30 Best Economic History Podcasts

1. Who Makes Cents?: A History of Capitalism Podcast

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Who Makes Cents?: A History of Capitalism Podcast is a monthly program devoted to bringing you quality, engaging stories that explain how capitalism has changed over time. We interview historians and social and cultural critics about capitalism's past, highlighting the political and economic changes that have created the present. Each episode gives voice to the people who have shaped capitalism by making the rules or by breaking them, by creating economic structures or by resisting them.MORE Hosts Jessica Ann Levy, Dylan Gottlieb
Producer/Network Jessica Levy and Dylan Gottlieb
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 141Facebook 1KTwitter 1.9K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Since Aug 2014 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Economics In Ten

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Economics In Ten is your go-to podcast if you want to learn about the lives, times and ideas of the world's greatest economic thinkers. Each episode is a fun exploration of a famous economist using ten different questions. Presented by Pete and Gav, your friendly neighbourhood economists, with technical support from Nic and music from Jukedeck - create your own at http://jukedeck.comMORE Hosts Pete, Gav
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 117Twitter 3.4KInstagram 1.2K Avg Length 74 min Format Long form Since Jan 2019 Get Email Contact

3. The Economic History Podcast

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The Economic History podcast is a platform for sharing knowledge, ideas and new research with a general interest audience. Each fortnight, we meet leading academics in the field and discuss a range of topics, including pandemics, long run economic growth, gender issues, financial crises, inequality, sustainable development and a number of weird and fun economic experiments in history. There is no time like the past to help us understand the present.MORE Host Sean Kenny
Producer/Network Seán Kenny
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 60Twitter 2.5K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. New Books in Economic and Business History

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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150 channels and browse our 28,000 episodes on our website: ⁠newbooksnetwork.com⁠ Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: ⁠https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/⁠ Follow us on Instagram and Bluesky to learn about more our latest interviews: @newbooksnetworkMORE Host Marshall Poe
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 21Facebook 9.1KTwitter 15.7K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Smith and Marx Walk into a Bar: A History of Economics Podcast

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Smith and Marx Walk into a Bar is hosted by historians of economic thought Jennifer Jhun, François Allisson, and Çınla Akdere. Each month, the hosts discuss themes related to economics, its history and methodology, and its relevance to contemporary affairs.MORE Hosts Jennifer Jhun, Francois Allisson, Cinla Akdere
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6. Hanging with History

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The first season focuses on the origins of the Industrial Revolution or the Great Enrichment, we go deep into history to gain enough background knowledge to actually understand the various theories of the origins of the Great Enrichment. Eventually we learn that we also need to know how the miracle was consolidated, as the many other close approaches to the Industrial Revolution failed.A kwirky style, but intellectually ambitious with the goal of understanding history well enough to understand the miracle that happened that one time. It's gonna be a long series.MORE Host Harald Hansen
Producer/Network Harald Hansen
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7. Ceteris Never Paribus: The History of Economic Thought Podcast

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History of Economic Thought, History of Economics, History of Economic Ideas, Philosophy of Economics, Political Economy, Economics
Hosts Reinhard Schumacher, Maria Bach
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 14Facebook 420Twitter 973 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Since Oct 2017 Get Email Contact

8. As The Money Burns

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All they want is love. Everyone else wants their fortune. Based on historical research, As The Money Burns is a deep exploration into the lives of actual heirs and heiresses to some of America's most famous fortunes and what happens when the Great Depression hits.A narrative podcast that explores history, psychology, and finance.MORE Host Nicki Woodard
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Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 34 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. Finance & History

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The eabh Podcast. Looking for precedents from the exciting world of financial history. We follow money through time and space. We encourage independent research, encourage open debate and value archives. Follow us on: www.bankinghistory.orgRead lessMORE Producer/Network Carmen Hofmann
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 11 Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. Economic History Soup

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Economic History Soup is an interview-style podcast on all topics economic history, with discussions ranging from structuring the research process to the makings of an economic historian. Hosted by Yale Economics PhD student Liza Brover, the podcast emphasizes the diversity in themes, approaches, and personalities in the field of economic history. Please direct questions and comments to ****@yale.edu. Cover art by Luisa Bicalho-Ritzkat.MORE Producer/Network Elizaveta Brover
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11. The Library of Mistakes

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Based in Edinburgh, the Library of Mistakes is a free public library designed to improve understanding of finance, one mistake at a time. In this podcast series the Library's Keeper, Professor Russell Napier, speaks to leading financial history authors around the world, with Fraser Allen & Leila Johnston presenting an additional thread of episodes called Shelf Life. Series produced by Fraser Allen.MORE Host Russell Napier
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12. The Economic and Political History Podcast

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The Economic and Political History Podcast delves into the intersection of economics, political science, and history. Join us as we introduce you to the world's most influential economists, political scientists, and historians, engaging in informal and insightful conversations about their careers and latest work. Our aim is to bring their expertise to a wider audience through new media, exploring cutting-edge ideas and the implications of their latest books. Tune in to stay informed and inspired by the forefront of academic thought on the key issues shaping our world today.MORE Producer/Network Javier Mejia
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13. History of Money, Banking, and Trade

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A historical look at the development and evolution of money, banking, and trade. From the ancient civilizations to the present. 
Producer/Network Mike
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14. CAGE Economic History

