Planet Money Summer School History 8: Big ideas and life lessons from Marx, Keynes and Smith and more
Aug 28, 2024
Join economic titans Adam Smith, a founder of capitalism; Karl Marx, the critiquer of capitalist society; and John Maynard Keynes, pioneer of macroeconomic thought, as they delve into vital lessons from economics. They discuss the dual narratives of human progress and environmental crisis over the last fifty years. From food security advancements to the fight for social justice, each guest brings valuable insights on wealth disparity and innovative economic theories, making it a journey through history and philosophy.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Economic History: Progress vs. Destruction
03:31 • 2min
Human Impact and Environmental Challenges
05:12 • 4min
Food Security and Economic Thought
08:47 • 8min
Marx, Socialism, and Social Justice
16:57 • 7min
Economic Insights from Great Thinkers
24:18 • 4min
Joan Robinson and Labor Economics
28:12 • 7min