Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Politics and the Sociology of the Economics Profession - James Galbraith
James Galbraith, professor at the University of Texas at Austin, notes that many economics institutions (especially journals and academic departments) are hierarchical and tribal by nature, and that sociology can exclude dissident views....
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Being Schooled
The conditioning of Girls often begins in School - and exposes much of the discrimination that girls face. But it’s also a place where girls talk back and demand to be heard.
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Australia’s Bush Fires Explained - TLDR News.
In recent weeks Australia has been hit by some of the worst fires the country has ever experienced. In this video we explain what's happening, how the fires started and what the government is doing now. Also if you want to lend a hand...
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Iran - Iraq War - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Iran - Iraq War
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Every British Prime Minister Part 3 (1852-1902)
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Every British Prime Minister Part 3 (1852-1902)
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Early Football - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Early Football
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Finnish Civil War - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Finnish Civil War
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Asian Pirates - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Asian Pirates
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Game Theory Explains Why No Deal is Inevitable - Brexit Explained.
It seems like Brexit is at a stand still. There's not been much progress recently and May's deal appears to be failing. Game theory might explain why we've not been moving forward. We explain what game theory is and how it influences...
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Is the Cooper Amendment The End of No Deal? - Brexit Explained
If May doesn't reach a new deal with the EU before the 14th February then MPs are allowed to vote on the brexit amendments again. One of those amendments will be the Cooper Amendment. We discuss how the Cooper Amendment could end the...
Curated Video
Covid-19: your questions about coronavirus, answered
The novel coronavirus has killed thousands of people and is devastating the global economy. Ed Carr, The Economist's deputy editor, and Alok Jha, our science correspondent, answer your questions on covid-19. Find all of The Economist's...
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Why Europe's nationalist parties all sound alike
Nationalist parties in the European Union are gaining momentum. At a time when the EU is increasingly fractured, they are united on many issues. What are they?
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Teenager Shows Grit After Hurricane
When Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico in 2017, many families forced to flee the island were resettled in towns throughout the United States. Some of these, of course, were students in the middle of their high school careers. Listen to...
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War of the Knives - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the War of the Knives
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The Ship that Started an Empire - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about The Ship that Started an Empire
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Mongolian Revolution 1911-21 - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Mongolian Revolution 1911-21
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Prohibition in Norway - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Prohibition in Norway
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Battle of National Gymnastics - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Battle of National Gymnastics
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China's Ethnic Groups - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about China's Ethnic Groups
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Causes of Japanese Internment - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Causes of Japanese Internment
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Ancient Brits - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Ancient Brits
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How The Queen Made £784,500 from the 2017 Election
The Queen earned over 3/4 of a million pounds from the 2017 UK General Election. Electoral Commission rules mean that she earns the money, so I have given the queen a few suggestions of how to spend it. Note: We are aware that the...
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5 Reasons Trump Will Be Re-Elected in 2020 - TLDR News.
In 2016 a lot of people were shocked to see Trump win the US Presidential Election. This time around we wanted to be a bit more prepared, so in this video, we explain the 5 reasons we think Trump hs a good chance at getting a second term.
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Does Johnson Understand How His Deal Affects Northern Ireland? - Brexit Explained.
Towards the end of last week, Johnson made some remarks in Northern Ireland to explain how his deal would impact the Great Britain/Northern Ireland border. The problem is many think he doesn't actually understand how it will work...