Are Economists Too Pessimistic?: Paying Attention to Scary News

The video discusses the tendency of media to focus on negative news due to its higher engagement and financial incentives. It highlights how economists and investors are often perceived as pessimists, partly due to their financial interests and the nature of their work. The video also touches on the challenges faced by academic economists in publishing research that is both appealing and accurate.

What role do major investors play in shaping economic narratives in the media?

Discuss the implications of economists pushing research that is broadly appealing.