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Economics is more than numbers and theories - it’s about the questions we ask and the stories we tell.
In this episode, Karen Ward shares her journey into economics, proving that a passion for understanding the world can open doors you never expected.
Karen is the Managing Director and Chief Market Strategist for EMEA at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Before that, she worked at HSBC’s Investment Bank, contributed to key economic research on global trends, and advised the UK government on major financial decisions.
But she didn’t start with a master plan. Her career was built on taking opportunities, asking questions, and embracing new challenges. That mindset, combined with storytelling skills, helped her stand out in competitive spaces, from job interviews to high-level economic discussions.
In this episode, we cover:
How 2 new grads stood out among 900 applicants, and how you can too.What makes a great economist and why it’s not always about the data.How a random summer job can make you infinitely more employable.The simple way teachers can engage students in economics.One way to get your foot in the door at any company - and it’s not about who you know.Why a CV full of A-stars and distinctions could hold you back.The one thing to admit during an interview that can set you apart.Whether you're a student considering your future or a teacher guiding the next generation, Karen’s journey is proof that economics isn’t just something you study - it’s something you experience, question, and shape.
LEARN MOREJ.P. Morgan Asset Management - https://am.jpmorgan.com/gb/en/asset-management/adv/bios/karen-ward/
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What if you could shape the future of economics without a traditional university degree? Apprenticeships are unlocking new pathways for the next generation of economists.
In this episode, we sit down with a dynamic group from the Health Foundation’s REAL Centre (Research and Economic Analysis for the Long-Term), which provides independent research to help shape the future of health and social care.
Our guests include Hannah-Rose Douglas (Assistant Director), Ann Raymond (Economist), Zeyad Issa (Economist), George Stevenson (Apprentice), and Ashley Fernando (Apprentice).
Together, we discuss their unique journeys into economics, the value of apprenticeships, and how that diversity strengthens decision-making in the field.Whether you’re a student, educator, or career changer, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about how to enter a career in economics - and its real-world impact.
In this episode, we cover:
Why traditional university routes aren’t the only option.
The hidden value of bringing young apprentices to the table.The role of economics beyond profit - how it influences social policy, healthcare, and inequality.How apprentices are busting the ‘Wolf of Wall Street’ myth. ‘Why is no one asking this question?’ The unexpected skills that might put off some students, but attract others.What are the prospects of having a career in economics?Why economics is a good choice for people with neurodiversity.The future of economics should reflect the diversity of the world it serves. Tune in to hear how these economists and apprentices are helping to open doors for the next generation.
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The Health Foundation’s REAL Centre https://www.health.org.uk/about-the-real-centre
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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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.
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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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Think economics is just about banks, budgets, and boring number crunching? Think again.
In this episode, we’re chatting with Max Wood, an economics graduate who’s taken his degree in a completely different direction—into the world of content creation.
Max studied economics at Bristol University, spending time in Paris and Shanghai before working with Discover Economics. But today, you’ll find him creating videos on YouTube and TikTok, interviewing UK musicians, and breaking down the music industry—all with an economics mindset.
So, how does a subject like economics help in a creative career? And what can it do for your future?
If you're choosing your A-levels, thinking about university, or just want to understand how economics applies to the real world, this episode is for you.
In this episode, we cover:
How Max first got into economics—and why he stuck with it.
What an economics degree actually teaches you (it’s not just maths!).The surprising ways economics helps in creative industries.How studying economics gives you the confidence to understand big topics like money, business, and politics.What it’s like to study economics abroad in Paris and Shanghai.How Max transitioned from economics graduate to full-time content creator.Why understanding economics can help musicians and artists avoid bad industry deals.How not to get duped by the things you see in the media. Max’s advice for anyone choosing a university course.Economics is everywhere—and it can take you anywhere. Listen now to hear how Max made it work for him!
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BTB Max - https://www.youtube.com/@btbmax
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
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ymip1H9Tpy5kBInSEJrUz?si=4b4013bcadd24a14
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-did-i-get-here-from-discover-economics/id1557268390
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Can’t We Just Print More Money? was written by Bank of England economists Rupal Patel and Jack Meaning and offers an accessible introduction to economics themed around ten questions including ‘Why are so many of my clothes made in Asia?’ ‘Why aren’t Freddos 10p any more?’ and ‘What even is money?’.
Every state secondary school in the UK has been sent a six-lesson resource for GCSE English students based on the successful economics book which features extracts, presentation slides and worksheets, along with a copy of the book itself.
