Inflation’s winners and losers, with Mark Blyth

Inflation’s winners and losers, with Mark Blyth

Author: The Watson School June 25, 2025 Duration: 26:14

On this episode, Dan Richards talks with Mark Blyth about his new book, co-written with Nicoló Fraccaroli, called “Inflation: A Guide for Users and Losers.” 

Mark and Dan discuss the competing theories for what causes inflation, the merits of each, and how they explain (or fail to explain) the inflation we saw post-pandemic. They also explore why inflation harms some parts of society more than others, and how to make sure that, the next time inflation rears its head, we fight it in a way that’s more effective and more fair.  

Learn more about and purchase “Inflation: A Guide for Users and Losers”


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