This lecture will discuss a new vision of shared prosperity. It will consider the capability of human beings to flourish within the ecological limits of a finite planet. Tim Jackson is professor of sustainable development at the University of Surrey and economics commissioner on the UK Sustainable Development Commission.
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FSN In Depth: Chip Dickson, The Great Deleveraging
In the past decade, the United States experienced two periods of excessive growth followed by two massive financial collapses: the technology and housing bubbles. Both were caused by illusions of growth and wealth creation: Much of the foundation was not real. As an investor, how can you distinguish between "fake" growth and the real thing? What disciplines help you find solid returns and provide warning signs about bubbles?
Former Wall Street analyst, strategist, and Associate Director of Equity Research Chip Dickson and leading global business scholar Oded Shenkar first identify the policies and characteristics of societies most likely to generate real economic growth and investor wealth. Next, they outline specific lessons learned about bubbles and growth from nearly a century of investment returns. Finally, they identify global markets and sectors that appear well poised for sustainable growth.
In the wake of massive debt creation, history’s greatest deleveraging is now underway. For many investors the next decade will be brutal. This book’s messages are designed to help achieve real profits and create real wealth. They are meant to help you navigate a challenging environment—and, hopefully, thrive.
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Tim Harford - Innovation & Growth
Really good lecture by Tim Harford (FT, R4) on innovation, economic growth - and personal growth. If at first you don’t succeed …
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Boettke on Austrian Economics | EconTalk
From http://www.econtalk.org/archives/2007/12/boettke_on_aust.html
Pete Boettke, of George Mason University, talks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about the origins and tenets of Austrian economics. This is a wonderful introduction to how the so-called Austrian economists look at the world and how they continue to influence economics today.