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- S1 E1 - Poverty in China, and How To Solve ItNovember 9, 202311minChina has invested over $1T to tackle poverty; however new solutions are needed to make it sustainable. One proposed solution is a livestock program where the poor are given cows rather than free money.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E2 - The "Perfect" Little Economy of New ZealandNovember 9, 202315minNew Zealand has a prosperous market economy—driven by agricultural innovation—and a robust legal system that protects businesses. However the government needs to manage issues like expensive housing and an influx of immigrants.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E3 - The Economics of HollywoodNovember 9, 202317minMovie ticket sales have been decreasing for 20 years with COVID-19 causing a 71% decline in the global box office. Understanding the economics of the film industry including funding subsidies and theater concessions is complex.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E4 - Iceland's Story from Financial Crisis to ProsperityNovember 9, 202312minIceland's economy is remarkably resilient. Learn how the tiny nation of Iceland has survived economic turbulence through its unique industries: aluminum smelting geothermal power and Bitcoin mining.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E5 - The Turbulent Economics of the Airline IndustryNovember 9, 202314minDelve into the economic forces shaping the ever-changing landscape of the airline industry. Which drivers are pushing ticket prices both up and down and how are airlines adapting in the midst of intense market saturation?Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E6 - Why Are Modern Supply Chains So Needlessly Complex?November 9, 202314minSupply chain design complexity and pandemic-induced restrictions on international shipping are impacting companies' adaptability and bottom line.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E7 - Why the NFT Market Is Not As Crazy As You ThinkNovember 9, 202317minFrom Nyan Cat to LeBron James digital collectibles called non-fungible tokens or NFTs are reshaping the market. Explore their value potential and reasons for their seemingly absurd prices.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E8 - How the Suez Crisis Might Give Rise To a New IndustryNovember 9, 202312minThe Suez Canal disaster has impacted the already struggling shipping industry. Who is responsible for the $400 million per hour cost and will we turn to modern airships for cost-effective transport instead?Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E9 - Hyperinflation is Already Here—You Just Haven't Realised It YetNovember 9, 202317minFor modern economies hyperinflation has been an economic menace over the last century. Past examples from failed countries such as Venezuela and Hungary reveal warning signs that are emerging in the U.S.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E10 - Why Silicon Valley and Shenzhen Have Exactly the Opposite ProblemNovember 9, 202314minSilicon Valley and Shenzhen are two of the world's most prominent technology hubs. But while Silicon Valley has excess venture capital Shenzhen's innovation is limited due to investment restrictions.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E11 - Do We Actually Want Affordable Housing?November 9, 202321minHouse prices have risen drastically—particularly during the pandemic—leading to overcrowding and affordability issues. Housing values should be treated as commodities with stable prices encouraged.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E12 - The Great Labor Shortage CrisisNovember 9, 202314minIn 2020 the U.S. unemployment rate spiked to 15% due to COVID-19 forcing businesses to implement cost-cutting measures or close. A shift in the non-accelerating inflation rate of unemployment has added to this problem.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E13 - The Economy of SpainNovember 9, 202316minHit hard by the pandemic Spain's decentralized government is struggling to recover. It has advantages such as policies to prevent poverty but also lacks power over international policies.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E14 - The Troubled Economy of El SalvadorNovember 9, 202311minWhile struggling with inflation El Salvador adopts Bitcoin as legal tender to attract foreign investment. Bitcoin offers a solution to monetary shortages and lower transaction fees for foreign workers.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E15 - 8 Months of Stimulus Just UnraveledNovember 9, 202313minDive into the central banks' quantitative easing reversal to see how the Fed's $1T Reverse Repos undo 8 months of easing—and mask other issues. Learn about Repos the impact of cash hoarding and the post-pandemic money velocity drop. Balancing GDP money supply and inflation is crucial.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E16 - Why You Should Be Worried About China's Debt CrisisNovember 9, 202316minChina faces rolling blackouts due to an energy crisis caused by regulations and market failures amid energy industry reforms. Energy is valuable and a core of economic prosperity so it could become a future currency.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E17 - The "Dirty" Economy of AustraliaNovember 9, 202318minAustralia’s successful economy relies on unstable industries foreign investment in education a well-integrated financial system and high per capita income. However it lacks diverse exports and has high taxes.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E18 - Inflation Is Driving Secondhand Markets Out of Control, Here’s WhyNovember 9, 202316minInflation fuels the surge of luxury secondhand markets. Rare items are exempt from price controls allowing sellers to pocket pure profit. Authorized dealers use exclusive Veblen goods to build relationships with wealthy clients.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E19 - China’s Blackouts Are Shining Light On a New ProblemNovember 9, 202317minAccess to energy is crucial for economic prosperity and standards of living. Energy could become the currency of the future but it is difficult to produce and distribute. Government control is necessary to prevent monopolies due to high capital and land requirements.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E20 - This Year’s Nobel Prize Is Going To Change Everything...November 9, 202315minThree economists win the Nobel Prize in labor economics. Their impactful contributions reshape modern economies with lasting influence ahead.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E21 - How Has Brexit Been Going?November 9, 202314minIt has been more than five years since the UK voted to leave the European Union. Explore the aftermath of this decision. Are there regrets?Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E22 - MIT Has Predicted that Society Will Collapse in 2040November 9, 202317minIn 1972 MIT predicted wide-spread societal collapse by 2040 due to environmental political social and economic issues. KPMG's report shows our current system is economically fragile with declining population and resources as well as pollution.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E23 - China Has a Debt Problem Three Times Larger Than EvergrandeNovember 9, 202312minIt is smart for a nation to strategically invest in robust infrastructure but China's experience highlights the perils of excess. Achieving equilibrium is vital for long-term success and sustainability.Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E24 - Are Economists Too Pessimistic?November 9, 202311minEconomists have predicted 5 of the past 15 recessions. Let's explore their track record and credibility. Should we take them seriously?Free trial of Curiosity Stream
- S1 E25 - How is "Transitory" Inflation Going?November 9, 202319minLet's explore inflation's current impact on the economy with regard to housing the wealth gap the link with unemployment interest rates the role of the U.S. dollar and more. Viewer scrutiny of policy is encouraged!Free trial of Curiosity Stream
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