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Research Officer at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) since August 2019 and before that, Economist at Reserve Bank of Australia for five years.
Helen Hughson has contributed to research on tax policy (including the work of the UK Wealth Tax Commission), inequality, and migration, in her role as a Researcher at the London School of Economics. Previously, she worked for five years at the Reserve Bank of Australia on labour market and international developments, and co-authored working papers on household responses to monetary policy and the market for overnight cash in Australia. Helen holds a MSc in Economics from University College London.
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Tax policy; inequality; migration
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Rohin is an independent strategy consultant (specialising in education and learning) and founder of an education technology start-up.
The majority of Rohin's professional work experience has been as a strategy consultant first at Monitor Deloitte and then working independently for a variety of firms. His experience has focussed upon public services (including education), healthcare and technology as well as a number of private equity due diligence assignments. Rohin also spent nine months on secondment to Cabinet Office in 2012 in order to scale National Citizen Service.
In 2017, Rohin founded Think Smart with the aim of tackling the career guidance problem. Think Smart uses problem solving that is sourced directly from professionals in a variety of jobs in order to help people at different stages of their career path think about their next steps in a more informed way. He has worked with clients in Europe and Singapore to date. Rohin also used his start-up experience to help found a new generation mortgage lender: Generation Home. It will allow young people to more easily get onto the housing ladder through the concept of group mortgages.
Rohin has long been passionate about education and spent eight years as a governor of MidKent College, a further education provider based in the Maidstone and Medway areas. He supported mainly on board strategy, understanding the students and their holistic needs and all things digital.
Rohin has an MA in Economics from King's College, Cambridge and an MBA from INSEAD where he was lucky enough to study in both France and Singapore.
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Osama Rahman was appointed as the Department for Education’s Director of Analysis and Chief Scientific Adviser in April 2018.
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is a member of the Government Economic Service Boardis a member of the Chief Scientific Advisers Networkco-chairs the Departmental Directors of Analysis Networkrepresents the government’s directors of analysis at the Analysis Function BoardBefore joining the Department for Education, Osama spent 14 and a half years at the Ministry of Justice including the Department for Constitutional Affairs before the creation of the MoJ. His most recent role was Director for Analytical Services and Chief Scientific Adviser for 3 and a half years. Prior to that he was Chief Economist for 8 and a half years.
He worked at the Civil Aviation Authority for a year on airports regulation, having spent 10 years as a lecturer and senior lecturer in economics at various UK universities.
DfE Director of Analysis and Chief Scientific Adviser
The Director of Analysis and Chief Scientific Adviser is responsible for:
the provision of analytical and scientific advice to ministers and senior officials, ensuring that the department’s policies and decisions are informed by the best analytical and scientific evidenceleading the department’s analytical and scientific communityworking with the wider networks of directors of analysis, Government Economic Service board members, and chief scientific advisers to address cross-departmental issuesleading on the department’s relationship with external researchers and scientists -
Lizzy Burden is a reporter at Bloomberg.
She covers the UK economy, including trade, the Bank of England and the Treasury, for Bloomberg.com and The Terminal. She also writes the weekly Beyond Brexit newsletter and contributes to Bloomberg TV, radio, podcasts and Quicktake, the social media channel.
Lizzy is a regular guest on the BBC, Sky News and Times Radio, and hosts events, including for the Confederation of British Industry, the Institute for Fiscal Studies and British American Business.
Listed as one of MHP's 30 under 30 journalists for her city and business coverage, previously she was an economics reporter at The Telegraph, a graduate trainee at The Times, presented CoronaNomics TVand produced BBC Daily Politics.
Before journalism, Lizzy was a fashion model across five continents for eight years.
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Communication Strategist (Discover Economics) at The Royal Economic SocietyRoyal Economic Society
Established by the Royal Economic Society, Discover Economics aims to broaden the appeal of economics as a subject and career for 15–17-year-olds from under-represented groups.
Founder, MSc candidate at LSE, First Class BSc Economics Graduate and experienced communications strategist with a demonstrated history of working in technology and social organisations. Skilled in data analysis, project management and social media, with a particular interest on how diversity influences digital innovation.
