Ones and Tooze

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About

Foreign Policy economics columnist Adam Tooze, a history professor and a popular author, is encyclopedic about basically everything: from the COVID shutdown, to climate change, to pasta sauce. On our new podcast, Tooze and FP deputy editor Cameron Abadi will look at two data points each week that explain the world: one drawn from the week’s headlines and the other from just about anywhere else Tooze takes us. Check out Adam Tooze’s column at https://foreignpolicy.com/author/adam-tooze/.

Episodes

  • The K-Shaped Economy

    Adam and Cameron explain the K-shaped economy, highlighting that nearly half of U.S. consumer spending comes from the top 10 percent of households. The episode also delves into the life and legacy of Margaret Thatcher.

  • Bonus Segment: Mamdani's New York

    This segment from Ones and Tooze features Adam and Cameron discussing Zohran Mamdani's early months as mayor of New York, focusing on his approach to city leadership and his brand of democratic socialism.

  • Who Is Kevin Warsh?

    Adam and Cameron discuss Kevin Warsh, a financier and former Federal Reserve governor. They explore his economic ideas and the likely impact he will have on interest rates and the economy. The episode also touches on the economics of Micha…

  • The War in Sudan

    This episode of Ones and Tooze discusses the war in Sudan, focusing on its impact, limited media attention, and international aid. Additionally, Adam and Cameron explore the history and economics of Islamabad, where negotiations between th…

  • Ones and Tooze Live in Washington, D.C.

    This episode of Ones and Tooze was recorded live in Washington, D.C. Adam and Cameron taped the show at an event held by the Institute of International Finance.

  • The Energy Crisis

    Adam and Cameron discuss historical parallels between the current energy crisis and past events like the Suez crisis of 1956 and the Arab-Israeli war in 1973. They also examine Viktor Orban’s reelection campaign in Hungary.

  • Interview with Iran Expert Ali Vaez

    This episode of Ones and Tooze features an interview with Iran expert Ali Vaez, originally from Foreign Policy Live. The discussion covers geopolitical issues concerning Iran, Ukraine, Gaza, and China.

  • The Economics That Drove the Tiananmen Square Protests

    This episode of Ones and Tooze explores the economic factors behind the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests in China. Adam and Cameron analyze these historical events, focusing on their economic dimensions.

  • The Enduring Impact of the War in Iran

    Adam and Cameron discuss the enduring impact of the war in Iran. They consider the long-term implications and which countries will be hit hardest by the conflict, now in its second month.

  • Iran and Habermas

    This episode discusses the rising oil prices amidst the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran and delves into the philosophy of Jürgen Habermas.

  • China’s Five-Year Plan

    Adam and Cameron analyze China's new five-year economic plan, which forecasts a 4.5% GDP growth rate, marking the slowest increase since the 1980s. The episode also touches on the economics behind St. Patrick's Day.

  • The War on Iran

    This episode of Ones and Tooze features Adam Tooze and Cameron Abadi discussing the war on Iran, its regional implications, and effects on the global economy.

  • What a War With Iran Might Look Like

    On this episode of Foreign Policy Live, host Ravi Agrawal and former CIA chief David Petraeus discuss what a U.S. war with Iran might look like. This episode was featured on the Ones and Tooze podcast.

  • Trump's Economy, One Year On

    Adam and Cameron analyze Donald Trump's economic policies during his second term, covering tariffs, immigration, and the size of the U.S. government. They examine the resulting 2.2% economic growth.

  • The AI Economy

    Adam and Cameron discuss the economic impact of large AI investments by big tech companies. They also cover the current state of the German economy.

  • The Super Bowl and Jeffrey Epstein

    Adam and Cameron discuss the Super Bowl's economic and social dimensions. They also explore the cultural and economic world Jeffrey Epstein inhabited.

  • Trouble in the Chinese Military

    This episode discusses alleged corruption and purges in the Chinese military, as well as the history and economics of the People's Liberation Army. Additionally, the economics of Milan are examined.

  • Seventy Minutes at Davos

    This episode discusses Donald Trump's address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Topics include his demand for Greenland and other assertions made at the conference. Adam and Cameron discuss the address and the crisis over…

  • Protests in Iran

    Adam and Cameron discuss the large-scale protests occurring in Iran, exploring their underlying causes and potential implications for the country going forward. They also cover the U.S. Justice Department's investigation into Fed Chair Jer…

  • The Venezuela Conundrum

    Adam and Cameron discuss the United States' involvement in Venezuela's affairs. They examine the stated reasons for this involvement, particularly the claim about oil.

  • Heterodox Economists: Joseph Stalin

    Adam and Cameron discuss the economic ideas of Joseph Stalin in the final installment of the miniseries on Soviet economists and thinkers.

  • Heterodox Economists: Leon Trotsky

    Adam and Cameron discuss Leon Trotsky as part of their focus on Soviet economists and thinkers. The episode explores Trotsky's role during the period of the Soviet Union's birth and collapse.

  • Funding the War in Ukraine

    Adam and Cameron discuss Europe's decision to loan Ukraine over $100 billion for the war, rather than utilizing frozen Russian assets. They explore the implications of this choice for the continent and the ongoing conflict.

