CIENxCIEN (one hundred percent) is a podcast on the latest economic, technological and social developments, brought to you by people working at the Banco de España. We want to throw open our doors and tell you about what we do, how we do it and the impact it has on your day-to-day life.
These down-to-earth yet rigorous podcasts will blend the simplicity of conversations between colleagues with the professionalism of our work in different areas, placing all our expertise at your disposal.
24/07/2026
We handle banknotes all the time, yet we seldom pause to think about what lies behind – and within – them. In this episode we discover how today’s banknotes are designed, through a process that combines art, technology, science and even psychology to create something as familiar as it is indispensable. Because a banknote is not defined by its face value alone: it also stands for trust, identity, and much more besides.
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24/07/2026
Banknotes: where art meets technology Series: Economy
We handle banknotes all the time, yet we seldom pause to think about what lies behind – and within – them. In this episode we discover how today’s banknotes are designed, through a process that combines art, technology, science and even psychology to create something as familiar as it is indispensable. Because a banknote is not defined by its face value alone: it also stands for trust, identity, and much more besides.
History
11/02/2026
The library’s (special) value: facts vs falsehoods Series: Inside the Bank
Did you know that what is often considered the very first piece of fake news claimed there were people living on the Moon? Misinformation is nothing new and although we may no longer fall for stories like this one from 1835, we are still surrounded by false claims dressed up to sound convincing. So how do we cut through them? Welcome to the Library, a place where every resource is chosen with care and packaged with a sprinkle of critical thinking. Just what we need to get our bearings.
History
13/10/2025
The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics: how technological innovation drives economic growth
The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics has been awarded to Professors Mokyr, Aghion and Howitt. Their analysis explains why economic growth only took off after the industrial revolution. The resulting social and economic environment prompted a cascade of innovations and speeded up growth. A timely award just when that environment seems to be changing.
10/10/2025
The Banco de España opens its doors: a journey through the art and architecture of a time-honoured institution Series: Treasures of the Banco de España
The Banco de España is opening its doors to you if you are keen to explore the history, architecture and art collection of this institution dating back more than 200 years. Join us for guided tours of the building.
01/10/2025
The hidden treasures of the Banco de España Series: Heritage, Inside the Bank
When people think about the treasures the Banco de España keeps within its walls, their first thought is often the gold stored in its vaults. But some riches are not kept underground, as their value lies in being on display for people to enjoy: they are the treasures belonging to our art collection. Join us in getting to know these treasures and explore part of our history with Yolanda Romero, curator of the Banco de España’s heritage and collections. Discover how art and society advance hand in hand.
History
25/09/2025
Centuries of history on the page. Conserving our heritage at the Banco de España Library Series: Treasures of the Banco de España
Imagine you’re reading a book that dates back 500 years. How has it managed to survive wars, fires, floods and centuries of use? Largely thanks to the efforts of libraries like ours at the Banco de España.
06/08/2025
The Banco de España’s Historical Archive: a chronicle of our past Series: Treasures of the Banco de España
The Banco de España’s Historical Archive is one of the best-preserved bank archives in the world. It safeguards millions of documents dating back to 1782 and oversees our remarkable collection of banknotes and coins. It is an indispensable source of information about Spain’s modern history and is increasingly accessible to the public.
07/05/2025
“Cash, please” Series: Efectivo
Money was invented almost 3,000 years ago and plays a central role in our daily lives. We can use it to find out how much goods and services cost and to pay for things, or we can saveit, as it conserves its value over time. We have various means of payment at our disposal, but we still love banknotes and coins. Grab your headphones and learn about cash and why it is so important.
History
14/10/2024
The 2024 Nobel Prize: institutional quality boosts economic growth Series: Focus. Research Videoblog
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics has been awarded to Professors Acemoglu, Johnson and Robinson for their work on how the strength of institutions shapes the relative prosperity of nations. Their message is especially relevant today as institutional quality is declining worldwide.
04/07/2024
The value of an exhibition: “Photographic Archive. Banco de España. From Albumen to Pixel" Series: Treasures of the Banco de España
The Banco de España’s Historical Archive preserves the Bank’s institutional memory from 1782 to the present day. Part of the Archive’s photographic collection, which contains some 25,000 images, is now on display at our Madrid headquarters until 20 July 2024.
