The narrative that “austerity saved the economy” still floats around in the corridors of Leinster House and occupies much of the mainstream economic commentary. But it’s not true. Joining me for a chat about the current economic model, the truth about austerity and the austerity-by-stealth that most people are enduring now is Economist with NERI, Ciaran Nugent. We had a lot to discuss including the insanity of the growth in working-poor in a booming economy.Don’t miss the podcast with Tom Clonan. Out soon here:patreon.com/tortoiseshack
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