Tiago Mata - Playing with the History of Economics

Thiago Motta, a research fellow at Cambridge, discusses his role in the Economics Playground blog, its origins, and its transition to the INET website. The blog, started in 2007, serves as a platform for historians of economics to share research and ideas. Thiago's academic journey, including his PhD and postdoc experiences, is highlighted. The collaboration with INET has increased the blog's visibility and allowed for real-time commentary on economic meetings. Thiago's current research focuses on economic journalism across different countries, supported by a grant at Cambridge.

How does Thiago Motta view the relationship between blogging and academic debate?

What challenges does Thiago Motta identify regarding the visibility of dissenting economic views?

What is the focus of Thiago Motta's current research project?