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Paul Krugman

Mentioned in 22 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A Nobel Prize-winning economist known for commentary on economics, markets, and policy issues including trade deficits, AI scenarios, and Federal Reserve appointments. He was a long-time New York Times columnist before transitioning to independent writing on Substack. Podcasts reference him for his economic analysis and notable positions on contemporary issues ranging from AI risks to trade policy.

Episode Appearances

Wall Street Week

Wall Street Week · Jul 10, 2026

The World’s First Trillionaire, Governance Meets Growth, Menopause Market Boom

“Nobel Prize-winning economist; discusses wealth concentration, inequality, and tax policy implications of trillionaires”

Wealth Concentration and Trillionaire EconomicsCorporate Governance and Dual-Class Share StructuresSpaceX IPO and Founder Control Mechanisms
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The Dan Bongino Show

The Dan Bongino Show · Jun 2, 2026

The Craziest Court Decision Yet (Ep. 2527)

“Quoted calling for 'demagification' and 'purging' of society, criticized as dangerous rhetoric from intellectual leader”

California Primary Election Strategy and Jungle Primary SystemSuicidal Empathy and Leftist Ideology CritiqueTransgender Military Service Policy and Constitutional Authority
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The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · May 19, 2026

The Worst Of The Late Show

“Interviewed on Nitro Rollercoaster at Six Flags for never-aired segment”

Late-night television production workflowsAudience analytics and real-time ratings impact on editorial decisionsTopical comedy timing and political content strategy
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The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · May 17, 2026

Late Show Vocab | Bootsie

“Nobel Prize-winning economist mentioned as cover story for Bootsy's sex party visit”

Late Show production history and memorabiliaSex party culture and urban nightlifeBehind-the-scenes comedy production
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Letters from an American

Letters from an American · Apr 29, 2026

Questionable Claims

“Analyzed oil market dynamics and predicted price increases when strategic reserves deplete.”

White House Security and Secret Service OperationsPresidential Ballroom Construction and Congressional AppropriationsIran Military Conflict and Strategic Stalemate
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Marketplace Morning Report

Marketplace Morning Report · Apr 10, 2026

David Brancaccio reflects on thousands of conversations

“Referenced for research challenging trade as primary cause of economic inequality”

AI Stock Bubble Risk AssessmentMarket Timing vs. Rebalancing StrategyInflation and Consumer Price Index Trends
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Marketplace All-in-One

Marketplace All-in-One · Apr 10, 2026

David Brancaccio reflects on thousands of conversations

“Referenced in archive segment discussing trade policy and economic inequality with Brancaccio”

AI Stock Bubble Risk AssessmentMarket Valuation Metrics and Price-to-Earnings RatiosPortfolio Rebalancing Strategies
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All In with Chris Hayes

All In with Chris Hayes · Apr 10, 2026

WaPo bombshell: RFK's CDC burying report on Covid vaccine success

“Analyzed oil price inflation, Fed policy constraints, and economic growth projections under Trump administration policies”

Iran Nuclear Diplomacy and Ceasefire NegotiationsOil Market Volatility and Energy SecurityStrait of Hormuz Geopolitical Risk
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Letters from an American

Letters from an American · Apr 1, 2026

Unbelievably Irresponsible

“Characterized Trump's Iran pivot as essentially an admission of defeat”

Iran Military Campaign and Strait of Hormuz ClosurePresidential Executive Orders on Mail-in VotingConstitutional Limits on Presidential Election Authority
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Letters from an American

Letters from an American · Mar 25, 2026

Deception, Distortion, and Destruction

“Alleged insider trading by Trump associates based on classified national security information constitutes treason”

Insider Trading and National Security ViolationsVoter Suppression and Election SecurityRenewable Energy Policy Reversal
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Letters from an American

Letters from an American · Mar 13, 2026

Money is Flooding into the Political System

“Wrote that Middle East war is 'the billionaire's war' funded by campaign money”

Billionaire Political Donations and Campaign FinanceTax Policy and Wealth InequalityDark Money in Elections
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DSR's Words Matter

