The fundamental economic and political structures of capitalism and socialism are analyzed throughout the episode.
The episode delves into the broader context of political economy, analyzing the dynamics of different regimes of accumulation and their implications for society.
The discussion touches on broader issues of political economy, such as monopolization, climate change, and the relationship between economic systems and social outcomes.
The discussion covers the intersection of politics and economic systems shaped by financialization.
The overall discussion deals with the field of political economy and alternative models for economic organization of society.
The episode delves into the broader realm of political economy, examining the interplay between economic factors, political power, and the sustainability of various economic systems.
The episode examines the economic rationale and political forces behind implementing tariff policies.
The podcast episodes cover a wide range of topics within the field of political economy, ranging from the history and political dynamics of economic policies like tariffs and monetary systems, to the critique of capitalist structures and exploration of alternative economic models.
Many of the episodes delve into the intersection of economic factors, political forces, and their influence on societal outcomes, such as issues of inequality, power dynamics, and the prospects for transformative change. For example, episodes like "Why tariffs are SO back" and "Is Neoliberalism Dead? w/ Sam Gindin" examine the political economy of trade and economic policymaking.
Other episodes, such as "Confronting Neoclassical Economics" and "Neoliberalism: What is it? Where did it come from? w/ Ray Kiely", focus on the critique of dominant economic theories and the exploration of heterodox approaches that emphasize the role of power, institutions, and social relations in shaping economic outcomes.