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.

In this insightful discussion, guests Achike Chude, a cocoa trade advocate, Chernoh Bah, an expert on the cocoa industry's impact, and Bart Van Besien, a critical voice on cocoa exploitation, explore the dark legacy of colonialism in the global chocolate market. They highlight the ongoing inequities faced by cocoa farmers in West Africa, tackle the pressing challenges of climate change, and shed light on the emotional turmoil of economic migration. The conversation underscores the stark contrast between corporate profits and the struggles of local communities.

Join Donella Meadows, an environmental scientist who co-authored 'The Limits to Growth', and her husband Dennis Meadows, a systems thinker, along with global visionary Aurelio Peccei and inventor Jay Forrester. They dive into the urgent critique of endless economic expansion on our finite planet. Explore the historical context of their groundbreaking study, the impact of rapid population growth, and the critical need for sustainability. They challenge current capitalist ideologies and advocate for a new economic paradigm that harmonizes human prosperity with ecological limits.

In a thought-provoking discussion, Esteban Kelly, an economic justice advocate, joins Josh Bivens, an economist, Malaika Jibali, a social activist, and cultural commentator Evan Caldwell. They explore the disillusionment of younger generations with capitalism, sparked by the 2008 financial crisis. The group reflects on pivotal moments like the Battle in Seattle and the rise of Occupy Wall Street, highlighting grassroots movements that challenge economic inequities. They also discuss the need for exploring alternatives to capitalism.

Nancy MacLean, a historian focused on democracy and economic inequality, joins Edward Balleisen, an expert in regulation history, economist Brad DeLong, corporate responsibility advocate Marjorie Kelly, and policy analyst Oren Cass. They unravel how neoliberalism has shaped the perception of a rigged economy, dissecting its origins and Reagan's lasting legacy. The discussion explores labor disparities, financialization's role in wealth inequality, and the impact of globalization on American jobs, uncovering the complex threads of economic dissatisfaction in contemporary society.

Author and historian Eric Rauchway and economist Brad DeLong delve into the nuanced history of capitalism post-World War II, discussing the shift in power balance, the '30 glorious years' of prosperity, and the influence of various individuals on shaping the economic system. They explore topics such as stock speculation in the 1920s, the impacts of the Great Depression, and the fall of the Iron Curtain on economies and ideologies. The podcast highlights the complexities of capitalism, labor income distribution, and the importance of societal considerations in economic systems.

Experts in American history, economics, and the impact of capitalism discuss the rise of a new capitalist order in the United States. They explore how the country overtook its parent in wealth, the economic motivations of the American Revolution, the ruthless capitalists of the Gilded Age, the accelerated rate of technological progress, and the impact of the Industrial Revolution on society.

Discover the historical roots of capitalism through Enlightenment thinkers like Spinoza and Smith. Explore the shift in mindset towards wealth accumulation, liberalism, and democracy. Unveil Adam Smith's complex philosophy beyond the 'invisible hand,' advocating for fair markets and government intervention. Dive into the evolution of capitalism through firms and the dual nature of innovation and inequality.

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.

Guests Karen Dempsey, Ben Jervis, and Eleanor Janega discuss the transition from feudalism to capitalism in the British Isles of the Middle Ages. They explore topics like the origins of capitalism, life in medieval cities, London's prosperity in the 14th century, the Peasants' Revolt, and spending habits of the wealthy.