BOE Economicast

Have you ever been involved in an argument on social media with someone that you don't even know? Did you notice that most people tend to be more agressive when debating online? In this episode, our hosts will try to figure out why this happens and whether or not there is a silver lining in this phenomenon.

Economicast is back with Podcast Kasual from @kontekstualcom to talk over an issue about our transportation system. The human population has been utilizing motorized vehicles, or more widely known as automobiles, since late 1800s. As automobiles have been used for a significantly long time, problems with their usage are starting to emerge and it leaves us with the question, "Should we convert to electric vehicles?"

The long awaited collaboration has finally come! In this episode, Economicast along with @kontekstualcom will satisfy your curiosity about today's world population. With rapidly growing population, talks about overpopulation has started to emerge in multiple countries. Stay tuned to this episode to find out if control over population is needed and what actions are necessary to tackle this issue.

In the previous episode, our hosts discussed about nikah muda and they emphasized that before committing yourself into an early marriage, you need to have a sufficient knowledge and preparation. This time, our hosts will elaborate on the knowledge and preparation previously mentioned as a little guidance, especially if you are planning to start a new chapter of your love life.

Are you fed up with studying? No worries, try nikah muda! However, do note that nikah muda comes with its own challenge too. In this episode, our hosts will help you find out if you know what it takes to marry early.

Economicast is finally back with the official host line-up! In this episode, our hosts will discuss a topic that has been endlessly debated in Indonesia, legalizing prostitution. Our hosts will uncover the pros and cons of legalizing prostitution in our country and share some new perspectives regarding the issue.

Entertainment comes with a range of themes, some even includes extremities like violence and gore. In this episode, Rico, Oliver, and a new face, Daffa will disscuss about extremities in entertainment media and whether or not they are necessary.

How has your experience with romance been? Has it been making you feel like you’re the main character of a rom-com movie? Or are you still looking for some rom-com movie moments in your life? Well, we can help you with that!

Do you worship regularly or pray only when you need something? Have you ever thought about who God really is and why you should worship Him?

To all freshmen of class of 2021, welcome! We bet you are super excited to start your new journey as a college student. As you will have your orientation and first semester online, some of you might be curious of how college life was like before pandemic. Hence, our hosts (and a very special guest!) will share their experience when studying offline at Universitas Indonesia.

The final exam period is near! In this episode, Rico, Eja, and Kinasha will rant about studying for exams, coping with online classes, free-riders, and share some tips on how to overcome those challenges. We wish you all the best luck!

Lately, bicycle communities raise concern among other road users as they often come in groups and block other vehicle’s way. A while ago, a photo of a motorcycle rider pointing his middle finger at a group of bicyclists went viral. Thus, in this episode, Eja and Kinasha will argue to decide which of them is truly at fault.

The word 'sorry' is supposed to be used to express regret for doing or saying things that you shouldn't. But do you think that is the solitary purpose of saying 'sorry'? Have you ever thought that instead of enunciating guilt, people say 'sorry' only because they're supposed to? In this episode, our hosts will uncover another perspective on saying 'sorry' and why do they think it has drifted away from its initial purpose. 

You might have heard a saying that goes “age is just a number” while having a conversation about age gap in a romantic relationship. Sure, you can’t just handpick a person to love, it depends on how you feel about them. But do you know that the likelihood of divorce increases as age gap widens? Have you considered that it’s unethical if a 21-year-old dates a 16-year-old child? Join us to talk through this topic only on this episode.

Every person might have experienced laziness at least once in their lives. One thing you should know about being lazy, is that it's different from procrastination and idleness.  Procrastinating essentially means to postpone a task but you still get it done at the end of the day. Meanwhile, idleness simply means that you don't do anything because there is nothing to be done! Either way, the society deems this kind of behavior unacceptable. Do you think there is a reasonable explanation to think otherwise?

Are you someone who can never say no to a favor? Do you always feel like you need to be kind to everyone to be accepted in the society? If you answer these two questions with \"Yes\", then you might have developed what we call a \"Good Girl Syndrome\". Rico, Eja, and Kinasha will further untangle some issues regarding this syndrome only on this episode. \r\n

Peer pressure is something that practically always exists among adolescents. It urges you to fit into a certain group of people and being a part of it makes you feel significant. Peer pressure also occurs to college students, especially when it comes to their involvement in organizations. Rico and Eja will further discuss about peer pressure and to what extent does it come off as ‘healthy’, only on this episode.\r\n

Having imagination is common among humans as we have our own thoughts and ability to form new ideas in our minds. Sometimes, imagination brings us comfort when reality fails to fulfill our expectations. In this episode, our hosts will discuss about imaginary relationships and why people find it bizarre.\r\n

Starting a romantic relationship might not be easy for many people, it takes time and effort to bloom and prosper. You\'re probably thinking that ending a relationship is as hard as starting it, or even harder at times. But worry not, there is a super easy way to end your relationship. Just ghost your partner!\r\n

Have you ever gotten yourself into a conversation where your partner kept changing the focus to themself? Or are you someone who doesn't know how to listen properly when someone's talking to you? In this episode, Rico, Eja, and Kinasha will talk over these interrelated problems while practicing how to become a great listener. Make sure to listen to this episode til the very end as you may gain some insights that can help you maintain a more enjoyable conversation!