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IEA PodcastIndia & US Trade Deals: Do They REALLY Benefit Britain? | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the Institute of Economic Affairs Podcast, host Reem Ibrahim, Communications Manager and Linda Whetstone Scholar, is joined by Tom Clougherty, Executive Director, and Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director, to discuss the recent US & India UK trade deals and Northern Ireland's new approach to the National Health Service.The discussion begins with an analysis of the UK-India trade deal, which eliminates 99% of tariffs for the UK and 90% for India. The panel examines the economic benefits of the agreement while expressing disappointment about how some politicians, particularly on the right, focused heavily on National Insurance exemptions...2025-05-0937 min
Meeting PeopleKristian Niemitz: Free markets, NIMBYs, British stagnation, colonialism and the NHSDr Kristian Niemitz is Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic Affairs. Our conversation covered his many works including "Socialism: the failed idea that never dies", "Imperial Measurement: a cost-benefit analysis of western colonialism" and "Universal Healthcare without the NHS". We discussed his journey from "teenage Commie" to classical liberal, why Britain is stagnating and what to do about it, the battle of ideas more broadly, religious influences on economics, the left's cultural dominance, the failure of politicians to implement good policy, and whether Javier Milei is an exception to this.Like many g...2025-05-092h 00
IEA PodcastWhy Millionaires Are Fleeing the UK & Do Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism? IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, Reem Ibrahim, Communications Manager at the Institute for Economic Affairs, is joined by Matthew Lesh, Public Policy Fellow and Country Manager of Freshwater Strategy, and Dr. Kristian Niemietz, the IEA's Editorial Director. They discuss the IMF's recent economic forecasts showing UK growth downgraded to 1.1%, examining how domestic factors like increased bills and labor market regulations have contributed to this outlook alongside global concerns about Trump's tariffs.The conversation then turns to millionaires leaving the UK, with around 10,000 high-net-worth individuals having departed last year following changes to the non-dom tax regime...2025-04-2541 min
IEA PodcastThe Cost of Economic Nationalism & Political Realignment | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, host Callum Price, Director of Communications, speaks with Stephen Davies, Senior Education Fellow, and returning guest Dr. Kristian Niemietz, the IEA's Editorial Director. The conversation explores Donald Trump's tariff policies, the decline of globalisation, and political realignment theory. Stephen Davies argues that the Prime Minister's claim that "globalisation is dead" may be accurate, especially considering the MAGA movement's push for economic nationalism. The discussion examines how globalisation's benefits have been unevenly distributed, creating economic and cultural disquiet in former industrial regions while metropolitan areas thrived. Davies highlights...2025-04-1826 min
IEA PodcastTrump vs Markets: The Financial Crisis & His Tariff Retreat | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA podcast, host Callum Price, Director of Communications, is joined by Tom Clougherty, Executive Director, and Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director, to discuss recent economic developments. The conversation begins with an analysis of President Trump's tariff policies, including his recent 90-day pause on certain tariff increases beyond the 10% base rate. They then examine Westminster City Council's controversial proposal to seize properties left empty for over six months, and finally discuss the economic implications of the newly approved Universal theme park in Bedford, debating whether it should be required to use exclusively British steel.2025-04-1134 min
IEA PodcastTrump's New Tariff Plan Explained, UK Savings & Wealth Inequality | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA podcast, host Callum Price, Director of Communications, is joined by Tom Clougherty, Executive Director, and Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director, to discuss recent economic developments. The conversation begins with an analysis of former President Trump's newly announced tariff plan, which imposes varying rates from 10% to 46% on different countries, with the UK subject to the minimum 10% rate. The guests examine the formula behind these tariffs and the potential impact on international trade.The podcast then shifts to domestic UK issues, focusing on potential changes to cash ISAs (Individual Savings Accounts) by Chancellor...2025-04-0434 min
IEA PodcastThe Truth About Britain's Welfare State & Peak Woke? | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, Communications Manager Reem Ibrahim is joined by Tom Clougherty, Executive Director, and Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director at the Institute for Economic Affairs. The team discusses whether the left has turned against woke ideology, examining how socialist figures are now distancing themselves from identity politics to refocus on class struggle. The conversation shifts to Kemi Badenoch's recent speech rejecting net zero targets, with Tom arguing that while abandoning the 2050 goal is sensible, the issue isn't that net zero is impossible but rather that it's undesirable at the necessary cost. The...2025-03-2134 min
IEA PodcastNHS England Abolished, DEI Quotas Scrapped & Tobacco Crisis | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Callum Price, Director of Communications, discusses recent policy developments with Reem Ibrahim, Communications Manager, and Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director at the Institute of Economic Affairs. The team analyses the recent abolition of NHS England, exploring whether this represents meaningful change or simply shifts bureaucracy from one department to another. The conversation then turns to financial regulators backing away from diversity and inclusion targets for regulated bodies, with the panel examining whether this represents a broader cultural shift or merely a response to government pressure to focus on growth. 2025-03-1438 min
IEA PodcastThe Uncomfortable Truth About Welfare, Housing & Unions In Britain Today | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, Callum Price (Director of Communications) is joined by Tom Clougherty (Executive Director) and Dr. Kristian Niemietz (Editorial Director) to discuss recent political developments. The team examines Rachel Reeves' proposed welfare cuts, highlighting the dramatic increase in benefits claims since COVID and questioning whether the system's incentives have deteriorated over time. The conversation shifts to planning reform, analysing whether the government's approach will effectively address the UK's housing shortage. They discuss the merits of moving from a discretionary planning system to zoning, while examining the historical context of...2025-03-0744 min
