What's Happening World? Kids on Political Economy

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Sasha, Zeke, and friends share their thoughts on politics, economics, fairness, and justice in a kid friendly discussion.

Jason Coupet


    • Jun 11, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 11m AVG DURATION
    • 5 EPISODES


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    Summer Vacation Pod!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 10:48


    In a more lighthearted episode, Sasha and Zeke talk about their summer break plans including camp, swimming, and a visit to Chicago. Other topics include some advice about how kids can stay away for boredom and navigate the ongoing pandemic. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    How Fast Does Money Move? Sasha and Uncle Ernie on Liquidity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2021 14:50


    On this Episode of What's Happening World, Sasha Interviews Dr. Ernst Coupet, Professor of Finance at Chicago State University and her uncle, about money, savings, and liquidity. Topics include interest, why other people can use money you don't need right away, and why Target likes your money on their app. On the Random Questions segment, Sasha and Zeke discuss their birthdays and breaks from school.

    Money and Labor, Needs and Wants

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2021 10:53


    In this episode, Sasha and her producer discuss money. Sasha gives her thoughts about the relationship between money and labor (especially community work), as well as the distinction between need for money and want for money. Sasha mentions barter economies, labor theory of value, trade, and workers. Thank you for tuning in! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Fairness and Language

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2021 11:15


    This week, Sasha and Zeke talk about the dominance of English, and why Americans should be open to learning other languages. Topic include why so many people speak English, and what we can do to broaden our minds. Todays episode features guest Jason Coupet, an Executive Producer of the show. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Scarcity and Opportunity Costs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 10:51


    Sasha gives her thoughts on the links between scarcity and inequality, and helps us understand opportunity costs! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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