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Publisher: History Meets Finance
2025-09-21The 7-9 Trillion Company Youve Never Heard Of
(00:00) There's this Dutch company. It's around 400 years old and it's outrageously valuable. Think about Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Saudi Aramco, and now combine all of their market value, and you still won't get to the valuation of this 400-year-ol...(00:00) There's this Dutch company. It's around 400 years old and it's outrageously valuable. Think about Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Saudi Aramco, and now combine all of their market value, and you still won't get to the valuation of this 400-year-ol... -
Publisher: Thinkers Forum
2024-11-012008 Financial Crisis Was the Wests 1991 Moment
**(00:00)** In that sense, I'm saying that 2008 was to capitalism what 1991 was to Soviet communism—its end. I don't believe capitalism can be given a new lease on life by the American political establishment. You can see their dysfunction. The fi...**(00:00)** In that sense, I'm saying that 2008 was to capitalism what 1991 was to Soviet communism—its end. I don't believe capitalism can be given a new lease on life by the American political establishment. You can see their dysfunction. The fi... -
Publisher: Robinson Erhardt
2024-10-21Escapism in Politics Avoiding Real Issues Through Trump Biden and Harris
**(00:00)** Trump, Biden, and Kamala Harris are all forms of escapism, distractions from real issues. They serve as a Punch and Judy show, designed to give people something to focus on, like interesting characters hitting each other with sticks, wh...**(00:00)** Trump, Biden, and Kamala Harris are all forms of escapism, distractions from real issues. They serve as a Punch and Judy show, designed to give people something to focus on, like interesting characters hitting each other with sticks, wh... -
Publisher: Chris Hedges Fan Club
2024-10-21The Origins of Neoliberalism Creating Capitals Solution to Democracy
**(00:00)**Â Â Let's begin with the book. As I mentioned before, you're a journalist, so you can write, and the idea of neoliberalism's anonymity is fascinating. I think you're right that it's now accepted as part of the natural order, no longer ...**(00:00)**Â Â Let's begin with the book. As I mentioned before, you're a journalist, so you can write, and the idea of neoliberalism's anonymity is fascinating. I think you're right that it's now accepted as part of the natural order, no longer ... -
Publisher: wonkmonk
2024-08-04Noam Chomsky WAGE SLAVERY
(00:00) Antonio Gramsci, writing from Mussolini's prison cell, was a labor activist focused on self-managed workers' enterprises. He discussed how societies develop ideas and beliefs that support the prevailing power structure, creating a hegemoni...(00:00) Antonio Gramsci, writing from Mussolini's prison cell, was a labor activist focused on self-managed workers' enterprises. He discussed how societies develop ideas and beliefs that support the prevailing power structure, creating a hegemoni... -
Publisher: Chomskys Philosophy
2024-07-25Does Economic Growth Justify the System
(00:01) I I realized that a lot of our economic system you know has a lot of flaws that a lot of problem problems with it you know like rage where that's not particularly pleasant that you know the rich have the big gap between like rich and poor b...(00:01) I I realized that a lot of our economic system you know has a lot of flaws that a lot of problem problems with it you know like rage where that's not particularly pleasant that you know the rich have the big gap between like rich and poor b... -
Publisher: RSA
2024-07-15The Age of Anger
(00:09) okay good afternoon everyone um I'm Anthony painter I'm director of the rsa's action and research center and I'm delighted to welcome you all here today for this um special event and before we begin uh could I ask you to turn your mobile pho...(00:09) okay good afternoon everyone um I'm Anthony painter I'm director of the rsa's action and research center and I'm delighted to welcome you all here today for this um special event and before we begin uh could I ask you to turn your mobile pho... -
Publisher: Lex Fridman
2024-06-24The True Genius of Karl Marx
(00:27) Economist Steve Keen brilliant economy that criticizes much of modern economics the research fellow at The Institute for strategy resilience and security at University College in London he is someone that each and every one of us has to lis...(00:27) Economist Steve Keen brilliant economy that criticizes much of modern economics the research fellow at The Institute for strategy resilience and security at University College in London he is someone that each and every one of us has to lis... -
Publisher: Democracy At Work
2024-04-29Marxs Flaws on State Theory
Exploring the flaws in Marx's work - Due to simplistic cold war discourse, criticisms of Marx were often biased and limited. - Understanding Marx's flaws requires a nuanced examination beyond black-and-white judgments. [02:04] Marx's work not con...Exploring the flaws in Marx's work - Due to simplistic cold war discourse, criticisms of Marx were often biased and limited. - Understanding Marx's flaws requires a nuanced examination beyond black-and-white judgments. [02:04] Marx's work not con... -
Publisher: Eye of The Storm
2024-04-10How power CORRUPTS us!
