28min chapter

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E100: Marc Andreessen: How 2016 Broke My Mental Model of the World

"Upstream" with Erik Torenberg

CHAPTER

Shifts in Governance and Capitalism

This chapter critically examines the evolution of political and economic paradigms since World War II, highlighting a contrast between nostalgic views of the past and the systemic injustices that persisted. It explores the emergence of a professional managerial class, the implications of managerialism on corporate governance, and the influence of major investment firms on business practices. The discussion also addresses recent changes in corporate leadership styles and the societal roles of the billionaire class, questioning accountability and the future of capitalist structures.

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