IEA Podcast1934's Lost UK Socialist Blueprint | IEA BriefingIn this episode of the IEA Briefing, Editorial Director Dr. Kristian Niemietz discusses a fascinating 1934 book he discovered in a Wetherspoons pub. Written by G.R. Mitchison, "The First Workers Government" imagines a socialist Britain from the perspective of 1980, looking back at a revolution that began in 1936. Niemietz explores how the book details a gradual nationalisation program that would transform Britain's economy. Unlike modern socialist writers who focus mainly on critiquing capitalism, Mitchison provided an incredibly detailed blueprint for how nationalisation would work, including specific legislation and industry-by-industry plans. The book proposed a "polite British revolution" where...2025-02-2418 min
IEA PodcastGovernment Funded Activism, British DOGE & Manufacturing Nostalgia | IEA PodcastJoin the IEA Podcast as host Callum Price, Director of Communications at the Institute of Economic Affairs, sits down with Dr Christopher Snowdon, Head of Lifestyle Economics, and Dr Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director, to discuss recent revelations about government waste and inefficiency, including the shocking story of Rory Stewart's Turquoise Mountain organisation losing $1 million in US aid money. They explore whether the UK needs its own version of a "DOGE" - someone to tackle bureaucratic bloat and wasteful spending - and debate if such an approach would actually work in practice. The conversation delves into the problem...2025-02-2134 min
IEA PodcastIn Defence of Unfair Competition | IEA BriefingIn this IEA Briefing, Communications Director Callum Price sits down with Editorial Director Kristian Niemietz to discuss his new SubStack piece "In Defence of Unfair Competition: Why it is a fallacy to treat market competition like a sports competition." Niemietz explains that while sports require standardised rules and level playing fields, markets thrive on natural advantages and different approaches to solving problems. Using examples from wine production to international trade, he shows why "unfair" advantages in business - whether from geography, climate, or even government policies - shouldn't necessarily be "corrected." The discussion is particularly timely given...2025-02-1920 min
IEA PodcastReform UK's Energy Policy & New Towns | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Reem Ibrahim sits down with Tom Clougherty and Kristian Niemietz to dive into the latest policy developments across the UK. The discussion kicks off with an analysis of the government's ambitious new towns initiative, examining whether central planning is the right approach to solving Britain's housing crisis. The conversation then shifts to Reform UK's recently announced energy policies, including their controversial windfall tax on renewable power and ban on battery storage systems. The guests critique these measures from a free market perspective, arguing that they represent an "authoritarian approach"...2025-02-1648 min
IEA PodcastTrade Wars Return: What Trump's Tariffs Mean for the WorldDonald Trump is threatening 25% tariffs on allies - from Canada to Europe. The Bank of England has halved its growth forecasts. And the government is pushing nuclear power forward. We break down what this all means and why it matters. In this episode of the IEA podcast, Director of Communications Callum Price is joined by Editorial Director Kristian Niemietz and Executive Director Tom Clougherty. Kristian Niemietz explains why Trump's protectionist instincts could damage global trade and make everyone poorer. Then we dive into the UK's productivity crisis with Executive Director Tom Clougherty, exploring why output...2025-02-0744 min
IEA PodcastAnalysing Reeves' Growth Strategy and Brexit's Legacy | IEA PodcastIn this episode, Reem Ibrahim is joined by Tom Clougherty and Dr Kristian Niemietz to analyse Rachel Reeves' recent growth-focused speech and Keir Starmer's commitment to deregulation. The team examines the apparent contradiction between Labour's pro-growth rhetoric and their policies on employment law, environmental regulations, and taxation - drawing interesting parallels with the French economic model. The conversation shifts to reflect on the five-year anniversary of Brexit, evaluating its outcomes against the original promises and aspirations. While Britain has technically "taken back control," the panel discusses how regulatory power has often simply shifted from Brussels bureaucrats to...2025-01-3130 min
The ChatterboxDownstream: Who’s Behind the Institute of Economic Affairs? w/ Kristian Niemietz Podcast: Novara Media (LS 58 · TOP 0.5% what is this?)Episode: Downstream: Who’s Behind the Institute of Economic Affairs? w/ Kristian NiemietzPub date: 2025-01-21Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationThe Institute of Economic Affairs is one of the most powerful and secretive think tanks in the UK, known for promoting free-market Thatcherism as a solution to all of our economic woes. Who’s behind it? This week, Kristian Niemietz, a director at the IEA and a long-time Novara Media hater, sits down with Aaron for […...2025-01-291h 23
IEA PodcastStarmer's Dilemma: Can Labour Save the Economy Without Killing Net Zero? | IEA PodcastIn this IEA podcast, host Callum Price, Director of Communications, joins Executive Director Tom Clougherty and Editorial Director Kristian Niemietz to analyse Labour's potential economic strategy. They examine Rachel Reeves and Keir Starmer's rhetoric around supply-side reforms, critically assessing whether the party's current approach can genuinely drive economic growth. The discussion explores the UK's net zero commitments against the backdrop of changing global environmental policies. With the US potentially shifting away from aggressive green initiatives, the podcast evaluates the economic implications of the UK's current decarbonisation strategy and its potential impact on national competitiveness. The...2025-01-2447 min
Novara MediaDownstream: Who’s Behind the Institute of Economic Affairs? w/ Kristian NiemietzThe Institute of Economic Affairs is one of the most powerful and secretive think tanks in the UK, known for promoting free-market Thatcherism as a solution to all of our economic woes. Who’s behind it? This week, Kristian Niemietz, a director at the IEA and a long-time Novara Media hater, sits down with Aaron for […]2025-01-211h 23Downstream – Novara Media PodcastsDownstream: Who’s Behind the Institute of Economic Affairs? w/ Kristian NiemietzThe Institute of Economic Affairs is one of the most powerful and secretive think tanks in the UK, known for promoting free-market Thatcherism as a solution to all of our economic woes. Who’s behind it? This week, Kristian Niemietz, a director at the IEA and a long-time Novara Media hater, sits down with Aaron for […]2025-01-211h 23Novara Media PodcastsDownstream: Who’s Behind the Institute of Economic Affairs? w/ Kristian NiemietzThe Institute of Economic Affairs is one of the most powerful and secretive think tanks in the UK, known for promoting free-market Thatcherism as a solution to all of our economic woes. Who’s behind it?
This week, Kristian Niemietz, a director at the IEA and a long-time Novara Media hater, sits down with Aaron for a debate about trickle-down economics, why he’s a neoliberal, and who really funds his employer.
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Novara MediaDownstream: Who's Behind the Institute of Economic Affairs? w/ Kristian NiemietzThe Institute of Economic Affairs is one of the most powerful and secretive think tanks in the UK, known for promoting free-market Thatcherism as a solution to all of our economic woes. Who's behind it?
This week, Kristian Niemietz, a director at the IEA and a long-time Novara Media hater, sits down with Aaron for a debate about trickle-down economics, why he's a neoliberal, and who really funds his employer.