Exploring Political Ideals with Yanis Varoufakis [00:02] Reject the logic of the Lesser evil to avoid doomed destiny - The vacuum of emptiness in society is filled by toxic cultural values inducing addictive behaviors. - The short-term incentiv...Exploring Political Ideals with Yanis Varoufakis [00:02] Reject the logic of the Lesser evil to avoid doomed destiny - The vacuum of emptiness in society is filled by toxic cultural values inducing addictive behaviors. - The short-term incentiv... -
Publisher: Intelligence Sqaured
2024-01-02Yanis Varoufakis and Brian Eno on Money, Power and a Call to Radical Change
"Yanis Varoufakis and Brian Eno Discuss Money, Power, and Radical Change" [00:11] Discussion about Yanis Varoufakis and Brian Eno's political and philosophical interests - Yanis is a co-founder of DM 25, the democracy in Europe movement 2025, and..."Yanis Varoufakis and Brian Eno Discuss Money, Power, and Radical Change" [00:11] Discussion about Yanis Varoufakis and Brian Eno's political and philosophical interests - Yanis is a co-founder of DM 25, the democracy in Europe movement 2025, and... -
Publisher: Melisssa Splains The Classics
2023-12-31Unlocking the Brilliance of Adam Smith's - The Wealth of Nations -
Melissa, uses a light-hearted tone to describe how Smith's ideas, initially embraced enthusiastically upon publication in 1776, remain relevant and debatable over two centuries later. She emphasizes the dry, challenging nature of Smith's writing, ...Melissa, uses a light-hearted tone to describe how Smith's ideas, initially embraced enthusiastically upon publication in 1776, remain relevant and debatable over two centuries later. She emphasizes the dry, challenging nature of Smith's writing, ... -
Publisher: Michael Sugrue
2023-12-12Adam Smiths Wealth of Nations
Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations" provides a comprehensive overview of Adam Smith's seminal work, "The Wealth of Nations," situating it as a pivotal contribution to social science during the Enlightenment. The lecture highlights Smith's exploration o...Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations" provides a comprehensive overview of Adam Smith's seminal work, "The Wealth of Nations," situating it as a pivotal contribution to social science during the Enlightenment. The lecture highlights Smith's exploration o... -
Publisher: Katie Halper
2023-12-05Richard Wolff On The Injustice Of The American Tax System
Richard Wolff, the speaker in the video, discusses the American tax system, emphasizing its unfairness and the need for reform. He criticizes the current property tax system for unfairly targeting the middle class while exempting stocks and bonds...Richard Wolff, the speaker in the video, discusses the American tax system, emphasizing its unfairness and the need for reform. He criticizes the current property tax system for unfairly targeting the middle class while exempting stocks and bonds... -
Publisher: Democracy At Work
2023-11-13Inequality Undermines Health & Healthcare in the U.S.
