Money – A Story of Humanity (with David McWilliams)

Episode 30

October 8 2024

34 minutes

Despite being a fully paid-up member of the economist tribe for many years, I’ve concluded that most economists don’t really understand money,” says David McWilliams, co-founder of Kilkenomics, (the world’s first economics and comedy festival). David’s new book, Money: A Story of Humanity, explains why he takes this entertainingly provocative position – and backs it up with powerful arguments. The book has received many plaudits. Professor Brian Cox describes it as: “A breathtaking, expansive and imaginative ride through the history and future of money from an author who truly understands it.” And this free-ranging discussion with Russell Napier – embracing Karl Marx, Van Morrison and James Joyce – is just as fascinating.

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