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University of Chicago Professor on What Made the US Economy Thrive

Bloomberg Markets Wednesday 21 October 2026, 17:38 UTC 1 min read
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Oct 21st, 2026 University of Chicago Professor on What Made the US Economy Thrive Professor James Robinson of the University of Chicago joins Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway to discuss the role that inclusivity, innovation and creativity play in a successful economy and whether the US has become a failing state. They spoke on the Odd Lots podcast, recorded live at Chicago's City Winery.

Oct 21st, 2026 University of Chicago Professor on What Made the US Economy Thrive Professor James Robinson of the University of Chicago joins Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway to discuss the role that inclusivity, innovation and creativity play in a successful economy and whether the US has become a failing state. They spoke on the Odd Lots podcast, recorded live at Chicago's City Winery.
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