27. History’s Greatest Hits: A Conversation with Jason Long on the Most Important Moments in Economic Development

1 h 2 min

What are the greatest inventions in history and how should we think about gains for human wellbeing? Join Enoch and Tim alongside special guest Dr. Jason Long, an economic historian at Wheaton College, as they discuss the greatest moments for growth and standards of living in economic history. In this episode, we explore key technologies and inventions that have fundamentally improved human lives and made daily existence healthier, safer, and more connected. The conversation concludes with a look at future innovations and how they might continue the legacy of these “greatest hits”.

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Intro/Outro music - Drew Elliot

Thanks to the Wheaton Center for Faith, Politics & Economics