Institute for New Economic Thinking
The History of Finance since 1980 - Duncan Foley
An American professor explains how the financial sector grew in importance and in its portion of the whole economy starting with new economic policies begun in 1980.
The Wall Street Journal
Thinking Short, Thinking Long
Wall Street wants profits. Patients want results. In-house scientists want room to breathe and time to innovate. How one big health- products company, after stumbling, now juggles the competing demands of the health business.
TLDR News
Johnson’s Plan to End Brexit Delays - Brexit Explained
Yesterday Johnson announced part of his plan to 'Get Brexit Done' - legally requiring that he get's Britain out of the EU by end of 2020. If passed his new proposal would make it illegal for the government to extend the transition...
TLDR News
Brexit Deal Approved by UK Parliament - Brexit Explained.
Yesterday the UK's parliament finally approved a Brexit Deal, signing off on Johnson's Withdrawal Agreement Bill. In this video we discuss what this means for Brexit, the exit date as well as watching some of the debate in parliament.
Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Deeper Causes of the Global Crisis - Ian Goldin
An Oxford University Professor gives his theory on how the global crisis was rooted in fundamental changes in technology, globalization and the consequent rising complexity.
Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Cambridge Conference - Kicking Off the New Institute
This explains why the inaugural conference is held in Cambridge University and what they hope to accomplish in terms of new ideas for academic theory and economic policy.,
Curated Video
The History and Making of Ice Cream
Can you guess who made the most ice cream in 1943? Learn how this iced dessert went from a luxury item in Tang dynasty China to a mass produced treat available at grocery stores today. Then try making your own ice cream!
TLDR News
All The Brexit Policies Compared (2019 General Election) - TLDR Explains.
Brexit is ultimately the reason why this whole election is happening. So we wanted to take the time to compare all of the parties' Brexit policies. From the no-deal Brexit favoured by the Brexit Party to the Lib Dem's revoking Brexit.
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Why Britain's Brexit Trade Deal with the US is Stalling - TLDR News
This week Johnson's been in America trying to build bonds with Biden and arrange the UK/US trade deal that Brexiteers have been talking about for years. However, things don't seem to be going well with trade talks stalling before ever...
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Sturgeon Demands Scottish Independence. Will She Get It? - TLDR Explains
In last week's general election the SNP got a huge boost in the polls, gaining a majority of seats in Scotland and a plurality of votes. This leads some to believe that the party has the mandate to call for a second Scottish independence...
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Why Johnson Hates the Backstop - Brexit Explained
Johnson and his fellow Brexiteers have made it clear they don't like May's existing Brexit Deal. Their biggest issue with it is the backstop it puts on Northern Ireland. In this video, we explain what it is that they don't like about the...
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Johnson’s No Deal Plans Get Derailed by MPs in Vote - Brexit Explained
Last night the government lost a vote giving MPs the power to take control of the business in the House of Commons today. In this video we're going to discuss what the result of this vote is, what it means for Brexit and if it will end...
TLDR News
The Brexit Supreme Court Case Explained - Brexit Explained
Brexit has affected a lot of areas of British life, and this latest twist leads us right to the Supreme Court. In this episode, we explain why the Supreme Court is ruling on and how it's going to affect prorogation, Brexit and UK...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Need for Interdisciplinary Work - Duncan Foley
An American professor outlines what a new economics curriculum for undergraduate and graduate students should look like, and what kind of professors should be developed.
Kids Learning Videos
The Cat Came Back! Animal Nursery Rhyme and Camp Song for Children
Old Mr. Johnson doesn't want a cat, but he can't get this kitten to leave him alone! Kids will love watching this silly cat do whatever it takes to get back to Mr. Johnson. Preschoolers and toddlers can sing along if they know the words!...
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Update: Timeline of Boris Johnson ‘Partygate’ allegations, including June 19 birthday party
A report into the allegations that U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson is due this week, with Johnson facing pressure to resign after his office admitted he attended a surprise lockdown birthday party.
TLDR News
Johnson Responds to the Taliban: The Parliamentary Debate Explained - TLDR News
Today Johnson met with MPs in the House of Commons to discuss Britain's reaction to the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan. So in this video we discuss the government's initial reaction and then discuss the proceedings from Parliament...
TLDR News
Was Johnson Islamophobic? The Conservative Islamophobia Report Explained - TLDR News
Yesterday the report into Islamophobia in the Conservative party was published, discussing institutional issues and Johnson's own remarks. So in this video we explain the report's findings, its short comings and what the party plans to...
TLDR News
The Brexit Party Won't Stand in 317 Conservative Seats - TLDR Explains
Yesterday Nigel Farage announced that the Brexit Party wouldn't contest the 317 seats that are currently held by the Conservatives. The idea is that by letting the Tories have a clean run at it, they avoid splitting the Brexit vote. So...
TLDR News
What Deal Does the EU Want From Brexit? - Brexit Explained
There's been a lot of talk, on this channel and elsewhere, about what kind of Brexit deal the UK wants. There's been significantly less conversation about what the EU wants out of it. So in this video, we discuss what the EU27 want from...
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Johnson’s Strategy to Prorogue Parliament - Brexit Explained
Earlier this week Johnson confirmed his government's plans to prorogue parliament in order to get Brexit done in the way he wanted. In this video, we tackle that 'way he wanted'. A lot of people think that Johnson did this to force...
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How Long Will the Brexit Extension Be?- Brexit Explained
It's pretty clear at this point that the UK will need another extension from the EU. Johnson's plans to hold a general election mean that the UK can't leave on the 31st, so the question is how long the EU will offer the UK. In this video...
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Geographical Profiling Applied the M25 Rapist
One evening a couple were watching tv when they heard a knock on their front door. On the doorstep was a shivering 10-year-old girl wearing only a t-shirt. She had been snatched from outside a community centre in town and raped. The...
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Did Johnson Betray the Fishing Industry: What the Brexit Deal Means for British Fish - TLDR News
One of the main selling points for Brexit is that it would allow the UK to reclaim full access to their waters, allowing the British fishing industry to flourish. However, some are less than happy with the deal Johnson agreed with the...