“Those who do not study history may be destined to repeat it… and lose money.”
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The Financial Times has launched an exciting new podcast series: The Story of Money. Hosted by acclaimed FT columnist Gillian Tett and FT Alphaville editor Robin Wigglesworth, this series dives deep into the past to uncover where tomorrow’s biggest financial opportunities—and disasters—are hiding.
Drawing on the FT’s global newsroom and its 138-year history of reporting, the podcast blends narrative storytelling with sharp economic analysis. From ancient Mesopotamian debt forgiveness to unregulated 19th-century American frontier banking, the show traces the evolution of our financial systems to help you make sense of modern market cycles, crypto, and emerging AI trends.
Out Now: Episode 9 | The Nixon Shock: Part II
When Nixon Cut the Dollar Loose from Gold Discover the chaotic weekend in 1971 that completely dismantled the Bretton Woods system, permanently severed the U.S. dollar from gold, and birthed the modern era of pure fiat currency.
How to Listen
- When: New episodes drop weekly on Wednesdays.
- Where: Watch, listen, and subscribe for free on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.
What specific era or financial crisis from the podcast’s lineup are you most interested in exploring?
Reed More…..https://www.ft.com/global-economy
Editing By- katie Willimas
