The Great Debate: Nationalism vs. Globalism

Flag-wavers vs. free-traders: which vision wins the 21st century? The battle lines are drawn, and the stakes are global. Everywhere nationalist politi…


The Irish Pub: An Economic History

From porter to property bubbles, the story of Ireland can be told through its boozers. After Viagra, the pub is our greatest export. Let’s raise a gla


Chip Wars: The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology

Silicon chips power everything. The battle to control them could define our century. Tiny tech, massive consequences. Discover the fight shaping the f


The Bear & The Dragon: Chinese-Russian Takeover?

Moscow and Beijing are closer than ever. What happens when they team up against the West? Two powers, one uneasy alliance. Learn why this partnership …


The Economics of the Roman Empire

Bread, circuses, and bankrupt emperors. What Roman economics can tell us about today’s globalised economy. Join us for ancient wisdom with modern pu


Telling Stories with Data

Revealing hidden secrets in figures is one of the most graceful forms of communication. In our data driven world, the numbers don’t lie. But how do yo…


The End of the Dollar?

From BRICS to Bitcoin, who’s coming for Uncle Sam’s greenback? Every empire ends — is this the dollar’s turn? Is the world’s reserve currency doomed? …


The Golden Age of Fraud: Lying for Money

Scammers, schemers, and dodgy dealers — why fraud always flourishes. Nothing pays like dishonesty. Hear the funniest, darkest stories of fraud.


Catastrophie, the Economics of Weimar Germany

The Weimar Republic is shorthand for economic failure. Hyperinflation set the scene for the rise of Hitler. What lessons can we learn from this tumult…


Making Millions: What Drives Silicon Valley?

Genius, greed, or hype? The secrets of the Valley’s endless start-up machine. Where code meets cash. Take a guided tour through the world’s tech goldr