DSR's Words Matter · Mar 13, 2026

Kleptocracy, Kakistocracy, Nihilocracy, Schemeocracy! This is a F**ckedupocracy

“Cited for analysis that oil prices above $150-200/barrel could trigger severe global economic recession”

Strait of Hormuz Oil Supply DisruptionGlobal Economic Recession Risk and InflationGovernment Expertise Elimination and DOGE
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Odd Lots

Odd Lots · Feb 28, 2026

James van Geelen on His Viral AI Doom Scenario

“Economist who wrote critical piece on Citrini scenario, comparing market panic to War of the Worlds broadcast”

AI Capability Acceleration and Exponential Improvement CurvesWhite-Collar Job Displacement and Labor Market DisruptionEnterprise Software Valuation and Pricing Power Erosion
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Cheeky Pint

Cheeky Pint · Feb 12, 2026

Ben Thompson from Stratechery on AI ads, the end of SaaS, and the future of media

“Economist; quoted regarding internet/fax machine; Thompson defends quote as fundamentally true”

AI Advertising Models and User PrivacyAggregation Theory Applied to AITSMC Semiconductor Capacity Constraints
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The DSR Network

The DSR Network · Feb 11, 2026

The Daily Blast: Krugman: Trump’s Trade Adviser Just Exposed the Scam at MAGA’s Core

“Economist and New Republic contributor analyzing contradictions in MAGA immigration and economic policy”

Immigration policy and labor market effectsTrump administration trade and economic policyJob creation and employment statistics
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The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart · Feb 11, 2026

The Wealth of Wall Street with Oren Cass

“Economist who wrote that trade deficits are self-correcting; later acknowledged this assumption was naive”

Financialization and its economic consequencesStock buyback regulation and shareholder value doctrinePrivate equity and leveraged buyout practices
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Deep Questions with Cal Newport

Deep Questions with Cal Newport · Feb 9, 2026

Ep. 391: Is AI Reporting Broken? + Rethinking Morning Routines

“Economist who left New York Times to write independently on Substack”

AI Reporting Bias and MisinformationVibe Reporting TechniquesDigital Ick Mining
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The Oath and The Office

The Oath and The Office · Feb 5, 2026

Trump vs. the Rule of Law: A 5-Year-Old Detained + Election Power Grab

“Nobel Prize-winning economist assessing Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh as lacking economic principles”

Habeas Corpus and Due Process Rights for Non-CitizensICE Detention and Immigration Enforcement AbusesElection Interference and Vote Manipulation Strategies
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How Much Can I Make? — Real Jobs. Real Stories. Career Insights

How Much Can I Make? — Real Jobs. Real Stories. Career Insights · Jan 19, 2026

Careers, Money, And The Economy Explained

“Nobel Prize-winning economist who collaborated with Peter Coy at NYT; runs successful Substack with 400k+ subscribers”

Economics Education for General AudiencesAI Impact on Journalism and Knowledge WorkCareer Transitions in Media and Publishing
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The Compound and Friends

The Compound and Friends · Jan 9, 2026

It's not 1929, but it might be - Andrew Ross Sorkin

“Nobel economist who grew up in Merrick, Long Island, same town as Sorkin and podcast hosts”

1929 Crash Historical Parallels and DifferencesFederal Reserve Policy and Interest Rate DecisionsRegulatory Framework and Market Safeguards (SEC, FDIC, Capital Requirements)
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Capitalisn't

Capitalisn't · Dec 11, 2025

How to Stop “Ensh*ttification” Before It Kills the Internet - ft. Cory Doctorow

“Economist; adopted enshittification term; wrote model about it in Substack”

Enshittification and platform degradation economicsAntitrust enforcement and monopoly regulationInteroperability standards and right-to-repair
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The Talk Show With John Gruber

The Talk Show With John Gruber · Nov 22, 2025

435: ‘Lincoln Bio Services’, With Stephen Robles

“Left New York Times to write independently on Substack; example of established creator independence”

YouTube as primary discovery platform for independent creatorsShortcuts and iOS automation for personal workflow customizationApple Intelligence integration with automation tools
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