And who funds Novara Media? That's easier to answer: you. Help us build people-powered media: https://novara.media/support2025-01-211h 23
IEA PodcastHow Britain Learned to Stop Growing | IEA PodcastIn this episode, we explore Ed Davey's proposal for the UK to rejoin the EU customs union. Reem Ibrahim, Tom Clougherty, and Kristian Niemietz demonstrate why this approach would be a backward step even from a Remainer perspective, highlighting how it would give Britain "the worst of all worlds" while restricting its ability to pursue independent trade deals. Their analysis reveals why the customs union was consistently the least beneficial aspect of EU membership for the UK, contrasting with the experience of smaller European nations. Moving to Britain's growth crisis, inspired by Janan Ganesh's thought-provoking FT article "...2025-01-1843 min
IEA PodcastHow a 1988 Paper Predicted Today's Housing NightmareIn this episode of IEA Briefing, we explore why a 37-year-old paper on UK housing remains shockingly relevant today. Dr. Kristian Niemietz joins us to discuss the republishing of "No Room! No Room!" - Professor Alan Evans' 1988 analysis of Britain's housing crisis. Despite being written when multiplex cinemas were new and the Berlin Wall still stood, the paper's diagnosis of the UK's housing problems feels like it could have been written last week. The discussion dives into Evans' key insights about land prices, planning permission, and local authority incentives - issues that have only gotten worse since...2025-01-1416 min
IEA PodcastGovernment Spending Out of Control? And the NHS & Schools Crisis Explained | IEA PodcastIn this episode, we dive into the UK's current borrowing challenges and the government's fiscal rules. Tom Clougherty, Executive Director, explains why the situation presents a significant problem for the government as borrowing costs rise and economic growth remains sluggish. The discussion explores how this could force difficult choices between spending cuts and tax increases, with potential implications for the UK's economic future. The conversation then turns to NHS reforms, where Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director, analyses the government's recent announcements, including plans for new diagnostic centres and upgrades to the NHS app. He traces the evolution of...2025-01-1043 min
IEA PodcastThe Real Reason UK Growth Collapsed After 2008 with Tyler Goodspeed | IEA LiveJoin us for the IEA Ralph Harris Centenary Lecture featuring Tyler Goodspeed, former Acting Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, who delivers his analysis of the UK's economic challenges. Goodspeed reveals that the UK is approximately 40% poorer per person than the US, with British workers producing less in a full year than American workers do by August. He explains how the 2008 financial crisis triggered not just a temporary downturn, but a fundamental change in the UK's growth trajectory, largely due to the different regulatory responses in the UK versus the US. The lecture goes on to...2025-01-091h 12
IEA PodcastJeremy Corbyn is Wrong About the British Empire's Wealth | IEA BriefingIn this episode of the IEA Briefing, Editorial Director Dr. Kristian Niemietz discusses Jeremy Corbyn's recent speech in Jamaica about reparations and colonialism. Despite losing the general election five years ago, Corbyn remains influential with 2.6 million Twitter followers - more than the Prime Minister, Opposition Leader, and Chancellor combined. Niemietz explains why Corbyn's social media presence continues to shape public debate. The conversation examines Corbyn's claim that Britain's wealth was built on slavery and colonial exploitation. Niemietz challenges this view, arguing that while some families got rich from the slave trade, the economic gains from colonialism were...2024-12-1614 min
IEA PodcastLabour's New Housing Plan, Government Efficiency & Why Growth Stopped in 2008 | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, we analyse Angela Rayner's new housing proposals, which include redefining "grey belt" land and changing how housing targets are calculated. Director of Communications Callum Price, Editorial Director Kristian Niemietz, and Managing Editor Daniel Freeman discussed why these market-friendly reforms are coming from an unexpected source and whether they'll be enough to tackle Britain's housing crisis.We then dive into economist Tyler Goodspeed's fascinating analysis of what's really holding back UK growth. While planning restrictions and energy costs play a role, Goodspeed highlights how post-2008 banking regulations have created...2024-12-1345 min
IEA PodcastStarmer's Vision, Police Crisis & Immigration Chaos | IEA PodcastIn this week’s episode of the IEA Podcast, Callum Price (Director of Communications), Tom Clougherty (Executive Director) and Kristian Niemietz (Editorial Director) analyse Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's recent "Plan for Change" speech. The speech set out Labour's vision for growth and public services. Whilst the speech contained some positive ambitions, such as building 1.5 million homes, it lacked a clear theory of change for how these goals can actually be achieved in practice. We explore how the planning system remains a fundamental barrier to progress across multiple policy areas. The conversation then turns to La...2024-12-0646 min
IEA PodcastThe Realignment of British Politics & Net-Zero | IEA PodcastThe latest IEA Podcast tackles some of the most pressing issues in British politics today. Hosted by Executive Director Tom Clougherty, this episode dives into the zero-emission vehicle mandate and the broader push towards net zero, questioning the feasibility and costs of these ambitious goals. Joining Tom are Dr. Kristian Niemietz and Dr. Stephen Davies, who provide their insights into the policies shaping Britain's environmental future. The discussion then shifts to the ongoing realignment in British politics and what it means for the right and classical liberalism. With a Labour landslide that failed to ignite enthusiasm and...2024-11-2956 min
IEA PodcastWhat Would Mises Think of Elon Musk's DOGE Initiative? | IEA PodcastIn this quick-hit episode, IEA's Editorial Director Kristian Niemietz discusses Ludwig von Mises' 1944 book "Bureaucracy" and its relevance to modern government reform efforts. The conversation explores why simply bringing private sector managers into government - like the recent initiative involving Elon Musk - might not be the solution Mises would have recommended. Niemietz explains how Mises saw bureaucracy not as inherently good or bad, but as an inevitable way of organising activity when economic calculation isn't possible. Unlike private companies that can measure success through profit and loss, public sector organisations lack clear metrics, leading them to...2024-11-2611 min
IEA PodcastWill Inheritance Tax Kill Family Farming? Free Speech & X vs Blue Sky | IEA PodcastJoin host Callum Price, IEA's Director of Communications, along with Christopher Snowdon, Head of Lifestyle Economics, and Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director, as they explore the recent farmers' protests in Westminster over inheritance tax changes. Our panel dives into the complex debate around taxing agricultural assets, food security, and the broader implications for Britain's countryside. The discussion weighs the principles of fair taxation against the practical challenges faced by family farms and agricultural businesses. The conversation then shifts to the latest free speech controversy involving police action against a journalist over a tweet. Our guests examine how the...2024-11-2237 min
