Best ECIPE Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 102: Donald Trump vs. the World Part II with Frank Lavin 45:49

5d ago45:49

45:49

In this episode of the Global Economy Podcast, Fredrik Erixon and Frank Lavin discuss the potential impact of the incoming second Trump administration on foreign policy. They analyse the likelihood of a continuing transactional and domestic-centric approach, considering campaign rhetoric,...By ECIPE

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Episode 101: Moldova and Georgia – A Crossroads Between the EU and Russia with Tengiz Pkhaladze 23:30

2d ago23:30

23:30

Director Fredrik Erixon interviews Tengiz Pkhaladze, a Senior Fellow at ECIPE, about the recent developments in Moldova and Georgia, two countries on the path to EU membership, where important elections have recently been held. The conversation looks at the outcomes...By ECIPE

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Episode 100: What Lies Ahead in a Second Trump Administration? with Inu Manak 33:13

17d ago33:13

33:13

To celebrate the 100th episode of the ECIPE Global Economy Podcast, host Fredrik Erixon welcomes Inu Mana, a distinguished trade policy expert and follow at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) in Washington, DC. In this timely discussion recorded just...By ECIPE

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Episode 99: Calling on the EU-US Trade and Technology Council – How to Deliver for the Planet and the Economy with Oscar Guinea 25:10

8M ago25:10

25:10

Director Fredrik Erixon talks with Senior Economist Oscar Guinea ahead of the 6th EU-US TTC on why this meeting taking place in Leuven between the 4th and 6th of April, 2024, is of particular importance due to the sociopolitical context....By ECIPE

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Episode 98: Liberalism versus Populism – How can Liberalism Fight Back? with Nils Karlson 48:45

8M ago48:45

48:45

This podcast is a partial recording of the seminar held at the ECIPE office in Brussels “Liberalism versus Populism – How can Liberalism Fight Back?” with the participation of political science Professor and Founder of the Ratio Institute Nils Karlson...By ECIPE

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Episode 97: EU Strategic Interdependence and How to Revitalise the WTO with José Ignacio Torreblanca 49:24

10M ago49:24

49:24

This podcast is a recording of the conversation that ECIPE Director Matthias Bauer hosted with José Ignacio Torreblanca, Senior Policy Fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) and Head of ECFR’s Madrid office, during the January 17th webinar...By ECIPE

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Episode 96: Mexico and the European Union – How to Strengthen Opportunities in the Era of Strategic Autonomy? with H.E. Rogelio Granguillhome 53:28

12M ago53:28

53:28

Renata Zilli hosts a discussion with H.E. Rogelio Granguillhome, Ambassador of Mexico to the Kingdom of Belgium and Permanent Representative to the European Union, on the limits, opportunities, and promising future of EU-Mexico relations. This podcast episode explores the pivotal moments of...By ECIPE

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Episode 95: EU vs. US States – Comparing economic growth 17:22

1+ y ago17:22

17:22

In this episode, Fredrik Erixon and Oscar Guinea speak about relative economic decline – more specifically the decline of the European economy in comparison to the American economy. This conversation is based on a recent ECIPE paper on Europe’s poor economic growth and its consequences for prosperity. The Policy Brief...…

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Episode 94: The Enduring Legacy of Adam Smith with Matt Ridley and Russ Roberts 59:58

1+ y ago59:58

59:58

In a wide-ranging conversation with Matt Ridley and Russ Roberts, Fredrik Erixon delves into the enduring legacy of Adam Smith, the Scottish philosopher whose ideas have profoundly shaped our understanding of society and the economy. Celebrating the 300th anniversary of Smith, they explore his seminal...…

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Episode 93: The US trade policy and America’s role in the world economic order with Keith Rockwell and Stuart Harbinson 51:31

1+ y ago51:31

51:31

In this episode, Fredrik Erixon talks to Keith Rockwell and Stuart Harbinson about the US trade policy and America’s role in the world economic order, specifically, how does the Biden administration think about trade? Keith M. Rockwell is a Senior Research Fellow at the Hinrich Foundation. Before...By ECIPE

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Episode 92: The EU’s Digital Regulations and Freedom of Political Speech with Joan Barata 46:52

1+ y ago46:52

46:52

In this episode, Fredrik Erixon talks to Dr Joan Barata about emerging European regulations affecting speech and political discourse. They discuss recent legislation such as the Digital Services Act, the Media Act and their impact on digital platforms and freedom of political speech. Dr...By ECIPE

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Episode 91: The European Cybersecurity Certification Scheme for Cloud Services (EUCS) with Nigel Cory 28:52

