Bountifull Podcast: Paul Conway
Join us on the Bountiful Podcast as we kick off the season with an insightful conversation with Paul Conway, Chief Economist at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Based in Wellington but with a perspective that spans globally, Paul brings his extensive experience from the OECD and the World Bank to discuss how economic policies touch every aspect of our lives—from the cost of living crises visible at the petrol pump and grocery store, to the subtle joys that shape our daily happiness.
Guest Bio: Paul Conway is the Chief Economist at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. With a career that spans across major global institutions like the OECD and the World Bank, Paul specializes in making complex economic issues accessible and relevant to the public. His work not only focuses on macroeconomic policies but also on how these policies can be harnessed to improve prosperity and well-being.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
Understanding Economic Impact: How global and national economic policies underpin crucial aspects of our everyday lives.
The Cost of Living Crisis: A deep dive into the current economic landscape, examining rampant inflation and its effects on ordinary people.
Economics of Food: Exploring sustainable ways to feed ourselves in a cost-effective manner amidst economic pressures.
Finding Joy in Economics: How Paul's approach to economics blends professional rigor with personal passions, offering insights into achieving a balanced, joyful life.
Detailed Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction of Paul Conway, his background, and the scope of today's discussion.
03:30 - Paul’s insights on global economic factors that impact our daily lives.
15:20 - Examining the current inflation trends and strategies to mitigate the high cost of living.
25:45 - Discussion on sustainable food practices and economic policies that can make healthy eating more affordable.
37:30 - Personal anecdotes from Paul on finding joy in the simple things and how this connects to economic principles.
50:00 - Listener Q&A with Paul on practical economic strategies for everyday financial challenges.
Note: this interview took place on December 13th 2023.