IEA PodcastNHS & Can Elon Musk Fix Government Spending? | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA podcast, we dive into Wes Streeting's proposed NHS reforms, exploring whether league tables and performance metrics can truly improve healthcare efficiency. Our guests Tom Clougherty and Kristian Niemietz discuss alternative healthcare systems from around the world, from the Netherlands' market-driven approach to Singapore's health savings accounts, examining how these models might inform NHS reform. We then turn to Elon Musk's appointment to head the new Department of Government Efficiency alongside Vivek Ramaswamy. Our panel debates whether private sector efficiency methods can work in government, drawing parallels with Musk's Twitter reforms and...2024-11-1540 min
IEA Podcast"This Isn't Going to Lead to Growth" | IEA PodcastIn this wall-to-wall budget special, Tom Clougherty, Daniel Freeman, and Dr. Kristian Niemietz break down Chancellor Rachel Reeves' first budget. They examine the major tax increases, including the significant rise in employer National Insurance contributions, changes to capital gains tax, and new measures affecting private schools. The team analyses how these changes impact Britain's economic competitiveness and discusses whether the budget's pro-growth rhetoric matches its actual contents. The discussion delves into the concerning trajectory of Britain's public finances, with both tax and spending set to be five percentage points of GDP higher than pre-pandemic levels by the...2024-11-0142 min
IEA PodcastIncoming Tax Hikes, Thought Crime in Britain & the Next Generation of Liberals | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, Tom Clougherty, Harrison Griffiths, and Dr. Kristian Niemietz dive into the upcoming Autumn budget and the potential £40 billion tax increases. They discuss the implications of employer National Insurance contributions and the broader impact on workers, while also touching on capital gains tax and the challenges of taxing different forms of income. The conversation then shifts to a concerning case in Bournemouth, where a man was convicted for silently praying near an abortion clinic, sparking a debate about freedom of thought and expression in the UK. The panel examines the implications o...2024-10-1844 min
IEA PodcastWhy Britain is Losing its Best and Brightest, Employment Rights & Hayek's Nobel Prize | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, we dive into the Adam Smith Institute's new "millionaire tracker" report, which suggests Britain is losing millionaires at an alarming rate. Maxwell Marlow, director of Research and Education at ASI, discusses the potential economic impact and reasons behind this trend, including productivity stagnation, high tax burdens, and an anti-prosperity culture. The conversation explores the broader implications for job creation, investment, and tax revenue. The podcast then turns to the government's newly announced Employment Rights legislation. The panel, including Dr. Kristian Niemietz and host Tom Clougherty, examines the potential consequences of...2024-10-1141 min
IEA PodcastConservative Optimism, UK's Energy Emergency & Shadowy Conferences | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Tom Clougherty and guests Daniel Freeman and Dr. Kristian Niemietz cover a range of topics: the closure of Britain's last coal-fired power station, the recent Conservative Party Conference, and the Mont Pelerin Society meeting in New Delhi. These discussions offer insights into energy policy, political strategy, and the future of classical liberal thought. The conversation begins with an analysis of the UK's energy landscape following the shutdown of its final coal power plant. The team explores the implications for Britain's economic competitiveness, the challenges of transitioning to renewable energy...2024-10-0448 min
IEA Podcast"Scrapping" the NHS & the Gender Pay Gap Myth | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, we delve into three critical topics shaping the UK's economic and social landscape this week. First, we explore the IEA's new publication "Denationalisation of Healthcare" with author Dr. Kristian Niemietz. The discussion examines the potential benefits of transitioning from the NHS to a social health insurance system, addressing concerns about disruption and emphasising the importance of patient choice and competition among providers. Next, we turn our attention to the Bank of England's recent monetary policy decisions. Our panel, featuring Tom Clougherty and Kristian Niemietz, analyses the implications of keeping interest...2024-09-2152 min
IEA PodcastNHS Crisis: Is Labour's Plan a Band-Aid on a Bullet Wound? | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Reem Ibrahim is joined by Tom Clougherty, Executive Director, and Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director, to discuss pressing issues in UK policy. The conversation kicks off with an analysis of the Darzi report, which exposes deep-rooted problems within the NHS and the government's response to these challenges. The guests explore the limitations of the report and the need for more radical reforms to truly address the health service's issues. The discussion then shifts to the Labour government's controversial proposal to ban junk food advertising before 9:00 PM. Our experts examine the...2024-09-1344 min
IEA PodcastThe Oasis & Kamala Harris 'Vibes-Based' Politics, Trade Unions & the Housing Crisis | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, join host Reem Ibrahim as she engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Kristian Niemietz and Tom Clougherty on pressing issues shaping contemporary political discourse. The trio delves into the concept of 'vibes-based' politics, exploring how superficial appeal often overshadows substantive policy discussions, particularly in areas like price controls and ticketing regulations. The conversation then shifts to the complex world of trade unions, examining their historical role, current challenges, and potential future directions. Drawing from a newly published book by Len Shackleton, the panel offers fresh perspectives on union dynamics in...2024-09-0652 min
IEA PodcastSmoking Ban in Beer Gardens: The Death of Personal Freedom? | IEA PodcastIn this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Reem Ibrahim is joined by Kristian Niemietz and Tom Clougherty to dissect recent political developments through a classical liberal lens. The panel critically examines Labour's controversial plan to ban smoking in outdoor areas, including pub beer gardens, questioning the justification and potential consequences of such nanny state interventions. They also delve into the implications of the Next equal pay dispute, highlighting the disconnect between economic reasoning and legal judgments in employment tribunals. The conversation takes a broader turn as the guests explore the shifting landscape of political ideologies. They...2024-08-3037 min
IEA PodcastThe Battle for Truth: Social Media, Riots, and Freedom of ExpressionIn this thought-provoking episode of the IEA Podcast, host Matthew Lesh and editorial director Kristian Niemietz are joined by Claire Fox, director of the Academy of Ideas, to discuss the complex interplay between free speech, misinformation, and recent UK riots. The conversation delves into the challenges of defining and addressing disinformation in the digital age, exploring how attempts to suppress speech can inadvertently fuel conspiracy theories and erode trust in institutions.The panel examines recent cases where individuals have faced legal consequences for offensive social media posts, questioning the balance between protecting free expression and maintaining public...2024-08-1641 min
IEA PublicationsImperial Measurement: A Cost–Benefit Analysis of Western Colonialism"Imperial Measurement: A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Western Colonialism" by Kristian Niemietz offers a fresh perspective on the economic impact of Britain's colonial past. This publication challenges the prevailing narrative that Western wealth, particularly Britain's, was built primarily on slavery and colonial exploitation. Niemietz, the IEA Editorial Director, presents a nuanced economic analysis that suggests the financial benefits of imperialism to Britain as a whole were likely modest at best, and possibly even resulted in a net loss.
