Economy
Bird Brains, Bird Sex, and All Kinds of Beauty (with Matt Ridley)
0:37 Intro. Russ Roberts: Today is March 4th, 2025, and I’m pleased to welcome back author, naturalist, and scientist Matt Ridley to EconTalk. This marks Matt's fifth appearance, previously gracing…
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ESG and the Purpose of Corporations: Back to Basics
The ESG agenda, which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, has gained significant momentum in recent years. Originating at the…
While Apple faces Indonesia ban, Chinese smartphone maker Honor enters
Huawei spinoff Honor has revealed plans to enter the Indonesian smartphone market by the end of March. This move comes…
The Reluctant Activist, or Not Only Can You Fight City Hall, You Can Actually Win
In January 2004, David Henderson wrote an article titled "The Reluctant Activist, or Not Only Can You Fight City Hall,…
What Should Economists Do? A Historical Perspective
Buchanan's opposition to the traditional view of economics as a science of choice and his emphasis on exchange as the…
Mind Your Metaphors – Econlib
Metaphors in Economics: A Closer Look In the realm of economics, metaphors play a crucial role in shaping our understanding…
An Economic Approach to Homer’s Odyssey: Part I
The economic approach to Homer's Odyssey offers a unique perspective on the classic epic poem. Rather than trying to decipher…
Are target-date funds — the most popular 401(k) investment — right for you?
Target-date funds have become increasingly popular among 401(k) participants as a way to simplify their retirement savings strategy. These funds…
Understanding the Settler Colonialism Movement (with Adam Kirsch)
And, it also means that there's a kind of shared guilt or complicity that all non-indigenous people have in the…