Jeffrey Sachs is one of the most influential economists and public intellectuals of our time, yet his work extends far beyond the realm of technical economic analysis. He embodies a rare synthesis of economic expertise, ethical reasoning, and pragmatic activism, making him as much a philosopher as he is an economist.
Steff: I want to learn about economics. How is money created? Let’s start with the UK. Where does it actually come from? Sophi: The creation of money in the UK is a fascinating process involving both the Bank of England (the UK’s central bank) and the private banking sector. Here’s a rundown of how it …
Explore Steve Keen’s heterodox economic insights challenging traditional theories on banking, money creation, and debt’s role in preventing financial crises in works like Debunking Economics and Can We Avoid Another Financial Crisis.
Discover Amartya Sen’s groundbreaking work on Social Choice Theory and economic inequality, which offers a unique perspective on societal progress and a fulfilling life.
Explore the evolution of banking from ancient times to the digital age, tracing its origins in temples and palaces, innovations in the Renaissance, and the modern era of online banking and fintech.
Learn about David Ricardo, an economic genius, and his influential theories on trade, value, and income distribution.
Explore Malthus, the demographer whose theories on population and resources shaped our understanding of humanity’s relationship with the environment.
Explore Adam Smith’s story as he revolutionized economies and societies with his empathetic moral philosophy, going beyond market mechanics.
Have you ever stopped to think about the meaning of life? Why you exist? What’s right and wrong? If so, congratulations! You’ve stumbled upon one of the foundational subjects of philosophy. But we don’t all have to be world famous philosophers to enjoy being philosophical! Philosophical.Chat welcomes everyone to chat about the wonders of life, …