Delving into historical trade patterns, military expenditures, and comparative economic development, Niemietz builds a compelling case that colonialism's role in...2024-06-281h 37
IEA PodcastElection 2024: Unpacking Party Manifestos | IEA PodcastIn this new and improved episode of the IEA Podcast, hosts Tom Clougherty and Matthew Lesh as host and co-host, they are joined by Kristian Niemietz, IEA Editorial Director, to dissect the recently released party manifestos for the upcoming general election.
The team delves into the parties' approaches to tax and spend, planning systems, the National Health Service, and regulation in general. They critically examine the similarities and differences between the major parties' proposals, highlighting the lack of substantial new ideas and the risk-averse nature of most manifestos.
The discussion reveals the challenges in implementing...2024-06-2141 min
British Thought LeadersBritain Was Not Built on Slavery, Colonialism Just Benefitted a Handful of Elites: Kristian NiemietzNTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director at the Institute of Economic Affairs. Kristian's new book presents empirical evidence that the British Empire was not very profitable. He says the idea that Britain’s success was built on colonialism and the slave trade does not stand up to scrutiny.
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New Culture ForumBritain's Wealth was NOT Built on Slavery & Colonialism | Dr. Kristian NiemietzOn today's #NCFWhittle we speak with Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy and author of several books at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA). He joins us to discuss his latest book "Imperial Measurement: A Cost–Benefit Analysis of Western Colonialism"
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IEA PodcastBritish Empire, Colonialism & Slavery: Did Empire Enrich Britain? | IEA PodcastJoin Matthew Lesh, Public Policy & Communications Director at the IEA, and Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director at IEA, in a compelling dialogue as they tackle the contentious query: Did empire make Britain rich?In this week's episode of the IEA Podcast, Dr. Niemietz draws from his latest book, "Imperial Measurement: A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Western Colonialism," to offer a critical examination of colonialism and slavery's economic impact on Britain's prosperity. From Adam Smith's historical critiques to contemporary discussions fueled by movements like Black Lives Matter, the conversation navigates the economic arguments surrounding colonialism. Dr. Niemietz dissects...2024-04-2625 min
IEA PodcastHow the free-market can increase social mobility in the UKJoin Dr. Kristian Niemietz and guest Vincent Geloso, Assistant Professor of Economics at George Mason University, for a deep dive into the relationship between economic freedom, social mobility, and the UK welfare state. Gain insights into absolute and relative mobility, economic growth's impact, and the role of cultural attitudes and policies. Discover why economic freedom is vital for societal progress and how the UK welfare state has influenced social mobility over time. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion challenging conventional wisdom and offering fresh perspectives. Subscribe now for more! This is a public episode. If you'd like...2024-03-1851 min
IEA PodcastHousing Crisis Unpacked: Will Gove's Housing Reforms make a Difference? | IEA PodcastWill Gove's housing reforms make a difference?Join host Matthew Lesh and the IEA's Dr. Kristian Niemietz as they delve into a captivating discussion surrounding the efficacy of Gove's proposed reforms, his stark warnings of antidemocratic trends emerging in society, and the intricate challenges and opportunities presented by the ongoing housing crisis. With a keen focus on housing supply dynamics and policy implications, Dr. Niemietz offers invaluable insights into the roots of the crisis and potential solutions. From brownfield redevelopment to stamp duty cuts, each proposal is scrutinised for its efficacy and impact on renters and...2024-02-2337 min
New Culture ForumSocialism: Philosophy of Failure + Housing, YIMBYISM & Cultural v Logistical Immigration IssuesOn this week's Depgrogrammed, hosts Harrison Pitt & Evan Riggs are joined by Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic Affairs and author of Socialism: The Failed Idea that Never Dies:
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IEA PodcastThe Capitalist Manifesto with Johan NorbergWill free markets save the world?In this video, IEA Head of Political Economy Kristian Niemietz sits down with Swedish author and historian of ideas Johan Norberg.In his latest book, Norberg argues that large sections of the political and economic establishment talk about the global economy as a geopolitical zero-sum game, where we have to fight to control new innovations, and introduce trade barriers. He states the case for capitalism and the vital role played by the free market in today's uncertain world.To learn more, check out the...2023-11-1842 min
British Thought LeadersKristian Niemietz: ’Supporting the NHS is the Only Accepted Form of Patriotism in Britain’NTD's Lee Hall sits down with Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic Affairs think tank.
Kristian is an expert on reformation of Britain's National Health Service (NHS), a topic that has seen him subject to backlash and attack.
He talks about the special status the NHS has in the hearts and minds of the British public, and why this makes debate and progress very challenging.
2023-11-1431 min
IEA PodcastAre We Finally Going to Solve the Housing Crisis? | IEA PodcastAre we finally going to solve the housing crisis?Earlier this week, the Leader of the Opposition Sir Keir Starmer came out in favour of building 1.5 million new homes if elected. Sir Keir also described himself as a YIMBY or ‘Yes in my back yard’ because he opposes new homes getting blocked by local objections.In this week's podcast, IEA Communications Officer Harrison Griffiths sits down with IEA Head of Political Economy Kristian Niemietz to discuss the housing crisis. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with...2023-10-1325 min
SDPtalkUK Housing Crisis - Causes and SolutionsWilliam Clouston, Liam Halligan, Kristian Niemietz and Charlotte Gill discuss "The UK housing crisis - causes and solutions" in a debate organised by the SDP and held in London on 19th September.