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Conversations with leading economists and historians, connecting the study of our past to the solutions of our future.
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15. Our Long Walk

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A podcast series about South Africa's past, present, and future. Economic historian Johan Fourie and historical sociologist Jonathan Schoots interview social science scholars investigating fascinating questions about our country and continent and distil those lessons into practical policy suggestions today.MORE Hosts Johan Fourie, Jonathan Schoots
Producer/Network Johan Fourie and Jonathan Schoots
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16. Queen's University Belfast - Everything Economic History

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The podcast that looks at the past to help us understand the present and the future.
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17. Riches and Power

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Listen in on interviews with world-renowned experts exploring the forces in history that shaped the world both then, and now. The topics we explore vary from whaling, to the Roman games, but they always touch on the intersection between riches and power, particularly in business and economic history.MORE Producer/Network Alex Doubet
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18. The Work Goes On: An Oral History of Industrial Relations and Labor Economics with Princeton's Orley

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Podcast by Industrial Relations Section, Princeton University
Host Orley Ashenfelter
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19. Bear Markets & Bad Decisions

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Bear Markets & Bad Decisions is a smart, story-driven economics podcast about bubbles, incentives, and the moments in history where humans absolutely should have known better — but didn't. Hosted by Heather Shell, each episode breaks down real economic events with wit, context, and zero MBA required.MORE Estimated listeners
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20. The Economic DNA of Nations

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The Economic DNA of Nations explores the unique forces shaping economies worldwide. Each episode dives into a different nation—its history, structure, challenges, and future. From industrial powerhouses to financial hubs and emerging markets, we uncover how politics, geography, and policy decisions form each country's economic blueprint. Blending storytelling with theory and research, the show reveals lessons from nations' successes and struggles, helping listeners see economies as living systems, not just numbers.MORE Email ****@launchpodstudios.com
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21. Coins, Currency, and American History

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America was not built in a straight line.It was built through arguments about power, money, and trust.This podcast tells the story of the United States through the forces that shaped it beneath the surface: currency, credit, debt, and the systems people argued over long before the outcomes were clear...MORE Estimated listeners
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22. The Great Depression: The Economic Collapse That Changed Politics — Fexingo History

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The Great Depression was not just an economic downturn—it was a global cataclysm that reshaped the very foundations of modern society. From the stock market crash of October 1929 to the dust bowl storms that ravaged the American Great Plains, this show explores the decade-long crisis that plunged millions into poverty and transformed politics worldwide. Lucas and Luna guide listeners through the breadlines of New York, the shantytowns of 'Hoovervilles,' and the drought-stricken fields of Oklahoma. They examine the policy failures of Herbert Hoover, the radical experiments of Franklin D...MORE Email ****@fexingo.com
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23. Money's Rise

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This documentary traces money's evolution from ancient roots to modern finance, revealing how it has shaped economies, societies, and history itself. A concise, eye-opening look at the force behind global progress and upheaval.MORE Estimated listeners
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24. An economic history of Wales (where did all the money go?)

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An economic history of Wales from the year dot to today.
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25. Recession Hosted by Maxwell Slate

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This podcast series examines the major economic recessions that have shaped modern America, from the Great Depression through stagflation, the two thousand eight financial crisis, and the COVID nineteen pandemic recession. Each episode explores what causes recessions, how they unfold, and why policy responses succeed or fail. Through detailed historical analysis, the series reveals recurring patterns of speculation, inequality, and regulatory failure that precede economic disasters...MORE Email ****@mac.com
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26. Echonomics

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Echonomics is a narrative podcast that looks at how past economic events in Asia continue to impact U.S. policy today. Join us as we hear how history reverberates onto today's policy decisions and often repeats itself. MORE Email ****@csis.org
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27. Canada's Economic Blueprint

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Dive into The Great Canadian Blueprint, a hyper-detailed series exploring Canada's economic history from Confederation in 1867 to the present day, with a sharp focus on real estate. Join us as we uncover the gritty stories, hard numbers, and pivotal moments that shaped Canada's wealth and landscapes. From the fur trade's frontier hustle to modern housing crises, each episode zooms in on micro-topics that shaped Canada into what it is today. Whether you're a history buff, real estate nerd, or just curious, join us to discover how Canada's past forged its present...MORE Estimated listeners
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28. The Age of Exchange

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The Age of Exchange is a short-form podcast exploring the most fascinating moments in global economic history. Each episode unpacks key and striking events, from speculative bubbles to financial revolutions, revealing how money, markets, and ideas have shaped the world we live in today. Whether you're a student, a professional economist, or just curious about the forces behind global change, this podcast makes economic history clear, compelling, and surprisingly relevant; you'll definitely learn something new.MORE Estimated listeners
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29. The Bottom Line

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The Bottom Line: History's Greatest Business Stories Welcome to The Bottom Line; while the past is history, it's also strategy. In every episode of The Bottom Line, we'll explore the business decisions, power fights, and economic moments that have shaped our world. We'll look at everything from the unsung entrepreneurs that forged ancient empires, the branding genius of 20th-century titans, and consider the lessons we can learn for today's business problems through the stories of yesterday...MORE Estimated listeners
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