Apr 6, 202530 minS0
<p>Does trade between nations genuinely promote peace, or is this belief overly simplistic? In this episode, we dive into the influential study by Philippe Martin, Thierry Mayer, and Mathias Thoenig, exploring whether...
About this Podcast:
Political Science Digest makes cutting-edge academic research accessible to everyone. Using AI tools, we transform complex papers from political science, economics, international relations, and sociology into engaging, easy-to-understand episodes. Whether you’re a student, practitioner, or simply curious, join us as we explore groundbreaking ideas shaping our understanding of politics and society. Stay informed on the latest research without wading through academic jargon. Knowledge should be open to all—we’re making that possible, one paper at a time.
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What is Political Science Digest about?
Political Science Digest makes cutting-edge academic research accessible to everyone. Using AI tools, we transform complex papers from political science, economics, international relations, and sociology into engaging, easy-to-understand episodes. Whether you’re a student, practitioner, or simply curious, join us as we explore groundbreaking ideas shaping our understanding of politics and society.
What has Political Science Digest covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Episode 18. Make Trade, Not War, How Commerce Curbs Conflict" (6 April 2025, 30 minutes), "Episode 17. The Political Price of Trade Wars 🌐" (5 April 2025, 13 minutes), and "Episode 16. Populism vs. Nationalism, Same or Different?" (4 April 2025, 15 minutes).
How often does Political Science Digest publish?
Political Science Digest publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 18 minutes across 18 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Political Science Digest?
Booking probability for Political Science Digest is 26%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Political Science Digest requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Political Science Digest's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch Political Science Digest?
The strongest fits for Political Science Digest are Educational Support Services. Political Science Digest has an education audience.
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Political Science Digest is an education podcast with 18 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Apr 5, 202513 minS0
<p>Ever wondered about the real-world consequences of trade wars beyond economic headlines? In this episode, we dive into Edward Mansfield and Omer Solodoch's compelling research on how the escalating 2018 U.S.-China...
- Apr 4, 202515 minS0
<p>Ever wondered what really separates populism from nationalism? In this episode, we unpack Ashutosh Varshney's compelling analysis of the key similarities and critical differences between these two powerful political...
- Apr 3, 202519 minS0
<p>Ever wondered how trade wars shape domestic politics? In Episode 15, we explore Fetzer and Schwarz's insightful analysis of Trump's trade wars, revealing how countries like China and the EU strategically targeted...
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Episode 14. Who Really Pays for Tariffs?
Apr 3, 202512 minS0<p>Ever wondered who actually bears the cost when tariffs rise? In this episode, we unpack groundbreaking research by Alberto Cavallo, Gita Gopinath, Brent Neiman, and Jenny Tang on how tariffs imposed during recent...
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- Apr 2, 202516 minS0
<p>Ever wondered how radical right parties influence mainstream political landscapes? In this episode, we unpack Tarik Abou-Chadi and Werner Krause's insightful research on how radical right successes drive mainstream...
- Mar 31, 202517 minS0
<p>How does global trade influence local politics? In this insightful episode, we delve into groundbreaking research by David Autor, David Dorn, Gordon Hanson, and Kaveh Majlesi exploring the electoral impacts of rising...
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Episode 11. Do TV Ads Actually Win Votes?
Mar 31, 202513 minS0<p>Ever wondered if TV campaign ads genuinely sway elections? In this episode, we unpack a groundbreaking study by John Sides, Lynn Vavreck, and Christopher Warshaw on the real-world impact of televised political...
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Episode 10. Rooting Out or Rooting For Corruption? Why Some Corrupt Politicians Keep Winning
Mar 29, 202512 minS0<p>Ever wondered why voters sometimes overlook corruption at the ballot box? In this episode, we explore the fascinating paper by Pablo Fernández-Vázquez, Pablo Barberá, and Gonzalo Rivero, "Rooting Out Corruption or...
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Episode 9. Monumental Changes—Confederate Symbol Removals and Racial Attitudes in the U.S.
Mar 29, 202514 minS0<p>Ever wondered about the real impact of removing Confederate monuments on racial attitudes in America? In this episode, we explore Roxanne Rahnama's insightful study, "Monumental Changes," examining whether these...
- Mar 28, 202516 minS0
<p>Ever wondered how far citizens are willing to go to defend their country? In this episode, we unpack Janina Dill and Carl Müller's eye-opening study, "At Any Cost: How Ukrainians Think about Self-Defense Against...
- Mar 28, 202514 minS0
<p>Ever wondered if there's actually a hidden consensus about immigration among Americans? In this episode, we explore Jens Hainmueller and Daniel J. Hopkins' groundbreaking paper, "The Hidden American Immigration...
- Mar 27, 202518 minS0
<p>Ever wondered why populist leaders frequently embrace conspiracy theories once in power? In this episode, we delve into Andrea LP Pirro and Paul Taggart's insightful paper, "Populists in Power and Conspiracy...
- Mar 24, 202520 minS0
<p>Ever wondered why some states become strong democracies, others oppressive regimes, or remain weak and fragmented? In this episode, we explore Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson's influential paper, "Weak...
- Mar 23, 202520 minS0
<p>Ever wondered how economic development shapes democratic societies? In this episode, we explore Ronald Inglehart and Christian Welzel's groundbreaking paper, "Changing Mass Priorities: The Link between Modernization...
- Mar 23, 202520 minS0
<p>Have you wondered why nationalism has returned as a powerful force shaping global politics? In this episode, we delve into Harris Mylonas and Maya Tudor's insightful paper, "Nationalism: What We Know and What We...
- Mar 22, 202523 minS0
<p>Ever wondered how trade wars affect our economies? In this episode, we explore Pablo D. Fajgelbaum and Amit K. Khandelwal's compelling paper, "The Economic Impacts of the US–China Trade War," breaking down the...
- Mar 22, 202524 minS1
<p>Ever wondered why populism is sweeping across Western democracies? In our very first episode, we dive into Sheri Berman's influential paper, "The Causes of Populism in the West," unpacking the critical factors behind...
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Gita Gopinath
First Deputy Managing Director, International Monetary Fund, International Monetary Fund
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Alberto Cavallo
co-founder of PriceStats and a professor at Harvard Business School, Harvard Business School
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Tarik Abou-Chadi
Associate Professor in European Union and Comparative European Politics at the University of Oxford, Nuffield College, Oxford
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David Dorn
UBS Foundation Professor of Globalization and Labor Markets, University of Zurich
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