Learn more about the SDP at: https://sdp.org.uk/
The opening and closing music for SDP Talks is "Prelude in C (BWV 846)" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/2023-10-081h 47
IEA PodcastSweden: Road to Socialism... and back?Sweden's large welfare state leads some to argue that the country is a case study of successful socialism...but that's not quite the full story.Communications Officer Harrison Griffiths and Head of Political Economy Kristian Niemietz discuss 'The Mirage of Swedish Socialism', new research by Johan Norberg which charts Sweden's surprisingly complex economic history. 'The Mirage of Swedish Socialism' was published as part of the Fraser Institute's 'Realities of Socialism' project. Find out more here: https://www.fraserinstitute.org/studies/realities-of-socialism This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with...2023-09-1534 min
The ConsEUmer PodcastEP120: Eco-terrorists banned, Plastic taxes, and Do you want an empathise? (w/ Kristian Niemietz)In this week's episode of ConsEUmer: 🇫🇷 France bans "eco-terrorist" group ♸ New plastic taxes are paid by consumers 🏥 Instead of a doctor, will the NHS make you see an "empathist"? (w/ Kristin Niemietz) You can follow Kristian Niemietz on Twitter @K_Niemietz. Follow the IEA @iealondon Find Kristian's book: https://iea.org.uk/publications/universal-healthcare-without-the-nhs/ June 22, 2023 Follow ConsEUmer wherever you get your podcasts: Apple: https://apple.co/2HR4TLTSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3l3GZdxGoogle podcasts: https://bit.ly/3fyyztoDonate: h...2023-06-2232 min
IEA PodcastWas Hayek Right? | IEA DiscussionFriedrich Hayek is rightly considered to be one of the intellectual forefathers of classical liberalism and his famed work, 'The Road to Serfdom', is thought of by many to be the ideology's clearest codification.However, with the book's 80th anniversary looming, we thought it would be a good idea to revisit this seminal work and ask the question, was Hayek right?On the panel was:Dr James Forder (Chair) - IEA Academic and Research DirectorDr Kristian Niemietz - IEA Head of Political Economy...2023-06-0756 min
Bag Om NyhederneGenhør: Kristian Niemietz om hvorfor idéen om socialisme aldrig dørI de seneste uger er der blevet proklameret ”marxismens genfødsel”, bevirket af Søren Maus seneste bog ”Stum tvang”, samt en forside i Berlingske med rubrikken ”Marx er tilbage” grundet en nymarxistisk bølge på de danske universiteter. Pelle Dragsted skriver sig ligeledes ind i denne fortælling med sin nylige bog ”Nordisk socialisme”. Men hvorfor dør idéen om socialisme aldrig på trods af de mange forfejlede eksperimenter - med ofte grufulde implikationer? Dét forsøger Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy på Institute of Economic Affairs, at forklare med afsæt i sin bog ”Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies”. ...2023-05-301h 40
IEA PodcastShould Liberals Engage In The Culture War? | IEA DebateLiberals are split on the culture war. On the one hand, many regard increasing censorship in universities and public institutions as a threat to liberal values and as such a legitimate intellectual battle ground. Others, however, are more wary, and argue that liberals should be hesitant in potentially allying themselves with elements of the conservative right. In this debate, chaired by IEA Head of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh, this question is put to the test. Arguing for the motion:IEA Head of Po...2023-04-251h 00
Ideas Having Sex7. Kristian Niemietz - Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never DiesKristian Niemietz explains how the allure of socialism never seems to die, despite its many failures.Today’s book: Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never DiesFollow @IdeasHavingSexx on TwitterFollow Kristian Niemietz on TwitterInstitute of Economic AffairsPolitical Pilgrims by Paul Hollander2022-06-061h 02
The Human Progress PodcastDr Kristian Niemietz: Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies | The Human Progress Podcast Ep. 26Dr. Kristian Niemietz and Marian Tupy discuss socialism, its history of failure, and its recent resurgence in popularity.
Transcript: https://www.humanprogress.org/dr-kristian-niemietz-the-human-progress-podcast-ep-26-transcript/
Socialism is strangely impervious to refutation by real-world experience. Over the past hundred years, there have been more than two dozen attempts to build a socialist society, from the Soviet Union to Maoist China to Venezuela. All of them have ended in varying degrees of failure. But, according to socialism’s adherents, that is only because none of these experiments were “real socialism”.
