What if President Nixon had strengthened the gold standard in 1971 instead of abandoning it? In this educational roundtable discussion, financial analyst Lyn Alden, economist Bob Murphy, and philosopher Troy Cross explore how our world might be dramatically different today. Murphy makes the provocative case that global GDP could be 70% higher under a so…
What If Nixon Had Chosen Gold?
Lyn Alden, Bob Murphy, Troy Cross Roundtable Discussion
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Exploring Prosperity- Challenging Pessimism in the US
Challenge Pessimism. Explore the Complexity of Progress.
Headlines and survey results scream pessimism, but is it warranted?
Join us on Exploring Prosperity as we delve into the complexities of human progress with leading thinkers across markets, economics, history, philosophy, and more.
Discover how economic and societal factors shape our world, and gain a deeper understanding of the drivers of individual and societal prosperity and a fulfilling life. Our in-depth conversations may leave you empowered and optimistic about the future and equipped with insights to navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Bob Dewey brings his expertise in investing and his network in the investment community and beyond to address the big issues of the day and whether we can solve problems faster than they grow.
Challenge Pessimism. Explore the Complexity of Progress.
Headlines and survey results scream pessimism, but is it warranted?
Join us on Exploring Prosperity as we delve into the complexities of human progress with leading thinkers across markets, economics, history, philosophy, and more.
Discover how economic and societal factors shape our world, and gain a deeper understanding of the drivers of individual and societal prosperity and a fulfilling life. Our in-depth conversations may leave you empowered and optimistic about the future and equipped with insights to navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Bob Dewey brings his expertise in investing and his network in the investment community and beyond to address the big issues of the day and whether we can solve problems faster than they grow.Listen on
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