Marie Favereau, an Associate Professor of History at Paris Nanterre University, dives into the profound legacy of the Mongol Empire. She unpacks how the Mongols shaped global development, akin to Rome, and facilitated a vibrant entrepreneurial boom across Eurasia. The conversation reveals the complexity of Mongol governance, their innovative military strategies, and the cultural exchanges they fostered. Favereau also discusses the misconceptions around nomadic societies, highlighting the Mongols' dual role as conquerors and effective city builders.