Economic experts and historians discuss the origins of capitalism, from colonial conquest to the privatization of land in Europe. Topics include the Atlantic Slave Trade, racial capitalism, and peasant uprisings against forced land separation.

In this enlightening discussion, Lutz Schwenke, Jordi Llatje i Espinal, Marjorie Kelly, Oren Cass, Jayati Ghosh, John Fullerton, and Rick Alexander share insights on reforming capitalism. They tackle pressing issues like the need for sustainable practices and ethical banking. The conversation highlights innovative approaches to corporate responsibility and critiques monopolistic tech trends. It urges a shift from profit-maximizing to sustainable capitalism, emphasizing a focus on long-term investments that prioritize both community and environmental health.

Jayati Ghosh, Professor of economics at the Jawaharlal Nehru University, discusses the lack of planning for the millions near the breadline in India's lockdown. The podcast explores the devastating impact of lockdown measures in developing countries and the urgent need for coordinated solutions to support essential services. Experts analyze the long-term effects of COVID-19 on poverty, malnutrition, and government responses in nations like Pakistan and Brazil.