, Communications Manager and Research Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, will chat with her colleagues to give you an inside look into their research and insights you won’t find anywhere else. Join the live events to a…

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The overlooked costs of climate action (Episode 1) 29:03

7M ago29:03

29:03

As countries attempt to reduce carbon emissions, they must consider the price tag of rebuilding energy systems, housing, infrastructure, and more. Jean Pisani-Ferry (Peterson Institute for International Economics), former top adviser to President Emmanuel Macron of France, joins to discuss how the world will pay for the green transition. This podca…

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How worried should we be about climate refugees? (Episode 2) 40:05

7M ago40:05

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The rise in extreme weather events is forcing more people to leave their homes, but what about those left behind? Renowned immigration expert Michael A. Clemens (Peterson Institute for International Economics) joins to discuss how climate affects migration, common misconceptions, and how immigration policies need to adapt. This podcast is produced …

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Introducing Policy for the Planet 1:32

8M ago1:32

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Solving the climate crisis requires a historic global collective effort. The Policy for the Planet podcast explores how countries are responding. Join best-selling author and scholar Monica de Bolle as she converses with economists, health experts, political scientists, and more to unravel the complex policy choices to save our planet’s future. Sub…