Economists Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson discuss the consequences of the dollar system after de-linking from gold, including dollar hegemony, quantitative easing, and the euro. They also explore the impacts of Volcker, Reaganomics, and financialization on the US economy, as well as the effects of deindustrialization and leveraged buyouts. Additionally, they discuss the shift to finance capitalism, the 2008 crisis, and the role of the dollar system in it.

Political economists Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson discuss the fracturing international order between the NATO/West bloc and the Global Majority, analyzing Israel's war on Gaza, Ukraine's defeat in the proxy war against Russia, and the rise of the far-right in Argentina and Europe.

Radhika Desai, a political economist focused on debt politics, joins Michael Hudson, a financial systems expert, to unpack how wealth flows from the poor to the rich. They delve into the political dynamics of debt, especially during conflict, and explore the IMF's role in failing nations like Ukraine. The conversation highlights historical roots of war debts and the concept of financial colonialism in Latin America, emphasizing the need for new approaches to debt management that prioritize national sovereignty and equitable solutions.

Political economists Radhika Desai, Michael Hudson, and Ann Pettifor discuss how the international financial system traps Global South countries in debt, reinforcing a neocolonial system. They explore the impact of the global financial system on developing countries, the role of debt in global power dynamics, the emergence of alternative financial structures, and the need for rethinking the global financial system. They also discuss the rise of fascism and the choice between fascism and socialism as societies face the failure of liberalism.

Radhika Desai, a political economist, Michael Hudson, an expert on international economic relations, and geopolitics scholar Glenn Diesen dive into NATO's escalating misconceptions about Russia and China. They discuss the fallout from NATO's approach in Ukraine and the lessons learned from the West's failures. The trio examines Europe's challenges in realigning strategies amidst nuclear risks, the failure of military-centric policies, and advocates for a diplomatic resolution over aggression, highlighting the urgent need for a reassessment of alliances and foreign objectives.

Radhika Desai, a political economist, teams up with Robert C. Hockett, a legal scholar, to dive into the world of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and their implications. They discuss how CBDCs could democratize finance, while also examining Wall Street's strong opposition. The duo explores the controversial benefits of Sweden's e-krona, the vital need for privacy in digital finance, and the historical purpose of the Federal Reserve. They question the U.S. banking system's current focus and advocate for reforms that prioritize public interests.

Economists Radhika Desai & Michael Hudson discuss the decline of US hegemony, explore the rise of a multipolar world, and highlight the contest between imperialism and anti-imperialism in international relations. They also delve into the economic structures of post World War II United States, the implications of the US debt bubble, and China's success in managing debt through their socialist system.

Political economist Radhika Desai discusses how corporations have overtaken Western governments. Topics include neoliberalism myths, corporate power dynamics, pseudo civic neoliberalism, influence on globalization, and industrial policies in response to China's rise.

Radhika Desai, a political economist specializing in geopolitical economy, and Michael Hudson, an economist focused on debt and financial systems, delve into the Federal Reserve's role in inflation. They critique the Fed's prioritization of asset price bubbles over the needs of average workers. The discussion also highlights how rising interest rates are making housing less affordable and worsening wealth inequality. Desai and Hudson argue for a reevaluation of the narrative around inflation, emphasizing the real financial struggles many Americans face.

Political economists Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson discuss how Western governments prioritize warmongering over democratic values to expand their proxy war against Russia. They explore the historical context of conflicts, the shift towards cooperative diplomacy, and concerns about nuclear war risks.