Recording time stamps:
(00:45) Introduction to Kevin Murphy and his latest research
(04:50) The (economic) value of health and longevity
(09:54) Analysis of lives lost vs. economic costs of COVID-19
(21:14) How has lost labor affected the economy?
(26:04) Policies to help prevent the spread of COVID-19
(31:54) A global review of preventative strategies
(38:14) Should we focus on flattening the curve or achieving herd immunity?
(48:23) Guidelines for reopening the economy
(56:09) Finding and assessing reliable information
Additional resources:
- Article from Professor Murphy on the Chicago Booth Review: Some Basic Economics of COVID-19
- Chicago Booth Review: The Impact of COVID-19