1+ y ago28:52

28:52

In this episode Matthias Bauer talks to Nigel Cory about the EUCS. In particular, they touch upon topics such as the controversies surrounding it, why it follows a French template, the impacts in EU member states and possible measures to deal with countries like...By ECIPE

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Episode 90: Opportunities for the D9+ Group in Raising their Profile and how to Overcome Challenges on the Way with Raquel Jorge Ricart 15:50

2y ago15:50

15:50

In this online conversation, Philipp Lamprecht speaks to Raquel Jorge Ricart who is a Technology, Digital and Cyber Policy Analyst at the Elcano Royal Institute in Spain. They talk about how the D9+ initiative can expand the scale and scope of technological change in...By ECIPE

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Episode 89: Leadership in European Digital Policy and the Future Role and Direction of the D9+ Group with Miguel Otero 18:16

2y ago18:16

18:16

In this online conversation, Philipp Lamprecht talks to Miguel Otero who is a senior analyst at the Elcano Royal Institute. They discuss the ECIPE study that argues that the common traits of the D9+ countries, in terms of digital and general economic characteristics, should prompt the...By ECIPE

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Episode 88: The Current State of Globalisation with Erik van der Marel 35:01

2y ago35:01

35:01

Fredrik Erixon talks to Erik van der Marel about what kind of changes are arising in the global economy and in globalisation itself. They touch upon the notion of whether globalisation is dying as well as the role of globalisation in trading goods and services....By ECIPE

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Episode 87: The Future of China with Xi Jinping with Frank Lavin 26:29

2y ago26:29

26:29

Fredrik Erixon talks to Frank Lavin about the overall direction of Chinese security and economic policies after the 20th National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party that was held between 16-22 October 2022. They focus on the political relations with Taiwan and Russia...By ECIPE

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Episode 86: IP in the EU FTA’s Series: The Role of IP in Fostering Innovation and Global Competitiveness of European Industries with Jörgen Warborn 13:04

2y ago13:04

13:04

In this online conversation Jacki Davis talks to Jörgen Warborn, a Member of the European Parliament and its Committee on International Trade. They discuss the importance of Intellectual Property for innovation and global competitiveness of European industries and how to realize the full...By ECIPE

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Episode 85: Industrial Data Sharing Models and the Proposed EU Data Act with Sicco Lehmann-Brauns 33:25

2+ y ago33:25

33:25

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Episode 84: The Current State of EU-China Relations with Daniel Kaddik 29:28

2+ y ago29:28

29:28

Matthias Bauer talks to Daniel Kaddik, the Executive Director of the European Liberal Forum. They discuss EU-China political relations considering systemic political challenges, the escalations with Russia, and issues related to China’s trade distortive policies.By ECIPE

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Episode 83: The Long-term Effects of Technology on Economic Growth with Björn Brey 29:14

2+ y ago29:14

29:14

Erik van der Marel talks to Björn Brey, a post-doc researcher at the ULB Solvay Business School (ECARES) in Brussels. They discuss Björn’s recent work on “The Long-run Gains from the Early Adoption of Electricity” and they reflect on how...By ECIPE

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Episode 82: Ukrainian Economy During the War with Maria Repko 26:36

2+ y ago26:36

26:36

Fredrik Erixon talks to Maria Repko, a colleague in the world of think tanks and the Deputy Executive Director at the Centre for Economic Strategy, a Kyiv-based research organization. Ms Repko has been working to achieve institutional reforms and improved...By ECIPE

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Episode 81: IP in the EU FTA’s Series: IP to Tackle Counterfeit Goods Trade with Neil Narriman 15:02

2+ y ago15:02

15:02

In this online conversation, Jacki Davis talks to Neil Narriman, the President of FESI, the European Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry, which supported the work on a recent ECIPE study entitled “The Benefits of Intellectual Property Rights in EU...By ECIPE

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Episode 80: IP in the EU FTA’s Series: Intellectual Property in Services Sectors with Pascal Kerneis 16:10

2+ y ago16:10

16:10

In this online conversation, Jacki Davis talks to Pascal Kerneis, a Managing director of the European Services Forum – ESF, who wrote an insert for the recent ECIPE study: “The Benefits of Intellectual Property Rights in EU Free Trade Agreements”....By ECIPE

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Episode 79: IP in the EU FTA’s Series: The Importance of Strong IP Provisions in EU Trade Agreements with Koen Berden 17:26

2+ y ago17:26

17:26

In this online conversation, Jacki Davis talks to Koen Berden, Executive Director for International Affairs at EFPIA – the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations, which supported the work on a recent ECIPE study entitled “The Benefits of Intellectual Property...By ECIPE

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Episode 78: IP in the EU FTA’s Series: Relevance of IP for the Innovative Pharmaceutical Industry with Nathalie Moll 18:14

