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CONNECTED

by Nova Economics Club

Economics is for all issues, all opinions and all minds. This is economics for all!This is Nova Economics Club's Podcast. We are a group of Nova SBE students that want to make economic discussions accessible to everyone. In the episodes of CONNECTED, we are going to have a range of knowledgeble guests that are going to talk about the most pressing economic issues of our time. Stay CONNECTED!

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Episodes

  1. S3 E9 - Leonor Puga

    Meet Leonor Puga, former NEC member and former intern at the European Central Bank. From Nova SBE to the ECB, Leonor shares her experiences, insights, and the journey behind her academic and professional path. Stay tuned for the full episode!

  2. S3 E8 - Alexandre Abreu

    In this episode, we sit down with Professor Alexandre Abreu for an analytical and in-depth conversation about the structural challenges shaping the Portuguese and European economies today. Through a candid and insightful discussion, we explore the complex dynamics of immigration, human capital...

  3. S3 E7 - João Galamba

    In this episode, we sit down with João Galamba for an in-depth conversation about the challenges and opportunities shaping Portugal today. We explore topics including energy, infrastructure, public policy, innovation, and the impact of government decisions on citizens and businesses. Through a...

  4. S3 E6 - Carlos Moreira da Silva

    In this episode, we sit down with Carlos Moreira da Silva, President of Business Roundtable Portugal, a think tank that brings together some of Portugal’s largest companies and business leaders to help strengthen the country’s future through three core areas of action: People, Companies and...

  5. S3 E5 – Diogo Conceição

    In this episode, we sit down with Diogo Conceição, PhD researcher in Economics in the field of Economics of Education, and Nova SBE Alumni. In this episode, we explore: -His background in Economics; -“Higher Future” Project; -Challenges of Pursuing a PHD; -Academic Research project And so much...

  6. S3 E4 – Luís Campos e Cunha

    In this episode, we sit down with Luís Campos e Cunha, economist, university professor, former Vice-Governor of Banco Portugal from 1996 to 2002, and Minister of Finance for a brief period in 2005. In this episode, we explore: - The EU-US trade relationship; - Europe’s reindustrialization in...

  7. S3 E3 - Carlos Guimarães Pinto

    🚀S3 E3 – Carlos Guimarães Pinto In this episode, we sit down with Carlos Guimarães Pinto,economist, university professor, former consultant with nearly 11 years of experience, member of the Portuguese parliament, and a political commentator. In this episode, we explore: - The relationship…

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  8. S3 E2 - Mariana Leitão - Liberalismo, competitividade económica e papel do estado na economia

    🚀S3 E2 - Mariana Leitão Neste episódio do CONNECTED, falamos com a Mariana Leitão, licenciada em Relações Internacionais pela Universidade Lusíada de Lisboa e com formação em Gestão Internacional pelo ISCTE Executive Education. É deputada na Assembleia da República pela Iniciativa Liberal, sendo...

  9. Connected with Alumni - Margarida Caroço

    🚀S3 E1 - Margarida Caroço To start this new season, we couldn't start any better! In this episode, we sit down with Margarida Caroço-NOVA SBE alumni, an economist in the field of international development. We explore: - Her unique career path; - The creation of the alumni database We cover a…

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  10. Connected with Alumni - José Miguel Cerdeira

    🚀S2 E14 - José Miguel Cerdeira In this episode of CONNECTED, we sit down with José Miguel Cerdeira — NOVA SBE alumnus, economist, co-founder of independent podcast producer Bruá. We explore: - His unique career path; - How his time at NOVA shaped his professional journey. We cover a range of...

  11. S2 E12 - António Mendonça - Mercado Interno e Investimento para Crescimento Económico

    🚀S2 E12 - António Mendonça 🎙Neste episódio do CONNECTED, falamos com António Mendonça, professor catedrático no ISEG, bastonário da Ordem dos Economistas e ex-Ministro das Obras Públicas, Transportes e Comunicações. Exploramos: - Comércio internacional; - Mercado interno português…

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  12. Connected with Alumni - João Amador

    🎙️In this episode of CONNECTED, we sit down with João Amador, Deputy Head of the Economics and Research Department at Banco de Portugal and visiting Assistant Professor at Nova SBE. We explore: - His career path and current role at Banco de Portugal; - Nova’s influence on his professional…

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  13. S2 E11- Lidia Pereira - Chips Act, Green transition, AI, EU-US Relations

    📢New Podcast episode alert!🎙🤩 🚀S2 E11 - Lidia Pereira In this episode of CONNECTED, we sit down with Lidia Pereira, Member of the European Parliament to discuss: ✅The Chips Act and its impact on technology ✅The Green Transition and sustainability in Europe ✅The role of AI in shaping the…

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  14. Connected with Alumni - Miguel Faria e Castro

    In this episode, we connect with Miguel Faria e Castro, a former Nova SBE student. Miguel is an economist and economic policy advisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. We talk about his career path and the impact of Nova on his career choice. Then, we address topics such as fiscal policy…

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  15. Connected with Alumni - Daniel Silva and Hugo Marques de Sousa

    In this special episode of Connected, we revisit the experience of two Nec Alumni, Daniel Mugeiro and Hugo Sousa, who will share a bit of their journey through university, the club and much more!

