Econ To Go

Welcome to Econ To Go, where Stanford economics meets your everyday life. Hosted by Neale Mahoney, director of the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR), the show takes you on a walk across campus for smart, curious conversations about the forces shaping our economy. From AI and productivity to inflation and college sports, it’s Stanford economics, to go.

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What is Econ To Go?

Econ To Go brings Stanford economics into your everyday life — served with a side of coffee. Hosted by Neale Mahoney, economics professor and director of the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR), the show takes you on a walk across campus with leading thinkers as they unpack the ideas that shape the economy, business, and public policy.

Each episode features researchers and practitioners whose insights will sharpen your perspective and shift the way you see the world. From AI and productivity to monetary policy and college sports, you’ll hear lively conversations on issues that matter. Smart, curious, and conversational — it’s Stanford economics, to go.

Neale Mahoney (00:01):
Ever wish you could take a walk across campus with leading thinkers as they explore the ideas shaping the economy, business, and public policy? I'm Neale Mahoney, economics professor and director of the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research, and Econ To Go is your chance to join us. In each episode, I sit down with fascinating guests right here on the beautiful Stanford University campus for conversations that will sharpen your perspective and shift the way you see the world.

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From how AI is shaping productivity and the labor market to changing incentives in college sports, we dig in and explore how research is illuminating what's next. Expect clear thinking, rigorous research, and real-world relevance. So whether you're deep in the world of policy, trying to get an edge for your business, or just curious about the way the economy works, tag along with us for conversations on issues that matter.

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Econ To Go, brought to you by the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research, is smart, curious, and conversational. Ideal for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the curve. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. This is Stanford Economics, to go.