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Mairi Spowage is a Principal Knowledge Exchange Fellow and the Deputy Director of the Fraser of Allander Institute. Her areas of expertise include economic policy, economic statistics, national accounting, public sector finances, and economic and fiscal forecasting. Mairi leads on the Institute's work with various partners, including those in business, the public and third sector. She is regularly asked to give evidence on economic and fiscal matters at Parliamentary Committees, such as the Finance and Constitution Committee and the Economy, Jobs and Fair Work Committee. Mairi is leading on various projects to improve regional economic statistics, looking at inter-regional trade, business engagement and encouraging graduates into careers in analysis through the Economic Futures programme. She is also developing the Fraser’s capacity building CPD programme in the use of national and local economic data and statistics. Previously, Mairi was the Deputy Chief Executive of the Scottish Fiscal Commission and the Head of National Accounts at the Scottish Government, and has over a decade of experience working in different areas of statistics and analysis, including transport, household surveys and performance measurement.
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Nida Broughton is the Director of Economic Policy at the Behavioural Insights Team. Previously, she was Chief Economist at the Social Market Foundation, leading policy research on economic growth, public spending and employment. She has also worked at the House of Commons, where she provided economic advice to MPs and select committees, and at Ofcom, where she led research on the application of behavioural economics to market regulation.
She holds an MSc in Economics from Birkbeck, University of London, and an MA (Cantab) in Economics from Cambridge University.
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Vincent Tang is an Economist in the Fiscal Affairs Department at the IMF, working on Public Financial Management, Gender Budgeting and macro-fiscal policy. He was previously Head of Fiscal Economics and Growth Economics at Her Majesty’s Treasury in the UK. He has also worked at the UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) and Department for Education, and holds an MPhil in Economics and BA in Economics and Physics from the University of Cambridge.
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Tanya joined the Adam Smith Business School in August 2018. Previously she was an Early Career Fellow at the University of Stirling working on the Healthy Ageing in Scotland (HAGIS) project.
Tanya was awarded her PhD in 2015 from Royal Holloway University of London.
Tanya’s main research area is Family Economics, where she has investigated topics such as the impact of local labour market conditions on the incidence of domestic violence and the influence of education on the propensity for early motherhood, juvenile crime and marital sorting.
Tanya is a member of the School's Applied Economics research cluster.Areas of expertise:
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Welcome to episode 8 of "How did I get here? Discover Economics" with Dame Sharon White.
Dame Sharon Michele White DBE is a British businesswoman. She is currently Chair of the John Lewis Partnership, having previously held a variety of roles in the Civil Service. She was the Chief Executive of the British media regulator Ofcom from March 2015 to November 2019, and was Second Permanent Secretary at HM Treasury from 2013 to 2015. She was the first black person, and the second woman, to become a Permanent Secretary at the Treasury. -
Lotanna is a Doctoral researcher affiliated with the Environmental and Resource Economics (ERE) Research Group at The University of Manchester, Lotanna uses econometric tools to investigate how climate change affects our world and Sub-Saharan Africa in particular.
He is also a teaching associate in the Department of Economics, University of Manchester. Lotanna assists in teaching Macroeconomics, Microeconomics and Advanced Mathematics.
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Ian is an Associate Professor at the University of Liverpool and received his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California-Irvine in 2017. Ian's research focuses primarily on the economics of discrimination and its impact on labor market outcomes and health. He has focused on discrimination against women, older workers, and the LGBT community.
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Welcome to episode 5 of "How did I get here? Discover Economics"
In this episode, we have Will Page. Will is the former Chief Economist of Spotify and PRS for Music where he pioneered Rockonomics, publishing work on Radiohead's In Rainbows, saving BBC 6Music and articulating the global value of music copyright. His book ‘Tarzan Economics: Eight Principles in Pivoting through Disruption’ publishes on 1st April. He has served as a fellow of LSE’s Marshall Institute throughout 2020 and has recently been appointed fellow to LSE's European Institute.
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Welcome to episode 4 of "How did I get here? Discover Economics"
In this episode, we talk to Ben Chu, Economics Editor of The Independent, the UK's largest quality digital news brand. Ben was previously economics editor of BBC Newsnight, the BBCs flagship current affairs programme. He is co-presenter of Coronanomics and is on the International Advisory Board for SPERI, The University of Sheffield’s Political Economy Research Institute.
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Welcome to episode 3 of "How did I get here? Discover Economics" with Andy Haldane.
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At the time of this interview, Andy was the Chief Economist at the Bank of England. Andy is becoming Chief Executive of the RSA, an institution which for 260 years has been connecting people and ideas to tackle the world’s most pressing problems.
He is a member of the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee and Chair of the Government’s Industrial Strategy Council. Andy is also an Honorary Professor at University of Nottingham, a Visiting Fellow at Nuffield College, Oxford, a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences and a Governor of the National Institute of Economic and Social Research.
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