Economics Expert Breaks Down The Most Important Materials

Welcome to another captivating episode on our YouTube channel! Today, we have a special treat for you as we sit down with the brilliant Ed Conway, a prominent figure in economics and journalism. In the 1980s, Ed Conway's journey began near Oxfordshire, where his love for economics and journalism flourished. After studying English at Oxford University, he earned a scholarship to Harvard, where he pursued his master's degree. Armed with degrees from two of the world's finest institutions, Ed returned to the UK, stepping into the role of correspondent for the Daily Mail. Ed's career soared as he became the Economics Editor for both The Daily Telegraph and the Sunday Telegraph. During this time, he achieved a significant milestone by publishing his first book, "50 Economics Ideas You Really Need to Know," which received critical acclaim and was translated into an impressive 13 languages. In 2011, Sky News recognized Ed's exceptional talents, appointing him as their first-ever Economics Editor. Fast forward 12 years, and Ed is still a prominent figure at Sky, having recently released a new book—a personal favorite of ours this year. But don't just take our word for it. Ed's latest book has garnered widespread recognition, earning the title of Book of the Year by The Times, Financial Times, Economist, New Statesman, and BBC Radio 4 Book Of The Week. The praise doesn't stop there, with reviews from notable figures such as Tim Marshall, author of "Prisoners Of Geography," and Peter Frankopan, author of "The Silk Roads." Join us as we delve into Ed Conway's incredible insights into economics and his ability to convey complex ideas in a truly fascinating way. If you're a fan of compelling narratives and surprising revelations, this episode is not to be missed! 🔗 Connect with us: Instagram: @jimmysjobs Twitter: @jimmysjobs LinkedIn: Jimmy Mcloughlin OBE Website: jobsofthefuture.co Credits: Executive Producer / Host: Jimmy McLoughlin OBE Producer: Sunny Winter 0:00 - Intro 1:26 - Origin Story Behind the Book 6:25 - The Grains: Salt and Sand 13:05 - How Glass Improved Productivity 17:20 - World War, German Rubber and Binoculars 22:39 - Where is the Future of Materials? 28:32 - The Overhangs of Past Revolutions 29:33 - Is Luck a Factor? 35:32 - Why Don’t We Recognise the Importance of Materials? 41:50 - The Importance of Copper 42:56 - Novelty Bias in the Material World 45:53 - The Innate Need for Humans to Make Things 51:54 - A Material World’s Aspect of AI 54:24 - What Would You Be Doing With Your Career Now If You Were in Your 20’s? 57:45 - Why Did Britain Lead the Industrial Revolution? 1:02:45 - “Taking the Piss” 1:06:55 - Why Alum is so Important 1:10:06 - World Leaders 1:13:03 - Advice for Aspiring Economists and Journalists 1:14:42 - Resources for Aspiring Economists and Journalists 1:17:33 - Don’t Bluff 1:23:46 - From Chile to China 1:24:33 - Substack and Additional Books? 1:25:01 - Quick Fire Questions 1:25:49 - Favourite Podcast 1:26:23 - Best Way of Getting a Job at Sky 1:27:25 - What’s Your Other Dream Job? 1:28:26 - What’s Riskier to Humanity? AI or Pandemics? 1:28:44 - Was There a Seventh Material? 1:29:48 - Inspiration 1:31:05 - The Sector the UK Should Focus on