Eric Helleiner

Explore the resurgence of Neo-Mercantilism in global economics with insights on influential figures like Henry Kerry's impact on economic ideologies and Ireland's anti-imperialist economic thought. Dive into decentralized banking advocacy and the hidden history of Neomercantilism as a vital third school of thought.

In this engaging discussion, Eric Helleiner, a political science professor at the University of Waterloo and author of "The Neomercantilists: A Global Intellectual History," explores the roots and implications of neo-mercantilism. He reveals how this ideology, stemming from diverse global traditions, challenges the Western-centric narrative of economic history. Helleiner highlights influential figures like Mohadev Govind Ranade in colonial India and examines the resurgence of protectionist policies amid contemporary disillusionment with free trade. A captivating look at how history informs present-day economic thought!