2+ y ago18:14

18:14

In this online conversation, Jacki Davis talks to Nathalie Moll, Director-General of EFPIA – the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations, which supported the work on a recent ECIPE study entitled “The Benefits of Intellectual Property Rights in EU Free Trade Agreements”....By ECIPE

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Episode 77: IP in the EU FTA’s Series: IP and the Sustainable Agri-food Sector with Olivier de Matos 15:38

2+ y ago15:38

15:38

In this online conversation, Jacki Davis talks to Olivier de Matos, the Director-General of CropLife Europe, which represents providers of innovative farm solutions. One of the sectors examined in the recent ECIPE study: “The Benefits of Intellectual Property Rights in EU Free Trade Agreements”....By ECIPE

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Episode 76: IP in the EU FTA’s Series: How to support IP-intensive sectors via the EU FTAs with Filip Geerts 14:52

2+ y ago14:52

14:52

In this online conversation, Jacki Davis talks to Filip Geerts, the Director-General of CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries and related Manufacturing Technologies. This IP-intensive sector was among those examined in the recent ECIPE study: “The Benefits of...By ECIPE

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Episode 75: Today Hong Kong, Tomorrow the World with Mark Clifford 59:27

2+ y ago59:27

59:27

Fredrik Erixon talks to Mark L. Clifford about his new book: Today Hong Kong, Tomorrow the World: What China’s Crackdown Reveals about its Plans to End Freedom Everywhere. They discuss the development of Hong Kong and a chilling account of...By ECIPE

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Episode 74: IP in the EU FTA’s Series: The Link Between IP and Industrial Policy with Luisa Santos 14:37

2+ y ago14:37

14:37

In this online conversation, Jacki Davis talks to Luisa Santos, Deputy Director General at BusinessEurope, which supported the work on a recent ECIPE study entitled “The Benefits of Intellectual Property Rights in EU Free Trade Agreements”. They discuss why intellectual...By ECIPE

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Episode 73: Impact of Western Sanctions on Russia with Michael Bernstam 34:27

2+ y ago34:27

34:27

Western governments have imposed severe economic and financial sanctions after Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022. In this episode, Fredrik Erixon talks to Michael Bernstam about an economic deterrence measure by Western governments to sanction Russia’s central bank and...By ECIPE

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Episode 72: A Post-Pandemic Greece and Europe with Alex Patelis 34:42

2+ y ago34:42

34:42

Ten years ago, Greece was at the centre of various Eurozone crises and went through a really turbulent time – in its economy, its politics and of course its broader society. What has happened after these tumultuous years and how...By ECIPE

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Episode 71: IP in the EU FTA’s Series: Introduction to the Project with Fredrik Erixon 17:04

3y ago17:04

17:04

In this online conversation, Jacki Davis talks to Fredrik Erixon, the Director of ECIPE and an author of the recent study titled: “The Benefits of Intellectual Property Rights in EU Free Trade Agreements“. They discuss the economic and broader societal...By ECIPE

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Episode 70: China – Is it Still Open for Business? With Frank Lavin 55:54

3y ago55:54

55:54

”China isn’t for wimps”, Frank Lavin used to say when he was the Undersecretary of Commerce in the U.S. administration. Despite fast market growth and a demand for foreign goods, it was never easy doing business in China. Now it...By ECIPE

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Episode 69: Education, Knowledge and Human Capital in the 21st Century: How can we Set them on a Better Path? With Jason Brennan and Meelis Kitsing 1:01:02

3y ago1:01:02

1:01:02

It is often said that we live in the age of human capital. Knowledge and ideas power the economy – and as society gets more dependent on technology, we will need more education and knowledge to raise prosperity and distribute...By ECIPE

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Episode 68: Digital Markets Act with Aurelien Portuese (Part 2) 19:31

3y ago19:31

19:31

A bunch of companies that in the last 10 years or so have been in the spotlight of competition authorities: large digital companies, especially those that were founded and are still headquartered in the United States of America – and...By ECIPE

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Episode 67: Competition Policy & Innovation with Aurelien Portuese (Part 1) 42:33

3y ago42:33

42:33

Competition policy is by many considered an important piece of countries’ economic policy toolkit. Since when do policymakers care about competition and why? What can competition do to push innovation? In this episode, Matthias Bauer and Aurelien Portuese have a...By ECIPE

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Episode 66: Regional Economic Integration in the Asia-Pacific – A Model for Addressing 21st Century Trade Policy Issues? With Vangelis Vitalis 50:06

3y ago50:06

50:06

We live in the Pacific century! The centre of gravity for the world economy is inexorably moving towards the region. While there is strong regional economic dynamism, with many economies in the Pacific being at the frontier of technological change...By ECIPE