  16. S2E7 part 2: European Federalization

    In this episode, Professor António Rebelo de Sousa, former member of parliament and advisor of the ministry of finance, talk to us about european union: the main cons as the loss of sovereignty, fiscal deficits and its possible frictions, economic disparities between member states. Different type...

  17. S2E7 part 1: European Federalization

    In this episode, Professor António Rebelo de Sousa, former member of parliament and advisor of the ministry of finance, talk to us about european union: an historical introduction, an analysis of main pros (economical, political and stability). Content: Nicolas Gassen, Alberto Mazzola, Leonor...

  18. S2E6 Vítor Bento - Strong Euro, Weak Euro: two cultures,one currency.

    Strong Euro, Weak Euro: two cultures,one currency. A(n) (im)possible coexistence? Is it possible for two different cultures to share the same currency? How? And what would advise it? In this episode, Professor Vitor Bento, an economist at the Bank of Portugal and author of the book "Euro Forte,...

  19. S2E5 Frederico Francisco - Portuguese National Railway

    Portuguese National Railway Plan - Frederico Francisco Last November, the Portuguese Government released the new National Plan for the Railways (Plano Ferroviário Nacional). NEC interviewed the Secretary of State for the Infrastructures, Frederico Francisco, in order to get to know a bit more…

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  20. S2E4 José Tavares - How democracy affects growth

    In times of polarizing opinions and political turmoil, one needs to ask: how does a political regime affect economic growth. In an episode with contrasting perspectives and disruptive questions, we invited Professor José Tavares to shed some light on this topic. Are democracies better for…

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  21. S2E3 Paulo Rodrigues - The Real Estate in Portugal

    Host - Ana Faroleiro Head of Content - Beatriz Amorim Content - Ana Faroleiro and Filipe Ferreira Head of Marketing - Leonor Puga Editor - Manuel Saraiva Lobo

  22. S2E2 Pedro Martins - Four-Day Workweek

    The idea of a Four-Day Workweek has been discussed all over the place. Thus, Nova Economics Club wanted to understand the possible pros and cons of such a new paradigm in the labour market. Therefore, we invited professor Pedro Martins to give us some insights on the evolution of the working…

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  23. S2E1 Cátia Batista - Wave of Ukranian Refugees

    With the war in Ukraine, a big wave of refugees has been reaching all over Europe. What does this wave of migrants have different from the others? Why are Europeans accepting better Ukrainian refugees than other migrants in past conflicts? What is the impact of migrants on the wages of the host...

  24. S1E10 João César das Neves - European Recovery Plan

    In this episode, our host Daniel Fernandes discusses with João César das Neves about some of European Recovery Plan intricacies. Guest - João César das Neves Host - Daniel Fernandes Editor - Daniel Fernandes Content - Danel Fernandes; Adriana Lopes; Stefano Grancini. Head - Hugo Marques de Sousa

  25. Monthly Report - May & June 2021 (Special Edition - Part 2)

    Professors Cátia Batista, Pedro Brinca and Susana Peralta are our special guests in this Monthly Report Episode. In this second part, they discussed the new european migrant crisis, due to the increased number of migrants from Africa trying to reach Europe in May 2021. Don't miss their analysis!...

  26. Monthly Report - May & June 2021 (Special Edition - Part 1)

    Professors Cátia Batista, Pedro Brinca and Susana Peralta are our special guests in this Monthly Report Episode. In this first part, they discussed the Next Generation EU, the recovery plan designed by the EU to tackle COVID-19 crisis. Don't miss their analysis! Guests - Cátia Batista, Pedro…

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  27. S1E9 Pedro Siza Vieira - The Portuguese EU Presidency

    In this episode, Hugo talks with Pedro Siza Vieira, the Portuguese Minister of State for the Economy and Digital Transition, about the Portuguese EU Presidency that finished in the end of June 2021. Host - Hugo Fonseca Head - Hugo Marques de Sousa Editor - Hugo Fonseca Content - Francisco Lhano;...

  28. S1E8 Adalberto Campos Fernandes - European Health Union

    On this episode, our guest, Adalberto Campos Fernandes, former minister of health in Portugal, discussed with Adriana the possibility of the creation of a European Health Union. In these almost 20 minutes, several topics were addressed: Cooperation between EU Member States in health (00:49)...

