Episodes

  • Summer Davos
    Jun 26 2026
    Adam and Cameron recorded this episode from Dalian, China, where they’re attending the World Economic Forum’s 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, known as “Summer Davos.” They discuss the economy of China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Two Topics: Brexit and D-Day
    Jun 19 2026
    As the 10th anniversary of the Brexit referendum approaches, Adam and Cameron discuss the impact on the British economy. Also on the show: The Allied invasion of Normandy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Live From Berlin
    Jun 12 2026
    Germany is considering a package of reforms to reduce its welfare state and make the economy more productive. This would include changes to labor laws, welfare payments to the unemployed, and the retirement age. In this live show in Berlin, Adam and Cameron discuss the potential reforms and also the Tempelhofer Feld, a huge park in Berlin where some Germans now want to build apartments to address the city’s housing crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • Is Europe Falling Behind?
    Jun 5 2026
    Real disposal income has grown in the United States much faster than in Europe since the beginning of the century. Does that mean European economies are falling behind? It’s a debate some prominent economists are having lately, including Nobel winners Paul Krugman and Philippe Aghion. Adam and Cameron discuss. Also on the show: The economics of Morocco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • Berlin Live Show Annoucement
    Jun 3 2026
    As Cameron mentioned in last week's episode, Ones and Tooze is coming to Berlin for a live taping this upcoming Monday, June 8. Capacity is limited, and tickets are selling fast. We hope to see you there! For more event details and ticket info: https://www.podfestberlin.com/event-details/ones-tooze-live-in-berlin-june-2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 min
  • The Postwar Iranian Economy
    May 29 2026
    A long-term truce deal between the United States and Iran would likely include some sanctions relief in exchange for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Adam and Cameron discuss where that would leave Iran and how the war has changed some core economic positions in the region. Also on the show: the economics of bodybuilding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Taiwan
    May 22 2026
    Taiwan runs a huge trade surplus, which is partly due to its chip manufacturing industry. Adam and Cameron discuss how the surplus affects Taiwan and other issues related to its economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 mins
  • Russia’s Economic Slowdown
    May 15 2026
    Adam and Cameron discuss the current status of Russia’s war in Ukraine and how both countries are faring economically four years into the conflict. Also on the show: What can the British Labour Party learn from other center-left governments? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins