From Abundance to Enshittification: 2025’s Must-Read Economics Books

Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer · Dec 9, 2025 · 31m

This week, Paul and Goldy look back at the most notable economics books of the year. They discuss Ezra Klein and David Thompson’s Abundance, Cory Doctorow’s blistering Enshittification, Thomas Piketty’s new works on inequality, Diane Coyle’s fresh take on GDP, and the overlooked history behind the Garland Fund. Whether you’re hunting for a holiday gift for the wonk in the family or looking to understand the ideas driving today’s political economy, this episode is full of must-reads.

Must-Read Economics Books 2025

Abundance by Ezra Klein and David Thompson

Enshittification: Why Everything…