economics

History: Land of Promise: An Economic History of the United States

Matthew Long-Middleton — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:05:14 +0000

History host Monroe Dodd speaks with Michael Lind about his most recent book, Land of Promise: An Economic History of the United States. They explore the curious history of the United States from its inception to today through the lens of three distinct economic republics. These three periods of American history are distinct in their incredible transformation brought about by technological and subsequent economical changes that also transformed the very way America understands itself.

Getting A Handle On The Financial Crisis

Beth Lipoff and Steve Kraske — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:20:23 +0000

With the financial crisis, it seems everyone’s got economics on the brain—and for good reason.

Economic Roundtable: Post-Keynesian Theory

Tomeka Weatherspoon and Jabulani Leffall — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 14:56:05 +0000

Want to satisfy your inner econ geek?

You've come to the right place. On Thursday's Central Standard, we’re having a roundtable talk on all things Post-Keynesian with distinguished UMKC research professors William Black, Randall Wray and Michael Hudson.

Find out why the dynamics of private sector are essential to understanding the economy. Plus, we’ll discuss government transparency and accountability. If you're just little rusty on your economic theory and policy, join us at the table for the perfect refresher course.

Beyond The Supreme Court Decision On The Affordable Care Act

Stephen Steigman and Steve Kraske — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:29:26 +0000

Over the next year, Congress and the President will be called upon to reconsider all major elements of the U.S. ‘safety net,’ as well as the foundations of the U.S. tax system.

Scorecasting: The Hidden Influences Behind How Sports Are Played & Games Are Won

Stephen Steigman, Steve Kraske, Kathleen Pointer and Danie Alexander — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:51:07 +0000

The final dance of this year’s college basketball season is tonight. Fans everywhere are counting on their team to pull off the big win in New Orleans.

But will the best team win? Monday on Up to Date: a conversation about the hidden forces that shape how basketball, baseball, football and hockey games are played, won and lost.

Monkey Economics

Steve Kraske, Kathleen Pointer and Danie Alexander — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:03:34 +0000

We’re not all economical geniuses, and we’ve all probably made less than sterling financial choices along the way. Is there a reason for these lapses in judgment? Dr. Laurie Santos is here to tell us about her research on the origins of our irrational decisions. The Yale University psychologist draws on an evolutionary cousin’s propensity for theft, hoarding and competitiveness to explain our own fiscal behavior. Yep, today we’re talking monkey economics and why it means we humans might not be as unique as we once thought.

Economics As Enemy Of War

Dan Verbeck — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 23:37:32 +0000

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Fort Leavenworth, Kan. – The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff brought a message to military students at Fort Leavenworth they would not likely have heard less than a generation ago: that improving the global economy is a stratagem to stave off wars. Dan Verbeck was there and filed a report.