Anna Schwartz: The Economist Who Changed How We Study Economies

This Women in History Mini-Series episode with Dr. Victoria Bateman explores the groundbreaking work of Anna Schwartz, a pioneering economist who transformed macroeconomics through data-driven research. Discover how her meticulous analysis of monetary history shaped economic policy and the legacy she left for future generations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Anna Schwartz and Her Impact

01:45 The Historical Context of Economic Data

04:10 Challenges Faced by Women in Economics

06:03 A Monetary History of the United States

09:04 The Methodology of Anna Schwartz

11:46 Legacy and Personal Insights on Anna Schwartz

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