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Bank of England: Why Simply Simplifying Language Doesn't Make Central Bank Messages 'Get Through' (Explained)
This episode dives into a Bank of England research paper that explores why complex messages from policymakers, like central banks, often fail to 'get through' to the public. We break down the crucial difference between merely simplifying language and addressing the deeper 'conceptual complexity' that truly impedes understanding, even for economics-trained individuals. Learn more about the findings and share your thoughts at feedback@econpod.org after checking out the full paper at https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/working-paper/2023/getting-through-communicating-complex-information. This…
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