179 - The crossroad between a Mad Max or a Star Trek Future

179 - The crossroad between a Mad Max or a St...

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How A Massacre Created Modern Capitalism: The Huguenot Legacy

On the anniversary of the St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre, we explore the extraordinary economic impact of the French Huguenots. Discover how these religious refugees pioneered the merchant class, redefined the relationship between faith and finance, and built the foundations of m ...  Show more

 . 35min 53sec
20 Years Since the Celtic Tiger: Why the Irish Banking System is Still Broken

August 2006 marked the beginning of the end for the Celtic Tiger, but the legacy of that crash continues to stifle the Irish economy today. We explore how the refinancing game collapsed, why Irish banks have become safe deposit boxes where money goes to die, and how the Central B ...  Show more

 . 35min 15sec

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