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Politics · 19 min

Austerity

By Mark Blyth

Mark Blyth argues that austerity, often presented as an economic necessity, is a political choice with profound, often counterproductive, human and economic consequences. This episode dissects why 'tightening the belt' at a national level can worsen crises and create lasting societal damage.

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“Mark Blyth argues that austerity, often presented as an economic necessity, is a political choice with profound, often counterproductive, human and economic consequences. This episode dissects why 'tightening the belt' at a national level can worsen crises and create lasting societal damage.”

— Mark Blyth, Austerity

What it is about

economics, fiscal policy, economic crises

Who it is for

Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of economics, fiscal policy, economic crises and better judgment in how they apply it.

The author

Mark Blyth brings a credible and useful lens to economics, fiscal policy, economic crises, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

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Mark Blyth

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