Step beyond the headlines with in-depth, independent analysis from the experts at the Institute for Fiscal Studies. Hosted by IFS Director Helen Miller, this podcast brings you objective insights from the researchers shaping the debate.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
IFS Zooms In: The Economy
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Step beyond the headlines with in-depth, independent analysis from the experts at the Institute for Fiscal Studies. Hosted by IFS Director Helen Miller, this podcast brings you objective insights from the researchers shaping the debate.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
May 28, 2026
The tough fiscal reality facing the UK government
IFS Director Helen Miller interviews FT economics commentator Chris Giles and IFS colleague Max Warner about the UK's tough fiscal reality and its impact on future government policy.
May 21, 2026
Why is UK electricity so expensive?
Helen Miller interviews Dieter Helm and Peter Levell about the complex reasons behind the UK's high electricity prices and potential policy solutions.
May 14, 2026
What Do Councils Actually Do?
IFS Zooms In host Helen Thomas interviews David Phillips from the Institute for Fiscal Studies and Aileen Murphie, honorary Professor at Durham University, exploring what councils do, how they are funded, and the pressures they face.
183 total episodes available with 75 transcripts
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