  29. Monthly Report - April 2021

    In this episode, Francisco Lhano talks with Pedro Queirós, Aleyna Lale (from ConnectING, a club from the University of St Gallen) and Isabel Caldeira about some of the main events of April: US-Turkey Tensions (01:18) COVID-19 in India (12:22) European Super League (20:45) Host - Francisco Lhano...

  30. S1E7 Nuno Crato - Teaching in the Digital Age

    On this episode, our guest, Nuno Crato, former minister of education in Portugal, discussed with Hugo the topic "Teaching in the Digital Age". In these almost 35 minutes, several topics were addressed: Balance on the current digitalisation of education (00:50) Digital vs Paper based reading…

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  31. Monthly Report - March 2021

    Francisco Sales, Ana Marques, João Carvalho and Martim Ramos (from Portfolio Management Club) reported the most relevant economic topics of March 2021: - AstraZeneca Suspension (01:02), - Block in Suez Canal (10:55), - US-Russia tension (19:30). Don't miss their analysis of this month! Guests…

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  32. S1E6 Ricardo Reis - Is a Fiscal Policy Revolution Coming?

    In this episode, Adriana Lopes, the host, discusses with Ricardo Reis some of the intricacies in recent macroeconomic issues, such as the impact of COVID 19 on inflation and private investment, fiscal policy international coordination, possible changes in fiscal policy and the ECB's take on the...

  33. Research Project - Impacts of European Response to Pandemic Crisis

    On this episode, Daniel interviewed Francisco and Margarida to understand some of the conclusions they reached about this topic, as well as the main difficulties they found when doing the research project. This interview was based on a Nova Economics Club's research project, in partnership with...

  34. Monthly Report - February 2021

    Daniel Fernandes, Daniel Silva, Diogo Conceição and Inês Coelho reported the most relevant economic topics of February 2021: Mario Draghi and the new Italian Government (01:04); Online Schooling (09:04); The plan for TAP (18:25). Don't miss their analysis of this month! Guests - Daniel Silva…

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  35. Research Project - Excess Mortality during COVID-19 Pandemic in Portugal

    The year of 2020 was one of the deadliest registered in recent decades. According to Instituto Nacional de Estatística, since the beginning of March, deaths have been superior to homologous periods by 13%. However, was COVID-19 the only direct cause of these deaths? What reasons are behind this...

  36. S1E5 Chris Sainty - Brexit Deal

    On this episode, our guest, Chris Sainty, British Ambassador to Portugal, discussed with Hugo the Brexit deal and its implications. In these almost 30 minutes, several topics were addressed: the UK-EU economic bond (0:15); the future of the UK in NATO alliance (5:32); the impacts on British...

  37. Research Project - Impact of the Change in Carris' Governance Model

    Carris is a Lisbon-based public transportation company with almost 150 years of history, during which it cemented itself as a building block of the city’s transportation network. In 2017, the equity of the company and the public service responsibilities associated to it were transferred to the...

  38. Monthly Report - January 2021

    Hugo, Henrique, Margarida and Tiago reported the most relevant economic topics of January 2021: the third wave of COVID-19 pandemic (01:40); the unusual situation in the Financial Markets (09:55); the effect of the first weeks of Biden Administration (19:20). Don't miss their analysis of this...

  39. S1E4 Pedro Pita Barros - Lessons from COVID-19 to Health Systems

    On this episode, our guest, professor Pedro Pita Barros, explained some of the lessons Health Systems can take from COVID-19. In these 35 minutes, he discussed with Francisco the most important lessons he think we can take from the current pandemic, as well as the differences between European...

  40. S1E3 Pedro Brinca - US Presidential Elections

    On this episode, our guest, professor Pedro Brinca, reflected on the last US Presidential Elections. In these almost 20 minutes, he discussed with Stefano the differences between Trump and a future Biden administration, the answer of financial markets to Biden's election, expected social changes…

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  41. S1E2 Susana Peralta - Unconditional Basic Income

    On this episode, our guest, professor Susana Peralta, reflected on the Unconditional Basic Income. In these almost 30 minutes, she discussed with Francisco the incentives to work with an UBI, the sustainability of this policy and its possible benefits to medium class families, to the most…

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  42. S1E1 Ana Balcão Reis and Catarina Ângelo - Access to Higher Education

    On this episode, our guests, professor Ana Balcão Reis and Catarina Ângelo, reflected on the Access to Higher Education, based on research from Nova SBE Economics of Education Knowledge Center. In these 30 minutes, they covered topics such as the importance of public spending, the advantages and...

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Economics is for all issues, all opinions and all minds. This is economics for all!This is Nova Economics Club's Podcast. We are a group of Nova SBE students that want to make economic discussions accessible to everyone. In the episodes of CONNECTED, we are going to have a range of knowledgeble guests that are going to talk about the most pressing economic issues of our time. Stay CONNECTED!

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