This book documents the history of this...2022-05-201h 15
Morning Glory with Mike GrahamRod AlmightyAssociate Editor of The Spectator Rod Liddle kicks off today's show to discuss the top contenders for Keir Starmer's replacement, and Emmanuel Macron's latest invitation for Britain to join an alternative' European Political Community, and we delve into the SDPs recent success in the local elections to many peoples surprise. Head of Political Economy Dr Kristian Niemietz joins shortly after to discuss why NHS workers are being told Microaggressions are as bad as overt hatred. Laura Dodsworth returns to The Independent Republic to discuss the latest headlines from Clown World and Travel Editor for The Independent Simon Calder closes th...2022-05-101h 08
The CapitalistThe cost-of-government crisisIt's been a bumper few weeks for political news. We've had endless 'Beergate' stories rattling the Labour leadership, soaring prices in the shops, dreadful economic forecasts from the Bank of England, Elon Musk's mooted takeover of Twitter and thehugely controversial leaked Supreme Court ruling on Roe vs Wade.To discuss those pressing issues, our editors John Ashmore and Alys Denby welcomed two of the stars of the Westminster wonk-world: Kristian Niemietz of the Institute of Economic Affairs, and the Adam Smith Institute's Morgan Schondelmeier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-0637 min
FarageEpisode 113 of Farage: How can the NHS be saved?In this episode Nigel Farage looks at the pressures facing the National Health Service following the Covid-19 pandemic, speaking to a wide variety of guests to discuss what can be done to solve the problems.Nigel speaks to Dr Parth Patel, a research fellow at the IPPR, Kristian Niemietz from the IEA, Ruthe Isden from Age UK and Talking Pints is with Dr Renee Hoenderkamp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-2445 min
Bearfaced Podcast#31 - Reading and the Art of WritingHenk is back!Let's talk with Henk about the process of writing a book. We also share some book recommendations which you can find in the notes below.5:00 - Reframers: How to Bounce Back from Adversity Stronger Than Ever by Henk van der Klokhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Reframers-Bounce-Back-Adversity-Stronger/dp/1699005222/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2KIPLLLPY07V&keywords=reframers&qid=1644002308&sprefix=reframers%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-57:00 - How I Walked 6,000 Kilometers - Without Money | Henk van der klok | TEDxLeidenUniversityhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYRUcA7REAw25:00 - Roger Bannister...2022-02-0659 min
The Brian Dainsberg Podcast5 Reasons to be Wary of SocialismInterest in socialism waxes and wanes like a teenage infatuation. "He loves me. He loves me not." This episode will extract five reasons we all should be wary of this idea that never seems to go away.Resources:Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies - Kristian Niemietz2022-01-1525 min
The Great Unravelling Film PodcastThe Great NHS Privatisation Myth with Kristian NiemietzIs our NHS being privatised (again)? No, argues our guest Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic Affairs. As the Health and Care Bill passes the House of Commons, Kristian argues that this is all scaremongering and that the impending privatisation of the NHS is a great myth that has existed since its foundation. We also discuss beer and sausages… Because, you know, he’s German.Kristian on Twitter: https://twitter.com/K_NiemietzThe Great Unravelling on Twitter: https://twitter.com/UnravelPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. T...2021-11-241h 07
The Mahyar Tousi ShowEp 97: It’s Time To Stop Worshiping The NHS ReligionWe are joined by Kristian Niemietz to discuss why the NHS model is broken and why we should explore alternative options.2021-11-1922 min
Bag Om NyhederneKristian Niemietz om hvorfor idéen om socialisme aldrig dørI de seneste uger er der blevet proklameret ”marxismens genfødsel”, bevirket af Søren Maus seneste bog ”Stum tvang”, samt en forside i Berlingske med rubrikken ”Marx er tilbage” grundet en nymarxistisk bølge på de danske universiteter. Pelle Dragsted skriver sig ligeledes ind i denne fortælling med sin nylige bog ”Nordisk socialisme”. Men hvorfor dør idéen om socialisme aldrig på trods af de mange forfejlede eksperimenter - med ofte grufulde implikationer? Dét forsøger Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy på Institute of Economic Affairs, at forklare med afsæt i sin bog ”Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies”. ...2021-10-201h 40
The Pin FactoryCuba, Australian Healthcare, and Young SocialistsIn this episode of The Pin Factory, the ASI's Matthew Lesh and John Macdonald are joined by Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic Affairs.
They discuss Cuba, what can be learned from the Australian healthcare system, and whether young people really are socialist.
Guests:
Kristian Niemietz (Head of Political Economy, Institute of Economic Affairs)
Matthew Lesh (Head of Research, Adam Smith Institute)
John Macdonald (Head of Government Affairs, Adam Smith Institute)
2021-08-1351 min
Morning Glory with Mike GrahamFreedom Day, Socialist Economic System, Trainee Doctors and TravelTo kick off the show Conservative MP Pauline Latham talks to Mike about the lifting of covid restrictions on July 19th. Dr Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic affairs talks to Mike about the rise in young brits wanting a socialist economic system. Further on in the show, Mike is joined by Dr Irfan Malik to discuss the NHS staffing crisis. Finally, Cathy Adams from the Independent and Mike speak about the do's and don'ts of travel as Sajid Javid announces what is to come for the industry.
See acast...2021-07-0649 min
Can I Make A Point?Kristian Niemietz Makes His PointOn the podcast this week is the author, of Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies and Universal Healthcare Without The NHS, Kristian Niemietz. Kristian, who works for the Institute for Economic Affairs, explains the problems with socialism, makes the case for free markets and tells us of his dislike for tribal politics.2021-07-041h 01
The Great Unravelling Film PodcastYes In My Backyard with Anya MartinBen and Mat discuss the UK housing crisis with PricedOut Director and YIMBY campaigner, Anya Martin. What makes the UK's housing market so incredibly dysfunctional compared to other countries and what can be done about it? Also featuring a guest monologue kindly contributed by Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic Affairs, Kristian Niemietz.Anya on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnyaMartin8Kristian on Twitter: https://twitter.com/K_NiemietzThe Great Unravelling on Twitter: https://twitter.com/UnravelPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2021-06-0347 min
Mission MoneyKristian Niemietz: Darum ist der Sozialismus so gefährlichWas macht einen Sozialisten eigentlich konkret aus? Und wie gefährlich ist die Ideologie? Wir sprechen mit dem Autor Kristian Niemietz darüber, warum der Sozialismus wieder in Mode gekommen ist und warum die gefährliche Idee niemals stirbt ...Diese Podcast-Folge wurde euch präsentiert von BAYER. Interesse an der Zukunft von Gesundheit und Ernährung? Mehr erfahren auf bayer.de/biorevolution.Das Buch von Kristian Niemietz: https://amzn.to/3varMxn👉🏽JETZT ANMELDEN FÜR DEN KOSTENLOSEN, WÖCHENTLICHEN MISSION MONEY NEWSLETTER. JEDE WOCHE EINE NEUE AKT...2021-05-2543 min
The Old GoatSOCIALISM: IT’S NO JOKE Part 2In this series of Episodes on Socialism, we will take a look at its path to fascist totalitarian social dictatorships.In this, our second episode on socialism, I will review the 3 stages of socialism as outlined in Kristian Niemietz Book‘Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies’WE will look at the time line of Venezuela’s dissent to a failed social experiment which led to its present demise.And the continuing aims of the Democrats to take America into a Democratic Dictatorship using a Dystopian Social Order to accomplish their goals...2021-05-0145 min
The Green Market PodcastEnvironmentalism and Command EconomiesThe Green Market's Host, Luke Warren, talks with Dr Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic Affairs, and Mark Pennington, Professor of Political Economy and Public Policy at Kings College London, on the modern-day and historical impacts of centrally planned regimes and command economies on the environment.
