Jul 30, 202515 minS2
In this episode, host Sambhav Choudhury speaks with Gautam Rao, Associate Professor of Economics at UC Berkeley. From his unconventional journey from electronics engineering to economics, Gautam shares insights on his...
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Rigorous research paired with visionary public policy has shaped countless policies and programs worldwide. In this podcast from MIT's Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), you’ll come to know the stories behind the impact. Hear from advocates and program coordinators, researchers, and most importantly, the participants themselves about why these programs matter to them and why they should matter for all of us.
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What is J-PAL Voices about?
Rigorous research paired with visionary public policy has shaped countless policies and programs worldwide. In this podcast from MIT's Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), you’ll come to know the stories behind the impact.
What has J-PAL Voices covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Researcher Spotlight: Gautam Rao on co-producing evidence with policymakers" (30 July 2025, 15 minutes), "Researcher Spotlight: Harini Kannan on designing and scaling education programs" (23 July 2025, 11 minutes), and "Researcher Spotlight: Ariel Zucker on field-driven solutions in development economics" (16 July 2025, 15 minutes).
How often does J-PAL Voices publish?
J-PAL Voices publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 17 minutes across 13 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on J-PAL Voices?
Booking probability for J-PAL Voices is 19%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. J-PAL Voices requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. J-PAL Voices's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch J-PAL Voices?
The strongest fits for J-PAL Voices are Scientific Research & Development and Universities & Colleges. J-PAL Voices has a science audience.
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J-PAL Voices is a science podcast with 13 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Jul 23, 202511 minS2
In this episode, host Sambhav Choudhury speaks with Harini Kannan, Research Scientist at J-PAL South Asia. Harini shares her journey from being inspired by budget speeches as a child to pursuing a career in development...
- Jul 16, 202515 minS2
In this episode, host Sambhav Choudhury speaks with Ariel Zucker, Assistant Professor of Economics at UC Santa Cruz. Ariel discusses her journey from an early interest in global health disparities to becoming a...
- Jun 30, 202514 minS2
In this episode of The Evidence Effect, host Sambhav Choudhury speaks with Shobhini Mukerji, Executive Director of J-PAL South Asia. From her transformative summer internship with education nonprofit Pratham to becoming...
- Jun 24, 202512 minS2
<p>Season 2 of the J-PAL Voices podcast brings together researchers reflecting on their experiences conducting impact evaluations in India. From working in diverse local contexts to engaging with government and civil...
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- Jul 20, 202220 minS1
<p>Every year from June to August, hundreds of thousands of youth – between the ages of 14 and 24 – participate in summer jobs programs across the United States. These programs, also known as summer youth employment...
Episode #6
Episode 6: Change the Narrative
Dec 23, 202022 minS1<p>In arguing that changing the narrative is a critical strategy in fostering mobility from poverty, the US Partnership on Mobility from Poverty notes that “the narratives we use to make sense of the world shape our...
Episode #5
Episode 5: Create Access to Good Jobs
Dec 9, 202019 minS1<p>In Boston, Chicago, and New York City, research has shown that summer jobs programs lead to a large decrease in violent crime and incarceration. However, in some places, the impacts on earnings are more muted in the...
Episode #4
Episode 4: Provide Support That Empowers
Nov 25, 202021 minS1<p>How do summer jobs programs empower their youth through short programs? What leads to the lasting impact that we see in decreases in violent crime well after the programs conclude? In episode four of J-PAL Voices...
Episode #3
Episode 3: Transform Data Use
Nov 11, 202021 minS1<p>In describing his partnership with the Department of Youth & Community Development, Judd Kessler says that this research agenda is in large part a story about data. In episode three of J-PAL Voices: The Impact and...
- Oct 28, 202026 minS1
<p>What does it mean for a program to transform communities while remaining grounded in the voices and perspectives of residents? In the second episode of J-PAL Voices: The Impact and Promise of Summer Jobs in the...
Episode #1
Episode 1: Setting the Stage
Oct 14, 202021 minS1<p>In the first episode of J-PAL Voices: The Impact and Promise of Summer Jobs in the United States, we introduce you to some of the people you will meet throughout the series: Researchers like Judd Kessler and Sara...
J-PAL Voices
Introducing: J-PAL Voices
Sep 24, 20202 minS1<p>Hosted by Senior Research and Policy Manager Rohit Naimpally, the inaugural season of J-PAL Voices will explore how summer jobs programs fit into the broader goals of fostering mobility from poverty in the United...
Recent guests
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Judd Kessler
Howard Marks Endowed Professor and Wharton Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy, The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
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Harini Kannan
J-PAL South Asia
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Ariel Zucker
UC Santa Cruz
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Danielle Ellman
Commonpoint Queens
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