Don’t click that link – scams on the rise
A listener sent us an alarming email that appeared to come from the ECB. It looked official. It wasn’t. Our host Catherine follows the trail...
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The European Central Bank Podcast – bringing you insights into the world of economics and central banking. Our host, Katie Ranger, talks to experts about the topics and trends that matter to...
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Is Europe falling behind? – In Conversation with Paul Krugman
We often hear that Europe is falling behind. But is it really that simple? Nobel Prize winner Paul Krugman argues that the situation is more...
What 25 years in central banking teach you – In Conversation with Boris Vujčić
He’s spent over two decades in central banking, helped lead Croatia into the euro area and is now the ECB’s Vice-President. In this episode...
President Lagarde presents the latest monetary policy decisions – 10 September 2026
Today our Governing Council decided on monetary policy, determined to ensure that inflation stabilises at our two percent target. Listen to...
Is my money safe?
Salaries, savings, spending – we trust our banks to handle it all. But how do we know our money is really safe? In our latest What the Euro?...
Keeping your money safe – In Conversation with Sharon Donnery
What could wars and cyberattacks mean for your savings? In this episode of Euro Matters, Paul Gordon speaks with Supervisory Board member Sh...
President Lagarde presents the latest monetary policy decisions – 23 July 2026
Today our Governing Council decided on monetary policy. Listen to President Christine Lagarde present today’s decisions. The statement also...
Ask the ECB Forum: AI, money and euro adoption
Why can’t we just print more money? What’s one thing everyone should know about finance? Can universities prepare us for an AI-driven future...
AI and your future – In Conversation with OpenAI’s Ronnie Chatterji
What does AI mean for your job, our economy and Europe’s future? In this episode of Euro Matters, Stefania Secola speaks to Ronnie Chatterji...
Price stability in challenging times
At this year’s ECB Forum on Central Banking in Sintra, Portugal, President Christine Lagarde sat down with central bank heads from the Unite...
Money stress? What can I actually do about it?
Life is getting more expensive – but what can we actually do when our wallets feel the squeeze? In our latest What the Euro?! episode, Emili...
President Lagarde presents the latest monetary policy decisions – 11 June 2026
Today our Governing Council decided on monetary policy. Listen to President Christine Lagarde present today’s decisions. The statement also...
When shocks collide: AI, war and financial stability – In Conversation with John Fell
War in the Middle East, soaring energy prices and upside risks to inflation are clouding the financial stability outlook for the euro area....
Why is my life so expensive?
Catherine’s favourite falafel wrap went from €5 to €7 – and it sent her down a rabbit hole. Join our host as she explores a simple question:...
Bulgaria’s euro changeover: what happened to prices? With Christine Gartner and Ginevra Aguiari
Did prices rise when Bulgaria adopted the euro? Or were fears of inflation misplaced? The numbers tell a clear story. Christine Gartner and...
President Lagarde presents the latest monetary policy decisions – 30 April 2026
Today our Governing Council decided on monetary policy. Listen to President Christine Lagarde present today’s decisions. The statement also...
Will AI steal my job?
AI is everywhere, but does it automatically put your job at risk? In this episode of What the Euro?!, our host Catherine speaks to Laura – E...
The economic fallout of tariffs and war: In Conversation with Christiane Nickel
Tariffs are the highest in a century and the war in Iran has triggered a fresh energy shock. Christiane Nickel explains how uncertainty caus...
President Lagarde presents the latest monetary policy decisions – 19 March 2026
Today our Governing Council decided on monetary policy. Listen to President Christine Lagarde present today’s decisions. The statement also...
What’s up with cash?
Are we really watching cash disappear, or is that just what people on TikTok say? In this episode of What the Euro?!, our host Catherine dig...