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Politics · 20 min

Economics for the Common Good

By Jean Tirole

This episode reveals how economics, far from being a neutral force, is a powerful design tool that shapes our collective well-being and future.

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Politics
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“This episode reveals how economics, far from being a neutral force, is a powerful design tool that shapes our collective well-being and future.”

— Jean Tirole, Economics for the Common Good

What it is about

Economic design, market structures, societal well-being

Who it is for

If you've ever felt that economic forces are too complex or distant to influence, this can help you see how they are actively designed and can be reshaped.

The author

Nobel laureate Jean Tirole brings decades of research to illuminate how economic theory can be a practical tool for addressing society's most pressing challenges, from climate change to financial crises.

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Jean Tirole

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