From public policy to the price of your morning coffee, economics is everywhere—but who gets to shape it?

In this episode, we’re joined by Stephanie Flanders, one of the most influential voices in economic journalism, to explore the many ways economics shapes the world—and how we can make the field more diverse and inclusive.

Stephanie Flanders is the Senior Executive Editor for Economics at Bloomberg and the head of Bloomberg Economics. Previously, she was the BBC’s Economics Editor, Chief Market Strategist for Europe at JP Morgan, and an advisor to the US Treasury. She’s spent her career breaking down complex economic issues and making them accessible to the public.

But how did she get there? And what does she think needs to change in economics today?

If you're a student, teacher, or just someone curious about the world, this episode will give you fresh insights into the power of economics and why it needs a broader range of voices.

In this episode, we cover:

The importance of understanding economics beyond financial markets.

• How economic decisions impact everything—from transport to diversity in the workplace.
• The role of women in economics and why the gender gap still exists.
• Why broadening the economics pipeline is key to inclusion.
• The surprising connections between economics, accessibility, and disability rights.
• How the media shapes public understanding of economics—and why clear explanations matter.
• Advice for students and teachers on making economics more approachable.

The future of economics should be as diverse as the world it impacts—tune in to hear how Stephanie Flanders is helping to shape the conversation.

LEARN MORE

Stephanie Flanders - https://x.com/MyStephanomics

Discover Economics - https://www.discovereconomics.co.uk

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How Did I Get Here? from Discover Economics - https://www.discovereconomics.co.uk/podcast

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Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-did-i-get-here-from-discover-economics/id1557268390