I teach macroeconomics, political economy and economic history. Am particularly interested in researching the evolution of economic ideas and systems. Particularly interested in Adam Smith and his pioneering work in political economy.
Graduated with a BA in Economics and Politics from University College Dublin in 1994. Worked in technology and new media for over 15 years including all through the dotcom era. Completed an MBA in 2010 at Bournemouth University. Completed a PhD in the 'Economics of Digital Privacy' in 2020.
Vulture Capitalism: Grace Blakeley’s new book is smart on what has gone wrong since the 1980s
Apr 23, 2024 08:05 am UTC| Insights & Views
Vulture Capitalism: Corporate Crimes, Backdoor Bailouts and the Death of Freedom is the latest book from the English economic and political journalist and rising progressive star Grace Blakeley. The 30-year-old describes...
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Sep 18, 2023 05:53 am UTC| Politics
Joe Biden has come out fighting against perceptions that he is handling the US economy badly. During an address in Maryland, the president contrasted Bidenomics with Trumpian MAGAnomics that would involve tax-cutting and...