Philip J. Stern
Associate professor of History at Duke University. Focuses on the legal, political, intellectual, and business histories that shaped the British Empire.
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Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 4min
Quinn Slobodian and Philip J. Stern on Political Economy
Quinn Slobodian, a Wellesley College history professor and author of 'Crack-Up Capitalism,' teams up with Philip J. Stern, an associate professor at Duke University known for 'Empire, Incorporated.' They delve into the roles of corporations in shaping governance and democracy, highlighting the East India Company's nuanced history. The conversation unpacks 'archipelago capitalism' and critiques oversimplified narratives of colonialism, examining how imaginative economic theories influence real-world practices and state power dynamics.
Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 4min
Quinn Slobodian and Philip J. Stern on Political Economy
In this engaging conversation, Quinn Slobodian, a historian known for his insights into neoliberalism, and Philip J. Stern, an authority on the British Empire's legal and business histories, delve into the complexities of political economy. They unpack Adam Smith's theories while revealing how corporations shaped imperial governance. Discussions also focus on Slobodian's critique of capitalism's fragmentation and the repercussions for global politics today. Together, they shed light on the enduring influences of history on contemporary economic structures.
