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  • 45. ZDP Shots: Decoding East Asian Crisis
    In this episode, Devanshi, Mannat and Kanupriya throw some light on the infamous East Asian Crisis 1997.

    No one could have ever predicted that the nations known for their stable and conservative budgetary policies will fall in the vicious trap of financial crisis. Yes, we are talking about the East Asian crisis 1997 that affected the world economy severely.

    So what are you waiting for? Put your earphones on and discover the reasons, consequences and the recovery of the cri
    9 min
  • 44. ZDP Shots: India poised for 7% growth?
    In this episode Apeksha, Muskan and Naina take a dig into the growth projections of India for the coming year.

    External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, expressed that India will be the fastest growing economy in the world this year with at least 7% growth despite the challenges posed by the Ukraine crisis. But Reuters poll said “India's status as world's fastest-growing major economy to be short-lived”
    Confusing, right?

    Let’s find out whether these predictions are ac
    10 min
  • 43. ZDP Shots: End of the Second Elizabethan Era: UK Economy in Turmoil
    In this episode of Zero Down Shots, Anshu and Kunjal walk us through the Economy of the United Kingdom. With the sudden change of its Prime minister & death of Queen Elizabeth II, the UK has many challenges in front of it. They discuss the economic situation of the UK both before and during the pandemic, with a special emphasis on the economical changes the nation is experiencing as an aftermath of the queen’s death.
    12 min
  • 42. ZDP Shots: Learnings From the Finnish Welfare State

    In this episode, Rachel performs a brief case study on the welfare state of Finland – the world’s top performer in the World Happiness Index and HDI. She delves into the two pillars – the education and healthcare system which go hand in hand thus building their modern economy. She also discusses how the welfare state of a country’s government is an unfailing investment towards human capital thus boosting the present and future economy and making it sustainable through shocks. Finland is a perfect example of how slow and steady reforms lead to consistently high results.

    12 min
  • 41. Decoding GeoEconomics
    In this episode of Zero Down Podcast, Nishu take us through the journey 'Decoding Geoeconomics'. Everyone is talking about Geoeconomics all the time these days. It has become a buzzword almost, isn't it? This discussion help you to get an insight into what geoeconomics really is, how it's impacting today's international system, what is India's vision and why should we care and so on.
    Tune in to the full episode to dive deep into the topic with the host.
    14 min
  • 40. The Rupee goes Global?

    In this episode, Reeti and Sejal talk about a recent decision by the RBI, allowing international trade settlements in rupee, as a measure against the ongoing inflationary trends in the economy. Bringing attention to it's benefits and challenges , they discuss the impact of the decision on the Indian economy. But, can this be regarded as the "internationalisation of the rupee"?
    12 min
  • 39. Wade-ing Through the Economics of Abortion

    In this episode of Zero Down, the hosts Sredha, Dhwani and Prattyashee dive into the Social and Economic repercussions of the abrogation of Roe v Wade. They analyse the possible spillover and future ripple effects of this landmark decision using the ‘Turn-away Study’. From black markets for illegal abortions and plan B pill shortages to burden on the foster care system, they cover it all.

    18 min
  • 38. Colonial Mercantilism
    In this episode, Khushi, Manmeet and Soumya explored the concept of colonial mercantilism through various aspects. Beginning from the history, the whole episode creates moments of unraveling joints of the past. Discovering related school of thoughts, with their consequences. The episode concludes with practical application of mercantilism in today's world.
    10 min
  • 37. Economics of Mental Health

    In this episode of Zero Down Podcast, Manmeet, Nishu and Sejal take us through The Economics of Mental Health.This discussion would help you to get an insight into the importance of taking care of one's mental health, how common its ignorance is, how mental illness affects the productivity of an individual, the correlation between physical health and mental health, and at last touches upon a few ways we can prevent an emergency situation with respect to one's finances.Tune in to the full episode to dive deep into the topic with the hosts. 


    10 min
  • 36. ZDP Shots: Carbon Emission Trading

    In this episode, Naina and Aditi demystify Carbon Emission Trading. Where you'll learn everything from how carbon trading came into effect to the cap and trade system. They further unfold the demand and supply dynamics of tradable emission allowances and about China's just-launched World's largest carbon trading market.

    Tune in to the full episode as we conclude by discussing the path that lies ahead for the carbon trading markets and how it can be made more efficient, and equitable!

    12 min

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