Hosted by Luke Warren
Produced by Henry Lloyd
Created by the British Conservation Alliance, in association with the Austrian Economics Center and Cedargold2021-04-031h 01
The Green Market PodcastEnvironmentalism and Command EconomiesThe Green Market's Host, Luke Warren, talks with Dr Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic Affairs, and Mark Pennington, Professor of Political Economy and Public Policy at Kings College London, on the modern-day and historical impacts of centrally planned regimes and command economies on the environment.Hosted by Luke WarrenProduced by Henry LloydCreated by the British Conservation Alliance, in association with the Austrian Economics Center and Cedargold Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-0356 min
Pod’s Own Country: The Yorkshire Post’s Political Podcast49: A Budget for the North and Covid entrechmentThe Yorkshire Post's Westminster Correspondent, Geri Scott, and Political Editor, Rob Parsons, dissect the 2021 Budget while Geri chats with the IEA's Head of Political Economy, Dr Kristian Niemietz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-03-0547 min
TPA Talks - The TaxPayers' Alliance PodcastA Check-up for the NHS - TPA Talks Special EpisodeIn this special episode of TPA Talks, we host a roundtable of experts to discuss the TPA’s latest research paper evaluating the UK health system (pre-coronavirus) in comparison to that of other developed nations. This bold and important conversation will be of great interest to those looking for a balanced and pragmatic evaluation of the NHS, particularly at a time when public health is at the forefront of the nation's psyche.
👤 Matthew Lesh, Head of Research, Adam Smith Institute
👤 Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy, Institute of Economic Affairs
👤 Darwin Friend...2020-10-1459 min
State of the Markets#107 Dr Kristian Niemietz of the IEA.ORG.UKRecorded 28th July 2020
Dr Kristian Niemietz joined the IEA in 2008 as Poverty Research Fellow, becoming its Senior Research Fellow in 2013, Head of Health and Welfare in 2015 and Head of Political Economy in 2018. Kristian is also a Fellow of the Age Endeavour Fellowship.
He studied Economics at the Humboldt Universität zu Berlin and the Universidad de Salamanca, graduating in 2007 as Diplom-Volkswirt (≈MSc in Economics). During his studies, he interned at the Central Bank of Bolivia (2004), the National Statistics Office of Paraguay (2005), and at the IEA (2006). In 2013, he completed a PhD in Political Economy at King’s Col...2020-09-271h 46
Tom Woods Show, Archive 5Ep. 1404 Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies Kristian Niemietz joins me to discuss the persistent attraction of socialism despite its terrible track record, and the excuses and apologias its supporters offer in order to justify their ongoing faith.2020-09-2139 min
Taxpayer TalkTaxpayer Talk: Socialism – The Failed Idea that Never DiesBy many measures, socialist ideas are more popular than ever, with academics and increasingly hip activists unashamedly promoting the collective ownership of wealth and centralised government-led decision making. Louis has a discussion with Dr Kristian Niemietz from the Institute of Economic Affairs, who has written a book named 'Socialism: The Failed Idea that Never Dies'.Support the show2020-05-2831 min
The Godless Spellchecker PodcastEp#153 - Socialism - Kristian Niemietz This week on The #GSPodcast Stephen Knight talks to Kristian Niemietz (@k_niemietz). Kristian is Head of Political Economy at IEA London and the author of ‘Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies’. They talk about: Classical Liberalism, defining ‘socialism’, Communism v Socialism, the ‘Nordic model’, food banks and more. Support the podcast at http://www.patreon.com/gspellchecker Also available on iTunes, Stitcher, YouTube & Spotify. 2020-04-161h 02
Gestatten, ...Gestatten, Dr. Kristian NiemietzDr. Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy am Institute of Economic Affairs in London, spricht mit uns über Hipster-Sozialisten und das Overton-Window, Zensur und vollautomatisierten Luxus-Kommunismus.2020-02-2744 min
Sounding BoardDr Kristian Niemietz Interview: Socialism, Capitalism and LiberalismWe are joined by the Head of Political Economy at the Institute of Economic Affairs, Dr Kristian Niemietz, for a conversation on the phenomenon of modern support for socialism, whether apologists for capitalism help their cause, and whether we’ll see a new classical liberal revolution in our lifetimes.
You can find Kristian on Twitter as @K_Niemietz
And you can buy his latest book, Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies here on Amazon.
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Carswell ConversationsAre young people socialist snowflakes? Kristian Niemietz talks about the rise of the hard LeftSocialism is a deadly idea - that refuses to die. Despite causing ruin and destruction in different countries and cultures, the old idea that a tiny elite can best order society and the economy by design is back.
Why are younger people more in favour of socialism than before? Why do those on the Left overlook the excesses of socialism and pretend it'll be different next time? How do we ensure there is no next time?
Listen to Kristian Niemietz talk to Douglas Carswell.2019-08-0344 min
The Tom Woods ShowEp. 1404 Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never DiesKristian Niemietz joins me to discuss the persistent attraction of socialism despite its terrible track record, and the excuses and apologias its supporters offer in order to justify their ongoing faith.2019-05-1438 min
Subject to ChangeAlternate worlds, same old socialismKristian Niemietz of the IEA describes a world where East Germany decides not to unite with the West but to do socialism properly for once. Spoiler alert - even good people with good intentions can't make it work.You can send a message to the show/feedback by clicking here. The system doesn't let me reply so if you need one please include your email. 2018-09-1959 min
Moral MazeThe NHS at 70The Prime Minister Theresa May has announced a 70th birthday 'present' for the NHS: an extra £20bn a year by 2023, paid for in part by tax rises. It has been received with cries of 'about time' and 'not enough.' Other voices mutter that we are simply pouring good money after bad into a system that is broken. To go with the funding boost, the government has promised a 10-year plan that "tackles waste, reduces bureaucracy and eliminates unacceptable variation," but sceptics say we've seen those promises before. With an ever-aging population and increasing pressures on the system, is i...2018-06-2142 min
The CapitalistMarx's poisonous legacyThis May marked the 200th anniversary of the birth of Karl Marx. For many, this was an occasion for celebration, not sombre reflection on a set of ideas that, when put into action, have claimed the lives of millions.John McDonnell gave a speech on the enduring relevance of Marx. Jean Claude Juncker played his part in the fortification of the German thinker’s reputation by unveiling a Chinese funded statue of Marx in Trier. The headline of one New York Times piece simply said: "Happy Birthday Karl Marx. You were right!"For th...2018-05-3025 min