Migration Talks: Who Stays, Who Returns? What Ukrainians and other refugees do after forced migration
In this episode, Panu Poutvaara (ifo Center for Migration and Development Economics) and Damla Buyuktaskin (UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency) discuss what happens after displacement: who returns, who stays, and why?Focusing on Ukrainian refugees and broader global contexts, they discuss what influences return intentions, how host countries support (or hinder) integration, and the challenges of creating long-term solutions for displaced populations. From access to work and education to regional legal frameworks, this conversation lists difficult choices faced by millions.Resources mentioned in the episode:📄 Study: The Effect of Conflict on Ukrainian Refugees’ Return Intentions and Integration Outcomes (Poutvaara et al.) 🌐 UNHCR Programs: https://www.unhcr.org Stay connected:🌐 Online: rfberlin.com🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/rockwool-foundation-berlin🐦 X/Twitter: @RF_Berlin🎥 YouTube: youtube.com/@RFBerlin
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Migration Talks: Securing borders to secure votes? Public perception and EU Migration Policy
In this episode, Christian Dustmann (UCL, RFBerlin) and Tommaso Frattini (University of Milan, RFBerlin) discuss the politics of EU border control. As headlines increasingly focus on “securing borders,” they ask: Are these efforts really addressing the underlying challenges, or are they shaped more by public perception and political pressure?From shifting migration routes to policy trade-offs between security and economic needs, this conversation offers timely insights into one of Europe’s most debated topics.Resources mentioned in the episode:📘 Global Migration Information Dashboard📄 "Border Policies and Unauthorized Flows" by Francesca Fasani & Tommaso Frattini Stay connected:🌐 Online: rfberlin.com🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/rockwool-foundation-berlin🐦 X/Twitter: @RF_Berlin🎥 YouTube: youtube.com/@RFBerlin
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9. Handbook Talk with Suresh Naidu: How do unions affect wages and inequality?
In this podcast episode dedicated to the new edition of the Handbook of Labor Economics, Professor Suresh Naidu from Columbia University discusses the recent resurgence of union power, for example, in the context of the successful United Auto Workers (UAW) strike in 2023. The conversation highlights several key points with policy implications: Do unions affect inequality? How effective is union membership? Do they protect the rights and the benefits of union members, or do they have spillover effects in the rest of the labour market? Professor Naidu takes a historical perspective and discusses the shift in the balance of power between employers and workers over the 20th century, up to the post-COVID era, characterized by a tight labour market and high corporate profits. He argues that the spillover effects of union-negotiated contracts can raise wages even for non-union workers, suggesting that a stronger union presence could be a tool for addressing income inequality on a broader scale. Stay connected:🌐 Online: rfberlin.com🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/rockwool-foundation-berlin🐦 X/Twitter: @RF_Berlin🎥 YouTube: youtube.com/@RFBerlin
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8. Handbook Talk with Stephen Machin: How does crime impact the economy and society?
In this podcast episode dedicated to the new edition of the Handbook of Labor Economics, Professor Stephen Machin from the London School of Economics discusses the recent advances in the Economics of Crime. What are the economic consequences of crime on society? What is the impact of crime on victims? Professor Machin illustrates how better administrative data has helped quantify the labour market and psychological effects of crime and has shown how such effects are long-lasting. Improved estimates of the costs of crime can inform more effective policy decisions, potentially guiding the prioritization of resource allocation for crime reduction. Stay connected:🌐 Online: rfberlin.com🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/rockwool-foundation-berlin🐦 X/Twitter: @RF_Berlin🎥 YouTube: youtube.com/@RFBerlin
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7. Handbook Talk with Kathryn Shaw: What do managers do, how do they do it, and what is their impact on productivity?
In this podcast episode dedicated to the new edition of the Handbook of Labor Economics, Professor Katherine Shaw from Stanford Graduate School of Business discusses the recent advances in Personnel Economics and, in particular, the role of managers. What do managers do, how do they do it, and what is their impact on workers’ productivity? She explains that good managers can significantly boost team productivity, equivalent to adding an extra team member. Her research highlights that effective management is crucial for employee retention and satisfaction, especially during economic downturns. Stay connected:🌐 Online: rfberlin.com🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/rockwool-foundation-berlin🐦 X/Twitter: @RF_Berlin🎥 YouTube: youtube.com/@RFBerlin
Welcome to the RFBerlin Podcast Series presented by the ROCKWOOL Foundation Berlin. This series is dedicated to disseminating cutting-edge research on the economy, society and the welfare state to members of the academic community and beyond. In each episode of the RFBerlin Podcast series, we invite leading scholars and experts to discuss the key challenges facing labour markets and wage earners across the globe. Join us to hear these experts discuss recent economic trends, new technologies, outsourcing, migration and what governments can do to mitigate instability and more.Our podcast brings you up to date on the latest empirical research without any complicated mathematical formulas or data sets. Whether at home, at the office or on the road, we look forward to welcoming you wherever you choose to listen!
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