Foundations of Economics — Ideology, Models, and Economic “Common Sense” (Audio)

Welcome to Crisis in Perception, where we examine the systems shaping our world — one book at a time.This episode explores Foundations of Economics: A Beginner’s Companion by Yanis Varoufakis as a systems-level analysis of how economics constructs authority by presenting value-laden assumptions as objective science.By tracing the philosophical roots of neoclassical models and contrasting them with alternative traditions, the book explains why economic debates so often appear technical while functioning as political arguments about freedom, justice, and social order.📺 Watch the Deep Dive and Mini Explainer on YouTube:👉 https://youtu.be/QQyRm6fm5q4❤️ Support Crisis in Perception on Patreon:👉 https://patreon.com/CrisisInPerceptionAuthor Support LineIf these ideas resonate, consider reading the book yourself or borrowing it from your local library. Supporting authors and libraries helps keep critical inquiry accessible.Call to ActionIf you found this episode valuable, please follow the show and share it with others. Let us know what books or systems you’d like us to cover next.Closing LineThank you for supporting Crisis in Perception. Your support makes long-form, systems-level education possible.AI Use DisclosureThis content was created using AI-assisted tools for research synthesis, structuring, and narration support. All analysis, framing, and editorial decisions are guided by human judgment as part of the Crisis in Perception project.