The Inequality Podcast

We bring together scholars across disciplines to discuss the causes and consequences of inequality and strategies to promote economic mobility. Listen and discover novel insights and strategies to address today’s most pressing issues in inequality.

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Episode #12: Book Talk on The Two-Parent Privilege by Melissa Kearney (Live Recording)

January 22, 2024

Melissa Kearney discusses her new book with an expert panel. They explore how modern trends in family structure perpetuate inequality and erode social mobility. They also dive into the evidence of the effects of family structure on childhood outcomes.

Episode #11: Conversations on Inequality and Public Policy — Affirmative Action with Glenn Loury (Live Recording)

December 18, 2023
GuestsGlenn Loury

Steven and Glenn Loury discuss different perspectives on affirmative action and present arguments on both sides of a complex and nuanced issue with the hope of fostering an informed citizenry. Ethan Bueno de Mesquita, Dean of the Harris School, moderates the talk.

Episode #4: Shelly Lundberg on the Disparities Women Encounter in the Workforce

July 31, 2023

Shelly Lundberg covers the long-embedded gender gaps in many professions, including economics. She and Steven explore anti-discrimination legislation aimed at correcting disparities, and the flawed ways that economists have traditionally taught and measured them.