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#457 – Jennifer Burns: Milton Friedman, Ayn Rand, Economics, Capitalism, Freedom

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From Mathematics to Economics: A Transformative Journey

This chapter chronicles the evolution of a prominent economist from his academic beginnings in mathematics to his critical stance on traditional economics. It explores the influences of mentors and the socio-economic climate of the Great Depression, as well as the transition from classical economics to marginalism. The discussion highlights key economic theories and figures, emphasizing the ideological conflicts within the field amidst the backdrop of historical crises and reforms.

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