Economics 101
de Marco Piovesan
I quattro principi dell’Economia
À propos de ce podcast
Welcome to Economics 101, the podcast where we break down complex economic concepts and bring them to life with real-world examples, practical insights, and engaging discussions. In this series, we’ll explore the core ideas that define economics—from supply and demand to strategic decision-making—drawing from the Stevenson and Wolfers textbook and beyond. Each episode delves into a specific topic, offering a fresh perspective on the principles that drive markets, businesses, and personal choices.
Whether you’re a student, professional, or just curious about how economics affects the world around you, this podcast offers something for everyone. Join us on a journey to decode the forces shaping our economy, and let’s make economics approachable, insightful, and—most importantly—unplugged.
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- I quattro principi dell’Economia · 20 min · Saison 2 Épisode 1
- Chapter 20: Private Information · 20 min · Saison 1 Épisode 20Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re exploring the fascinating world of decision-making under private information. From used car purchases to health insurance…
- Chapter 19: Uncertainty · 13 min · Saison 1 Épisode 19Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re tackling the complex world of decision-making under uncertainty. Whether it’s an investment, a business decision, or a…
- Chapter 18: Game Theory · 18 min · Saison 1 Épisode 18Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re delving into the world of game theory—a powerful tool for understanding and navigating strategic interactions. Whether in…
- Chapter 17: Pricing Strategies · 12 min · Saison 1 Épisode 17Welcome back to Economics 101 In this episode, we’re diving into the fascinating world of sophisticated pricing strategies—the tools businesses use to maximize profits by…
- Chapter 16: Business Strategy · 16 min · Saison 1 Épisode 16Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re exploring the strategic decisions that define business success. From understanding market forces to positioning products and…
- Chapter 15: Entry, Exit, and Long-Run Profitability · 19 min · Saison 1 Épisode 15Welcome back to Economics 101! Today, we’re tackling the dynamics of entry, exit, and long-run profitability—critical concepts for understanding what keeps businesses thriving…
- Chapter 14: Market Structure and Market Power · 14 min · Saison 1 Épisode 14Welcome back to Economics 101! Today, we’re exploring the fascinating dynamics of market structures and market power—two essential concepts that determine how businesses operate…
- Chapter 13: Inequality · 48 min · Saison 1 Épisode 13Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re diving into some of the most pressing and complex issues in economics: inequality, poverty, and the role of government…
- Chapter 12: Wages, Work, and Management · 14 min · Saison 1 Épisode 12Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re delving into the forces that shape wages, the decisions that drive work, and the strategies behind effective management…
- Chapter 11: Labor Market Dynamics · 17 min · Saison 1 Épisode 11Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re exploring the fascinating world of labor markets—where workers meet employers, and wages and jobs are determined. Labor…
- Chapter 10: Externalities and Public Goods · 13 min · Saison 1 Épisode 10Welcome back to Economics 101! In today’s episode, we’re diving into two critical concepts that highlight where markets often fail: externalities and public goods. These…
- Chapter 09: International Trade · 25 min · Saison 1 Épisode 9Welcome to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at international trade, a cornerstone of the global economy that shapes everything from the goods we buy to…
- Chapter 08: Gains From Trade · 19 min · Saison 1 Épisode 8Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re exploring two essential concepts that underpin the study of economics: the gains from trade and Gross Domestic Product…
- Chapter 07: Evaluating Public Policies · 21 min · Saison 1 Épisode 7Welcome to Economics 101! In today’s episode, we’re exploring the fascinating intersection of welfare economics and market efficiency. Markets are often seen as engines of…
- Chapter 06: Government Intervention · 26 min · Saison 1 Épisode 6Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most debated topics in economics: government intervention in markets. From taxes and subsidies to…
- Chapter 05: Elasticity · 12 min · Saison 1 Épisode 5Welcome to another episode of Economics 101, we’re tackling a game-changing concept in economics: elasticity—the measure of how responsive buyers and sellers are to changes in…
- Chapter 04: Equilibrium · 11 min · Saison 1 Épisode 4Welcome back to Economics 101! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most fundamental concepts in economics: supply and demand equilibrium. This is the point where buyers…
- Chapter 03: Supply · 10 min · Saison 1 Épisode 4Welcome back to Economics 101, where we break down the economic forces shaping our world. In today’s episode, we turn our attention to supply—the seller’s side of the market…
- Chapter 02: Demand · 19 min · Saison 1 Épisode 2Welcome back to Economics 101, where we explore the fundamental concepts shaping the way we make decisions and interact with the world around us. In this episode, we’re shifting…







