Croesus to Crypto: How Money Crossed Borders Through the Ages | Dr. Barry Eichengreen

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Barry Eichengreen, the George C. Pardee and Helen N. Pardee Professor of Economics and Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley, one of the world's foremost authorities on international monetary systems and economic history. Dr. Eichengreen takes us on a sweeping journey through his forthcoming book, Money Beyond Borders: Global Currencies from Croesus to Crypto, tracing the evolution of money from the ancient Lydian coins of King Croesus to the rise of digital currencies and crypto assets in the modern era. Along the way, he unpacks how global currencies have shaped and been shaped by, the political, economic, and technological forces of their time. Whether you're an economist, a policymaker, or simply curious about the future of money, this conversation offers rare insight from a scholar who has spent decades studying the institutions and ideas that underpin the global financial system. This podcast is brought to you by Global Management Consultancy. For more information, please visit www.globalmanagementconsultancy.com. Disclaimer: A. The background music used in this video is the property of its respective developer and is protected by Copyright. Although it is a free version, Business Talk, Global Management Consultancy and Deepak Bhatt do not hold the rights to this music. B. In a compelling conversation on the Business Talk podcast channel, Dr. Barry Eichengreen shared thoughtful perspectives drawn from his forthcoming book, “Money Beyond Borders: Global Currencies from Croesus to Crypto”. The uploaded video contains copyrighted material; therefore, any modifications to graphics, music, or the presence of the author or host are strictly prohibited.