This week on Live Players, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg debate the merit and harms of globalization. They explore the implications of Peter Thiel's views on globalization potentially hindering innovation, and analyze the historical context and current impacts of globalization on innovation, trade, and political stability. They also discuss the resilience and adaptability of different economic policies, the role of regional industries, and the influence of technological advancements on global power dynamics.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

00:28 The debate on globalization

02:21 Economic impacts of globalization

09:01 Historical context of global trade

16:26 Political implications of globalization

22:07 Future of globalization and political centralization

27:33 Sponsor: Brave

28:40 Potential scenarios for World War III

34:46 The rise of network states

44:42 Populism and immigration policies

49:46 Wrap