

#33 Sam Levey: How Uncle Sam Paid For World War II (part 2)
Oct 9, 2019
In this engaging conversation, Sam Levey, a scholar focusing on Modern Monetary Theory, dives into his research on how the U.S. financed World War II. He unveils the shift from the gold standard, dissecting misconceptions around war bonds and government spending. Sam explains the implications of MMT on current economic policies, including Universal Basic Income and job guarantees, and emphasizes the importance of empathy across political divides. His insights offer a fresh perspective on fiscal policy and community activism in shaping our economic future.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Intro
00:00 • 4min
Economic Lessons from WWII: MMT Insights
04:01 • 22min
Understanding Modern Monetary Theory and Its Implications
25:45 • 15min
Empathy as a Bridge Across Political Divides
41:06 • 3min
Exploring UBI and Job Guarantee within MMT
44:03 • 23min
Reimagining Global Economics Through MMT
01:07:28 • 10min
Building Community and Activism through Deficit Owls
01:17:43 • 3min
Engaging the Community in MMT Discussions
01:20:13 • 2min