New Enlightenment The Atlas of Finance with Dariusz Wójcik
In this conversation, Adam Dixon and Professor Darius Wojcik explore the field of financial geography, its distinctions from economic geography, and the importance of mixed methods in understanding financial systems. They discuss the Atlas of Finance, a comprehensive project that visualises financial data and relationships, emphasising the role of qualitative research in uncovering insights that quantitative data alone may miss. The conversation also delves into the definition of finance, its historical context, and the significance of visualisation in presenting financial information. In this conversation, Dariusz Wójcik and Adam Dixon explore the intricate relationships between finance, economics, and the environment, emphasising the historical context of these concepts. They discuss the distinction between economic and financial systems, the implications of socialist economies, and the role of Adam Smith as a financial geographer. The conversation also delves into the surprises encountered in the creation of the Atlas of Finance and the geopolitical tensions shaping the future of finance.
Takeaways
- Financial geography examines the relationship between finance and space.
- Visualisation helps tell stories about financial data.
- Africa is currently the epicentre of financial crises.
- Finance is defined as relationships mediated by money.
- Understanding finance requires a broader definition than just money.
- The Atlas aims to educate and inform about financial systems.
- Everything financial is economic, but not vice versa.
- Financial sanctions have become the sanctions of choice in modern geopolitics.
- The US dollar remains a dominant force in global finance.
- The Atlas of Finance provides a historical perspective on finance's evolution.
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