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Episode 65: Controlling Tech and Platforms – Can Antitrust and Regulation Generate Better Competition? With Sam Bowman 57:20

3y ago57:20

57:20

Governments are increasingly seeking to control the behaviour of technology and firms that are pushing the innovation frontier. What is this new wave of controlling tech aiming for? Can regulation and antitrust action increase the contestability of markets – and...By ECIPE

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Episode 64: Cybersecurity and Gray-Zone Attacks – How to Protect Societies against New Threats? With Elisabeth Braw 53:11

3y ago53:11

53:11

Cyberattacks are growing – and they come with huge costs to the economy and security. This summer alone, there were cyberattacks in the West bringing down pipelines, healthcare systems, payment processors and others – sometimes leading to a complete standstill...By ECIPE

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Episode 63: International Taxation in Today’s Society with Mathieu Parenti 36:35

3y ago36:35

36:35

Tax havens, transfer pricing, digitalisation, what do these terms all mean and how are they related to one another? With the rise of multinational companies and their activities spreading all across the world, it has become unclear who should tax...By ECIPE

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Episode 62: China’s Economic Policy and its Consequences for Europe with Joerg Wuttke 55:32

3y ago55:32

55:32

While China has managed a fast economic recovery after the pandemic, Beijing has laid out plans for its future economic policies that signal an inward turn. For instance, the Fourteenth Five-year Plan talks about a new model of ‘dual circulation’,...By ECIPE

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Episode 61: After the End of History: What Comes Next? With Mathilde Fasting 59:56

3y ago59:56

59:56

Few books have had such an influence as Francis Fukuyama’s The End of History and the Last Man from 1992: it profoundly shaped the way that many people in the West thought about the period that would follow the collapse...By ECIPE

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Episode 60: The Strange Death of European Union Liberalism? With Hans Kundnani 53:16

3y ago53:16

53:16

What ideas are now powering the European Union? For a long time, Europe and the European project confidently embodied the values of liberal universalism and cultural pluralism. That zeitgeist manifested itself in Europe’s self-image and its broad outlook on the...By ECIPE

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Episode 59: Let’s Talk about Trade and Tech with Lucian Cernat 51:37

3+ y ago51:37

51:37

Trade and Technology are intimately connected. Cloud computing, Internet of Things, blockchain, 3D printing, remote sensors, artificial intelligence, big data, cybersecurity, telematics, robotics, or e-health are an integral part of everyone’s life and a critical issue for policy-makers. As an...By ECIPE

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Episode 58: The Culture of Freedom of Speech Online with Nicklas Berild Lundblad 1:11:23

3+ y ago1:11:23

1:11:23

In this episode, Fredrik Erixon and Nicklas Berild Lundblad discuss the culture of freedom of speech online and how that culture gets strong impulses by governments that are pushing regulations that directly or indirectly forces digital platforms to censor more...By ECIPE

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Episode 57: Digital Trade Policy in the Asia-Pacific Region with Stephanie Honey 57:32

3+ y ago57:32

57:32

With its dynamic Internet economy and its mobile-first consumer culture, the Asia-Pacific region is now the most dynamic digital region in the world. But countries in the Asia-Pacific take different approaches to digital regulation and the region also has a...By ECIPE

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Episode 56: Globalisation isn’t Dying – it’s Changing: How the Digital Economy is Re-shaping Globalisation with Erik van der Marel 52:22

3+ y ago52:22

52:22

Globalisation isn’t dying, said Erik van der Marel in an important paper last year as everyone feared the Covid-19 crisis would throw us all into protectionism. Globalisation is changing – and has been doing so for more than a decade....By ECIPE

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Episode 55: The Impact of Nord Stream 2 on Europe with Anders Åslund 51:24

3+ y ago51:24

51:24

Work to complete the Nord Stream 2 pipeline has now re-started, but there are still fundamental concerns about this energy project and its consequences for Europe. How will it impact gas supply in Europe? What are the consequences for energy...By ECIPE

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Episode 54: Digitalising Europe – Seizing the Opportunities, Knocking Down the Challenges with Henna Virkkunen 47:36

3+ y ago47:36

47:36

Digitalisation and the growth of new technologies give us many new opportunities to improve society – from boosting economic productivity to delivering better care in hospitals and nursing homes. But are we seizing the opportunities that new innovations offer? A...By ECIPE

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Episode 53: Are Online Civil Liberties Threatened? With Jacob Mchangama 47:50

3+ y ago47:50

47:50

Social media and other platforms are under growing pressure to moderate and take down content – and big platforms like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube are increasingly accused of censoring political opinions. Governments are increasing their mandatory rules on how and...By ECIPE

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