A significant part of the program is dedicated to an interview with Professor Steven Bezruchka about the U.S. healthcare system. Wolff discusses the achievements of auto workers in gaining significant wage increases and highlights the broader econ...A significant part of the program is dedicated to an interview with Professor Steven Bezruchka about the U.S. healthcare system. Wolff discusses the achievements of auto workers in gaining significant wage increases and highlights the broader econ... -
Publisher: Channel 4 News
2023-09-30Yanis Varoufakis on the death of capitalism, Starmer and the tyranny of big tech
The UK and Europe are irrelevant in the big tech market, according to a Greek economist. He discusses feudalism and techno feudalism. This is the most insightful analysis on the current state of the world economy and why we need a recalibration of...The UK and Europe are irrelevant in the big tech market, according to a Greek economist. He discusses feudalism and techno feudalism. This is the most insightful analysis on the current state of the world economy and why we need a recalibration of... -
Publisher: Novara Media
2023-07-31The Plan Is To Make You Permanently Poorer
In 2011, while working as a City trader, Gary Stevenson (@garyseconomics) joined the ultra rich with a single bonus cheque. Not long after he was named one of Citibank’s highest performing traders worldwide. Stevenson made millions for his emplo...In 2011, while working as a City trader, Gary Stevenson (@garyseconomics) joined the ultra rich with a single bonus cheque. Not long after he was named one of Citibank’s highest performing traders worldwide. Stevenson made millions for his emplo... -
Publisher: Vox
2022-11-02The messy true story of the last time we beat inflation
The Fed's policies, particularly the increase in interest rates, are a double-edged sword. While intended to cool down inflation by reducing spending and investment, they also have immediate negative effects on the average person. Higher intere...The Fed's policies, particularly the increase in interest rates, are a double-edged sword. While intended to cool down inflation by reducing spending and investment, they also have immediate negative effects on the average person. Higher intere... -
Publisher: Substack
2022-10-28Rumble Launches New One-Hour News and Commentary Show to Combat Censorship
Here are the reasons for launching this new networks. 1. The Growing Censorship Regime: - Censorship extends beyond banning posts or individuals on social media platforms. - Groups funded by the security state, Big Tech, and politically active bill...Here are the reasons for launching this new networks. 1. The Growing Censorship Regime: - Censorship extends beyond banning posts or individuals on social media platforms. - Groups funded by the security state, Big Tech, and politically active bill... -
Publisher: Talks at Google
2022-07-21Democracy at Work: Curing Capitalism
Richard Wolff, an economist and critic of capitalism, discusses the fundamental issues and potential solutions within the capitalist system. He highlights the historical context of capitalism, referencing economists like John Maynard Keynes and Ka...Richard Wolff, an economist and critic of capitalism, discusses the fundamental issues and potential solutions within the capitalist system. He highlights the historical context of capitalism, referencing economists like John Maynard Keynes and Ka... -
Publisher: Thom Hartmann
2022-06-27Whats the difference between capitalism and democracy
(00:00) Richard Wolff joins us for an in-depth discussion. Stick around, hit the notification bell, leave a comment, tell your friends, and subscribe to our channel. You're an economics professor, and with your permission, I'd like to do an econ ...(00:00) Richard Wolff joins us for an in-depth discussion. Stick around, hit the notification bell, leave a comment, tell your friends, and subscribe to our channel. You're an economics professor, and with your permission, I'd like to do an econ ... -
Publisher: Democracy At Work
2022-06-26Political Divides Deepen - inflation education rents gun industry
(00:24) Welcome, friends, to another edition of *Economic Update,* a weekly program focused on the economic dimensions of our lives. I’m your host, Richard Wolff. Today, I’ll discuss the ongoing impact of gun violence, the global consequences of...(00:24) Welcome, friends, to another edition of *Economic Update,* a weekly program focused on the economic dimensions of our lives. I’m your host, Richard Wolff. Today, I’ll discuss the ongoing impact of gun violence, the global consequences of... -
Publisher: Ralph Nader Radio Hour
2022-05-07Ethical Markets w Hazel Henderson
