Kathryn Edwards
Kathryn Edwards is a PhD economist, opinion writer, public speaker, podcast host, and freelance economic policy consultant. Her research focuses on labor markets, public policy, and economic inequality.
She is a regular writer on economic and social policy, including a column for Bloomberg, and speaks frequently to public, academic, and media audiences. Beyond traditional media, she creates accessible, educational content on economics and public policy for more than 275,000 followers across social platforms.
She is also the co-founder of Optimist Economy, an educational media nonprofit, where she hosts the flagship eponymous podcast exploring ideas for a more inclusive and humane economy.