A primer on how the economic engine works through coordination between savers, investors, consumers, producers, governments, and banks. How hoarding and unfair competition can lead to economic distortions. Topics covered include: How spending and saving are connected including the paradox of thrift How borrowing money can lead to higher income and savings and potentially to bubbles How hoarding differs from investing and why too much hoarding can deprive businesses of … [Read more...]
430: How Should Personal and National Wealth Be Measured?
How we measure wealth, riches, abundance, and well-being is more important today than ever. Topics covered include: How late 18th century philosophers Adam Smith and the Earl of Lauderdale defined wealth and the role of capital. Why they worried about income inequality and excess profits What led to the dramatic increase in life expectancy and wealth in the 20th and 21st centuries How a long life expectancy and well-being can be attained at much lower levels of wealth Why … [Read more...]
267: How Capitalism Gets Off Track
How inequitable business models like those in the gig economy can lead to a financial crisis, more regulation, and doubts about the viability of the free-market system. In this episode you’ll learn: What is the expanded role of corporations according to leading chief executive officers.What is the gig economy.Takeaways from David's recent experience delivering restaurant meals for Doordash including the huge liability many independent delivery drivers are unaware of.Who covers the … [Read more...]
198: Capitalism Is Creation
Why save for retirement if capitalism is going to collapse and/or universal basic income will be available. How Millennials can lead the next work transition. In this episode you’ll learn: Why some Millennials aren't saving for retirement. How artificial intelligence will lead to job losses but won't take over the world. Why capitalism is more creative than state-controlled socialism. Why universal basic income is a bookkeeping problem, not a money problem. Show … [Read more...]
