AppliedMMT Podcast

Apr 16 2024 25 ep. 55 mins 27
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Discussing the economy, public policy, and current events through an MMT (Modern Monetary Theory) lens.

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#25 - Conversation with David Andolfatto

Apr 16 2024 89 mins  
David Andolfatto (@dandolfa) Professor & Economics Department Chair at the University of Miami, joins Adam, Douglas, and Ryan to discuss:David's journey from construction to academia and the Federal Reserve.His focus on monetary theory and views on the essence of money.How MMT compares and contrasts with traditional economic theories.David's take on money's role in resource all

#24 - Conversation with Brett Scott (Part 2)

Mar 25 2024 67 mins  
In this episode, Brett Scott joins Adam, Doug, and Ryan to discuss: Vertical and horizontal dimensions of money Crypto capturing attention through an asset-only view of money that people commonly holdCrypto ignoring double-entry accounting and liability side of money by treating units as assets aloneBitcoin's reliance on energy-intensive mining and whether it can truly function as

#23 - Conversation with Brett Scott (Part 1)

Mar 12 2024 57 mins  
In this episode, Brett Scott joins Adam, Doug, and Ryan to discuss: Brett's intellectual journey with MMT and how he was exposed to the ideas through different communities and eventsChallenges of separating fact from conspiracy theories Brett's perspective on tensions between using existing monetary systems and building alternative currenciesDiscussion of libertarian and anarcho-ca

#22 - Conversation with Derek McDaniel

Mar 04 2024 66 mins  
In this episode, Derek McDaniel (@ratedisparity) joins Adam, Derek, and Ryan to discuss: Derek's Background: Transition from academics in mathematics and computer science to exploring economics and MMT.Journey into MMT: Early exposure to Austrian economics, online debates, and realization about the national debt.Current Stance on MMT: Emphasis on separating MMT into independent pro

#21 - Maren Poitras, Creator of MMT Documentary "Finding the Money"

Jan 30 2024 75 mins  
In this episode, Adam, Ryan, and Doug interview Maren Poitras, creator of "Finding the Money", the documentary film about MMT. They discuss:Maren's backgroundMaren's inspiration for creating the filmThe film's development processReception to early screeningsMaren's observations regarding mainstream economics vs. heterodox economicsChallenges in explaining MMT via filmFuture plans f

#20 - 2023 Wrap-Up & Looking Ahead to 2024

Dec 28 2023 48 mins  
Adam, Doug, and Ryan wrap up 2023, discussing their learnings, surprises, and expectations for 2024:The strong GDP growth and low unemployment in 2023, noting how rate hikes seemed to stimulate the economy, contrary to popular belief.Higher government spending and lower inflation in 2023 The importance of understanding fiscal policy's impact on the macroeconomy while other factors

#19 - Ritik Goyal of The Monetary Frontier

Dec 19 2023 66 mins  
In this episode, Ritik Goyal joins Adam, Ryan, and Douglas to discuss:Ritik's journey from working at Bridgewater to co-founding "The Monetary Frontier" on SubstackHow Ritik was drawn to MMT as a framework that accurately describes economic flows and policy impacts, especially in the context of austerity politics.Ritik's nuanced view on MMT, particularly questioning the idea of a z

#18 - Douglas of MMT Macro Trader Returns!

Nov 13 2023 58 mins  
In this episode, Douglas of MMT Macro Trader joins Adam and Ryan discuss:Big announcement - the future of AppliedMMT & MMT Macro Trader!4.9% Q3 GDP printIs Fintwit connecting the dots on the interest income channel?What drove GDP growth in 2023?The relationship between interest rates and the economyPotential systemic risks in the economy todayThe “failed treasury auction” o

#17 - Interview with Charles Hayden

Sep 12 2023 70 mins  
In this episode, Charles Hayden joins Ryan to discuss:Warren Mosler’s thesis that the Fed has interest rate policy backwardsMMT academics countering mainstream economistsMainstream economists thinking unemployment is necessary to reduce inflationSaudi oil prices & their impact on inflationNegative GDP prints in 2022 & recession fearsBank credit increasing despite rate hik

#16 - Explaining the Phantom Liquidity Drain

Jul 26 2023 54 mins  
In this episode, Adam and Ryan discuss:Shout out to Nick Gomez of ANG Traders (@ANGTraders)Fears of market liquidity drain during TGA refill in late May/early JuneThe mechanics of the TGA refillThe Fed's reverse repo facilityMMT being blamed for inflationRandy Wray and Yeva Nersisyan's policy recommendations at the beginning of the pandemicMMT's opposition to UBIAre rate hikes keep