Toast n' Topics

May 12 2024
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A podcast for experts and everyday people alike, discussing the applications of economics in day to day life. 

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- The views expressed in this podcast are our own, and are not reflective of any institutions that we are associated with. 
- This podcast provides general information that should not be considered investment advice. 

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China, Cars, Competition: The 21st Century Electric Vehicle Revolution

May 12 2024 17 mins  
In our latest episode, we discuss the latest on the electric vehicle industry including fierce competition from fast-growing Chinese EV makers, America's policy response, and the role that foreign auto-makers might play in the energy transition.

Traffic n' Tolls: NYC’s Congestion Tax and Public Transit Infrastructure in America

Apr 28 2024 17 mins  
In this episode, Ben and Sachin analyze New York's new $15 congestion tax for drivers in Manhattan and public transit in America more broadly.

Talking Tests: Recent Changes in Standardized Testing Policy

Apr 06 2024 22 mins  
In our latest episode, we dive into the recent decision by many universities to reinstate standardized testing requirements in the admissions process, moving away from test-optional policies. We focus on the history of standardized tests, the case for test-optional admissions, as well as what these exams actually measure. Additionally, we are happy to announce that we are now on Yo

The Rates Restoration: A Watershed Moment in Japanese Monetary Policy

Mar 29 2024 34 mins  
In this episode, Sachin and Ben interview Revant Ranjan, an equity derivatives trader, on Japan's recent decision to abandon its negative interest rate policy. In the conversation, we discuss the implications of this significant change in monetary policy, as well as other longstanding issues surrounding Japan's growth, demographics, and more.

Artificial Intelligence: Advances and Implications

Mar 10 2024 20 mins  
In our latest episode, we take a deep dive into recent advances in artificial intelligence and generative AI, debate the economic benefits and harms, and discuss the longer-term implications of the technology.

On Love and Ledgers: The Economics of 21st Century Marriage

Feb 18 2024 19 mins  
In honor of Valentine's Day, our latest episode analyzes the decision to get married through an economic lens as well as some of the dramatic shifts in marriage rates over the past few decades.

Accidents in the Air: Flight Safety and the Economics of Aviation

Feb 05 2024 18 mins  
In this episode, Ben and Sachin do a deep-dive on aviation including the evolution of flight safety, the economics of the industry, and the longer-term impacts of the latest string of aviation-related safety incidents globally.

Travel and Transformation in Argentina: A Conversation With Douglas Irwin

Jan 20 2024 35 mins  
In this episode, Ben and Sachin interview Douglas Irwin, the John French Professor of Economics at Dartmouth College, about observations from his recent travel to Argentina including their macroeconomic policy, economic history, and political transformation.

Election Economics: A Conversation With Kyle Mullins, Forbes Magazine

Jan 06 2024 27 mins  
In this episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Kyle Mullins, a reporter at Forbes Magazine, about the economics of elections and some of his most recent investigatory work on the 2024 Presidential Candidates.

A New Year's Message From Toast n' Topics

Dec 31 2023 3 mins  
Tune in for a few minutes to get our thanks for a wonderful 2023! We can hardly wait for what's to come in 2024 - Happy New Year!