Paul Seabright, a Professor of Economics at the Toulouse School of Economics and author of 'The Company of Strangers', dives into the complex history of global trade. He discusses how tariffs impact both consumers and workers and examines the evolution of trade from ancient practices to modern complexities. Seabright highlights pivotal moments such as the influence of British colonies and the dark legacy linked to slave trade. He also speculates on the future of trade amid rising digital trends and de-globalisation, sounding a clarion call for awareness in a rapidly changing world.