Hazel Henderson, a futurist, economist, and sustainability advocate, critiques conventional economic systems and offers alternative approaches to promote equity and sustainability. As the founder of Ethical Markets Media and co-creator of several ...Hazel Henderson, a futurist, economist, and sustainability advocate, critiques conventional economic systems and offers alternative approaches to promote equity and sustainability. As the founder of Ethical Markets Media and co-creator of several ... -
Publisher: Sant'Egidio
2022-04-12Jeffrey Sachs To save our planet what we must have is the accountability of all for the Common Good
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Publisher: NYTimes
2021-12-24Fighting Inflation Means Taking On Corporations
This opinion piece argues that fighting inflation requires taking on corporations, as their choices largely contribute to rising prices. The author cites historical examples of presidents successfully combating inflation by challenging corporate p...This opinion piece argues that fighting inflation requires taking on corporations, as their choices largely contribute to rising prices. The author cites historical examples of presidents successfully combating inflation by challenging corporate p... -
Publisher: Common Dreams
2021-11-19The Corporate Plan to Murder Medicare Runs Through Medicare Advantage
Hartmann argues that the privatization of Medicare through Medicare Advantage is leading to the destruction of "real Medicare." He highlights the recent increase in Medicare Part B premiums and the rising prices of Medigap policies. Hartmann cla...Hartmann argues that the privatization of Medicare through Medicare Advantage is leading to the destruction of "real Medicare." He highlights the recent increase in Medicare Part B premiums and the rising prices of Medigap policies. Hartmann cla... -
Publisher: Of Two Minds
2021-11-12The Contrarian Trade of the Decade: The Dollar Refuses to Die
This article argues against the consensus belief that the US dollar is doomed to lose its value due to excessive printing of money. The author suggests that the Deep State, which benefits from the dollar's global influence, may intervene to protec...This article argues against the consensus belief that the US dollar is doomed to lose its value due to excessive printing of money. The author suggests that the Deep State, which benefits from the dollar's global influence, may intervene to protec... -
Publisher: CNBC
2021-10-18The wealthiest 10% of Americans own a record 89% of all U.S. stocks
Wealthiest 10% Control Record 89% of U.S. Stocks New Federal Reserve data shows that the top 10% of Americans now own 89% of all U.S. stocks held by households, a record high. This concentration of wealth underscores the stock market’s role in wid...Wealthiest 10% Control Record 89% of U.S. Stocks New Federal Reserve data shows that the top 10% of Americans now own 89% of all U.S. stocks held by households, a record high. This concentration of wealth underscores the stock market’s role in wid... -
Publisher: Common Dreams
2021-10-17A Smiling Sayonara from Private Equitys Pioneers
A story on how private equity is a detriment to American business and its damage to some of the biggest retailers in the nation. They often hollow the companies they invest in, take the profits and leave workers with insurmountable debt!ÂA story on how private equity is a detriment to American business and its damage to some of the biggest retailers in the nation. They often hollow the companies they invest in, take the profits and leave workers with insurmountable debt! -
Publisher: Asia Times
2021-09-099/9 and 9/11, 20 years later
This article reflects on the events of 9/11 and the subsequent war on terror, suggesting that the Taliban had nothing to do with the attacks and Osama bin Laden may not have been the mastermind. It highlights a investigation that links the killing...This article reflects on the events of 9/11 and the subsequent war on terror, suggesting that the Taliban had nothing to do with the attacks and Osama bin Laden may not have been the mastermind. It highlights a investigation that links the killing... -
Publisher: The Intercept
2021-08-29The Great American Science Heist
The story on how the government lost control on the research they paid for and allowed private entities to monopolize and profit from public goods. This is how corporations are benefiting from public funds to enrichThe story on how the government lost control on the research they paid for and allowed private entities to monopolize and profit from public goods. This is how corporations are benefiting from public funds to enrich
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