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The Paradox of Thrift

The Paradox of Thrift

Released Wednesday, 29th August 2012
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The Paradox of Thrift

The Paradox of Thrift

The Paradox of Thrift

The Paradox of Thrift

Wednesday, 29th August 2012
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The Paradox of Thrift suggests that while it may be wise for an individual to save money when income is low and job prospects are precarious, it could be collectively disastrous if everyone is thrifty together.

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60-Second Adventures in Economics - for iPod/iPhone

Ever shaken an invisible hand? Been flattened by a falling market? Or wondered what took the bend out of Phillips' curve? David Mitchell helps reveal some of the great dilemmas faced by governments trying to run an economy - whether to save or spend, control inflation, regulate trade, fix exchange rates, or just leave everyone to get on with it and not intervene. You'll learn why Adam Smith put such a high price on free markets, how Keynes found a bold new way to reduce unemployment, and what economists went on to discover about the impact of policy on people's and businesses' behaviour - which may not always be entirely rational...

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