The Economic and Political History Podcast
Javier MejiaThe Economic and Political History Podcast delves into the intersection of economics, political science, and history. Join us as we introduce you to the world's most influential economists, political scientists, and historians, engaging in informal and insightful conversations about their careers and latest work. Our aim is to bring their expertise to a wider audience through new media, exploring ... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 36 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Why do some currencies become global—and why do they eventually disappear?In this episode of the Economic & Political History Podcast, Stanford political scientist Javier Mejia speaks with renowned economic historian Barry Eichengreen about more than... more
How did one of history's greatest moral crimes come to be seen as legitimate?
In this episode, I speak with historian John Samuel Harpham about his remarkable new book The Intellectual Origins of American Slavery. Rather than focusing on plantations... more
Interview with Dan Edelstein, author of 'The Revolution to Come: A History of an Idea from Thucydides to Lenin' (Princeton University Press)
Rather than telling the story of revolutions themselves, Edelstein traces the evolution of the idea of revol... more
Interview with Sophia Rosenfeld, author of 'The Age of Choice: A History of Freedom in Modern Life' (Princeton University Press)
What does it mean to be free?
Today we tend to think freedom means having more choices—more products to buy, more caree... more
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This program explores the intersection of economics, political science, and history through conversations with leading scholars and researchers. Episodes feature deep dives into capitalism, political economy, ancient and modern history, and the social implications of economic systems, with a strong emphasis on how ideas from academia translate into contemporary policy and global events. A few standout themes include the global evolution of capitalism, the role of moral economies in development, and the visibility of everyday lives in historical economic systems. The show often centers on authors presenting new books or theories, offering listeners a rigorous but accessible lens on complex topics that bridge history and current affairs.
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