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Publisher: Double Down News
2025-01-12How Billionaires Took Over The World
(00:00) There's a widespread myth which says that if only we can get rid of the Republicans get rid of the Toies get rid of these right-wing forces we can relax back into normality and that normality is a democratic progressive state. The democratic...(00:00) There's a widespread myth which says that if only we can get rid of the Republicans get rid of the Toies get rid of these right-wing forces we can relax back into normality and that normality is a democratic progressive state. The democratic... -
Publisher: Red Pen
2024-12-15A Marxist Analysis of 20th Century U-S- Capitalism
(00:02)Â This chart from the Bureau of Labor Statistics measures two trends. The orange line represents productivity, or the total value of goods and services produced by U.S. industry. The red line represents worker compensation, or the total wages...(00:02)Â This chart from the Bureau of Labor Statistics measures two trends. The orange line represents productivity, or the total value of goods and services produced by U.S. industry. The red line represents worker compensation, or the total wages... -
Publisher: Danny Szlauderbach
2024-08-15What the Hell America
(00:17) So, let me tell you a little about myself. I set out years ago to be a historian, but as time passed, I ended up starting a literary magazine, working as a newspaper columnist, and writing several books. I tackled various subjects like ro...(00:17) So, let me tell you a little about myself. I set out years ago to be a historian, but as time passed, I ended up starting a literary magazine, working as a newspaper columnist, and writing several books. I tackled various subjects like ro... -
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: peacedozer
2024-07-07A History of Central Banking and the Enslavement of Mankind
A history of Central Banking and the enslavement of mankind by Steven Mitford Goodson. Chapter one: How usury destroyed the Roman Empire. "Money being naturally Barren to make it breed money is preposterous and a perversion from the end of its inst...A history of Central Banking and the enslavement of mankind by Steven Mitford Goodson. Chapter one: How usury destroyed the Roman Empire. "Money being naturally Barren to make it breed money is preposterous and a perversion from the end of its inst... -
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: CUNY Graduate Center
2024-01-16Exploring Inequality: Capital in the Twenty-First Century
Professor Piketty's work and the topic of inequality are of great interest and importance. - The event reflects the institution's commitment to evidence-based debate and understanding public concerns. - The Graduate Center is at the center of advan...Professor Piketty's work and the topic of inequality are of great interest and importance. - The event reflects the institution's commitment to evidence-based debate and understanding public concerns. - The Graduate Center is at the center of advan... -
Publisher: TED
2023-12-04Stephanie Kelton: The big myth of government deficits
The pandemic highlighted deficits in the economy and governments took extraordinary actions without raising taxes. The right question is whether things are worth doing. Modern Monetary Theory explains how fiat currency works. [00:13] Covid highli...The pandemic highlighted deficits in the economy and governments took extraordinary actions without raising taxes. The right question is whether things are worth doing. Modern Monetary Theory explains how fiat currency works. [00:13] Covid highli... -
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: Best Documentary
2023-10-30The Spider's Web: Britain's Second Empire - The Secret World of Finance
The Spider’s Web: Britain's Second Empire, is shows how Britain transformed from a colonial power into a global financial power. At the demise of empire, City of London financial interests created a web of offshore secrecy jurisdictions that capt...The Spider’s Web: Britain's Second Empire, is shows how Britain transformed from a colonial power into a global financial power. At the demise of empire, City of London financial interests created a web of offshore secrecy jurisdictions that capt... -
Publisher: Al Jazeera
2023-10-24Yanis Varoufakis on why we should - let the banks burn
A banking crisis sparked by the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has had a knock-on effect on major banks worldwide. Economist Yanis Varoufakis proposes decoupling payment systems from credit intermediation to stabilize the banking system. Priva...A banking crisis sparked by the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has had a knock-on effect on major banks worldwide. Economist Yanis Varoufakis proposes decoupling payment systems from credit intermediation to stabilize the banking system. Priva... -
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: Novara Media
2023-07-31Corporations Control Our Governments: Here is How
The book's author discusses how aid often benefits the rich and corporations, and how private business can undermine democracy. [00:00] Corporations have been designed to benefit the richest people in the world. - Aid is not benefiting the poor, bu...The book's author discusses how aid often benefits the rich and corporations, and how private business can undermine democracy. [00:00] Corporations have been designed to benefit the richest people in the world. - Aid is not benefiting the poor, bu... -
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: 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: Common Dreams
2022-03-03Jaw-Dropping: Wall Street Bonuses Have Soared 1,743% Since 1985
Wall Street bonuses have increased by 1,743% since 1985, according to a new analysis. If the federal minimum wage had grown at the same rate, it would currently be $61.75 an hour instead of $7.25. The average bonus for Wall Street employees hit a ...Wall Street bonuses have increased by 1,743% since 1985, according to a new analysis. If the federal minimum wage had grown at the same rate, it would currently be $61.75 an hour instead of $7.25. The average bonus for Wall Street employees hit a ... -
Publisher: substack
2021-12-16Psst: You want to know the truth about inflation?
The actions taken by the Fed, as described, might be seen as benefiting Wall Street more than Main Street. Raising interest rates and slowing the economy can hurt workers by limiting job growth and wage increases, impacting the broader economy tha...The actions taken by the Fed, as described, might be seen as benefiting Wall Street more than Main Street. Raising interest rates and slowing the economy can hurt workers by limiting job growth and wage increases, impacting the broader economy tha... -
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: Democracy Now!
2020-01-16Trumps tax policy gifted 18 Billion dollars to big banks
This is an obvious example of Republican socialism. Using the power of government to transfer wealth from people to big corporations. This is what we must fight. Most of us are victims of this wealth transfer:A Bloomberg analysis revealed that six ...This is an obvious example of Republican socialism. Using the power of government to transfer wealth from people to big corporations. This is what we must fight. Most of us are victims of this wealth transfer:A Bloomberg analysis revealed that six ... -
Publisher: HuffPost
2019-12-27Trump tax cuts grew 500 Richest People wealth by 25% this year
The wealth of the world's 500 richest people has grown by 25% this year, reaching a total net worth of $5.9 trillion. Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, Bernard Arnault, Warren Buffett, and Mark Zuckerberg top the list. This news comes amidst discussions abou...The wealth of the world's 500 richest people has grown by 25% this year, reaching a total net worth of $5.9 trillion. Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, Bernard Arnault, Warren Buffett, and Mark Zuckerberg top the list. This news comes amidst discussions abou... -
Publisher: Vox
2019-12-18They say the rich give to charity, this post says some just pretend and hide their money
The article discusses how Larry Page, co-founder of Google, utilizes donor-advised funds (DAFs) to effectively meet charity giving requirements without directly donating to traditional charities. In the holiday seasons from 2015 to 2017, Page's fou...The article discusses how Larry Page, co-founder of Google, utilizes donor-advised funds (DAFs) to effectively meet charity giving requirements without directly donating to traditional charities. In the holiday seasons from 2015 to 2017, Page's fou...
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