  • Heterodox Economists: Rosa Luxemburg

    This episode of Ones and Tooze continues a series on founding Soviet thinkers, focusing on the life and work of Polish German revolutionary Rosa Luxemburg.

  • China's Trade Surplus

    Adam and Cameron discuss China’s trade surplus and the Trump administration’s National Security Strategy. The episode also touches upon topics related to economics and national security.

  • Heterodox Economists: Vladimir Lenin

    Adam and Cameron discuss Vladimir Lenin, focusing on his role as a Soviet economist and thinker. This episode is part of a month-long series dedicated to Soviet economists.

  • Russia and Ukraine

    Adam and Cameron discuss the economic turbulence in Russia and Ukraine as the conflict continues. The episode also contains a request for listener support to keep the show accessible.

  • The Economics of Podcasts

    Adam and Cameron discuss the economics of podcasts, a multibillion-dollar industry. They also mention their bi-annual listener support campaign.

  • Venezuela

    Donald Trump may take military action against Venezuela. Adam and Cameron discuss this and the election of a democratic socialist mayor in New York City.

  • China Trade and the Louvre Heist

    Adam and Cameron discuss the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, and its potential effects on the trade war. The episode also covers the Louvre jewel heist.

  • Nobel Prize for Economics

    This episode of Ones and Tooze discusses the Nobel Prize in Economics winners Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt. Their work focuses on how innovation and creative destruction contribute to economic growth.

  • The Frankfurt Book Fair

    Adam and Cameron discuss the history of the Frankfurt Book Fair and the broader economics of the publishing industry. This episode of Ones and Tooze explores the event and its impact.

  • A Conversation with Michael Sandel

    Cameron sits down with American political philosopher Michael Sandel, recipient of the 2025 Berggruen Prize. They discuss Sandel's critiques of liberalism in the context of Trump's America.

  • The U.S. Government Shutdown

    Adam and Cameron discuss the U.S. government shutdown, a peculiarity of the U.S. budgetary system. The two parties have failed to agree on discretionary spending.

  • Introducing The Catch

    This episode introduces the new season of FP's global fisheries podcast, The Catch. The season focuses on tuna and how climate change is affecting this fish in the Pacific islands, with reporting from the Solomon Islands.

  • The Trump Plan for Gaza

    Adam and Cameron discuss former U.S. President Donald Trump’s Mideast peace plan, focusing on Gaza rebuilding and its implications for Palestinians. They also continue their conversation on the broad implications of artificial intelligence.

  • Trump and Latin America

    This episode of Ones and Tooze examines President Trump's Latin America policy, focusing on its economic effects in Argentina, Venezuela, and Mexico. The discussion also includes a segment on artificial intelligence.

  • Bonus: Adam Tooze on Foreign Policy Live

    In this bonus episode of Ones and Tooze, Adam Tooze joins Foreign Policy Live to discuss his piece "The End of Development" from Foreign Policy's print issue.

  • What AI Means for the Economy and for Politics

    Adam and Cameron discuss the broad implications of artificial intelligence on the economy and on politics. This is the first installment of an occasional series.

  • The State of Europe

    Adam and Cameron discuss the state of Europe. They cover domestic politics, such as the collapse of the French government, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s reforms, and the struggles of the UK Labour Party government.

  • India and Tennis

    This episode of Ones and Tooze covers the Trump administration’s tariffs on India. It also delves into the economics of tennis.

  • The Future of the Federal Reserve

    This episode discusses the future of the Federal Reserve's independence in light of President Trump's actions. It also touches on the economics of hamburgers.

  • The Scale of China

    In this episode of Ones and Tooze, Adam Tooze and Cameron Abadi discuss the vast scale of China and its implications for the country's global economic, political, and historical role. They also briefly mention the 50th anniversary of the m…

  • Introducing Radio Davos

    This episode of "Ones and Tooze" features an interview with Adam Tooze, originally from the "Radio Davos" podcast. The conversation delves into global challenges, shifts in geopolitics, trade, and economic transformations, recorded at the…

  • The Doomsday Seed Vault

    This episode of Ones and Tooze discusses the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, where seeds from around the world are stored as a backup for the global food supply. Adam and Cameron explain how the vault works.

  • Tariffs and Gaza

    This episode of Ones and Tooze examines the impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs on the U.S. economy, including inflation. The discussion also covers the issue of starvation in Gaza.

  • Whither Global Development?

    Ones and Tooze analyzes the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, adopted a decade ago to address poverty and environmental protection, and explores why many are unlikely to be met by 2030. The hosts also consider the implications…

  • Heterodox Economists: Karl Polanyi

    Adam and Cameron discuss heterodox economist Karl Polanyi. They cover his life, work, and his book The Great Transformation. This is part of an occasional series on heterodox economists.

  • Heterodox Economists: Thorstein Veblen

    Adam and Cameron continue their series on heterodox economists, focusing on Thorstein Veblen. They discuss the life and work of the American economist.

  • Heterodox Economists: John Kenneth Galbraith

    Adam and Cameron discuss the life and work of Canadian American economist, diplomat, and author John Kenneth Galbraith. This episode continues their series on heterodox economists.