Published Nov 13, 2023

Jennifer Burns on Milton Friedman

Jennifer Burns delves into Milton Friedman's enduring influence on economics and public policy, highlighting his collaborations with women, the ongoing debates sparked by his ideas, and the historical influences that shaped his intellectual journey.

Episode Highlights

Topics covered

Episode Highlights

Related Episodes

Milton Friedman on Money
Answers 383 questions
Nicholas Wapshott on Samuelson and Friedman
Answers 383 questions
Jennifer Burns on Ayn Rand and the Goddess of the Market
Answers 383 questions
Milton Friedman on Capitalism and Freedom
Answers 383 questions
Angus Burgin on Hayek, Friedman, and the Great Persuasion
Answers 383 questions
Binyamin Appelbaum on the Economists' Hour
Answers 383 questions
Michael Lind on Libertarianism
Answers 383 questions
Tyler Cowen on Monetary Policy
Answers 383 questions
John Taylor on Monetary Policy
Answers 383 questions
Robert Chitester on Milton Friedman and Free to Choose
Answers 383 questions
John Taylor on the Financial Crisis
Answers 383 questions
John Taylor on Rules, Discretion, and First Principles
Answers 383 questions
Simon Johnson on the Financial Crisis
Answers 383 questions
An Interview with Gary Becker
Answers 383 questions
Don Boudreaux on Reading Hayek
Answers 383 questions

Dexa/Russ Roberts

Jennifer Burns on Milton Friedman

Topics covered

Popular Clips

The Fed's Historical Evolution

The Lucas Critique

Milton Friedman's Conservatism

Friedman's Impact

Friedman's Secret Weapon

Friedman's Impact

The Evolution of Friedman's Thinking

Friedman's Fight

Friedman's Surprising Economics

The Last Conservative

Melton's Influence

Friedman's Influence and Controversy

Friedman's Legacy

Friedman's Intellectual Legacy

Friedman's Impact

Episode Highlights

Milton Friedman's Legacy

Women's Role in Friedman's Work

Controversies and Challenges

The Evolution of Friedman’s Thought

Related Episodes

Milton Friedman on Money

Nicholas Wapshott on Samuelson and Friedman

Jennifer Burns on Ayn Rand and the Goddess of the Market

Milton Friedman on Capitalism and Freedom

Angus Burgin on Hayek, Friedman, and the Great Persuasion

Binyamin Appelbaum on the Economists' Hour

Michael Lind on Libertarianism

Tyler Cowen on Monetary Policy

John Taylor on Monetary Policy

Robert Chitester on Milton Friedman and Free to Choose

John Taylor on the Financial Crisis

John Taylor on Rules, Discretion, and First Principles

Simon Johnson on the Financial Crisis

An Interview with Gary Becker

Don Boudreaux on Reading Hayek

Jennifer Burns on Milton Friedman

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Milton Friedman's LegacyJennifer Burns from Stanford University explores the multifaceted legacy of Milton Friedman, emphasizing his profound influence on both academic economics and public policy. She highlights how Friedman's ideas continue to shape economic thought and policy-making today.

Milton Friedman's Legacy

Women's Role in Friedman's WorkJennifer Burns explores the often-overlooked role of women in Milton Friedman's work, revealing how their collaborations significantly shaped his contributions to economics. She uncovers the dynamics of these partnerships and their lasting impact on Friedman's legacy.

Women's Role in Friedman's Work

Controversies and ChallengesJennifer Burns examines the criticisms and public perceptions of Milton Friedman, highlighting his influence across the political spectrum and his complex legacy in economics. She explores how Friedman's ideas continue to spark debate and shape public policy.

Controversies and Challenges

The Evolution of Friedman’s Thought

Related Episodes