Unpacking 'The Finance Curse,' With Nicholas Shaxson, Author

Nicholas Shaxson, author of The Finance Curse, joins the podcast to discuss his thesis, that the financial sector is at the root of many problems facing economies and society, and where to look for possible solutions. Content The paradox: Too much finance can make you poorer (1:47) How did we get here? (3:11) Angola as the genesis of the finance curse concept (7:58) Rising inequality. Where might solutions lie? (14:11) Debunking private equity (18:34) Antitrust solutions may be the answer (27:06) What sectors are most at risk? (33:19) For More Information The Finance Curse book website, including ordering information (Or just go to the Amazon page directly) Nick's Twitter account Nick's Guardian articles Nicholas Shaxson Wikipedia page