The Evolution of Wealth Ambition: From Survival Instincts to Hyper-Capitalism

Is wealth ambition a natural human drive—or a Western cultural invention? In this episode, we trace the story of ambition from our evolutionary roots in resource hoarding, through the Agricultural and Industrial Revolutions, to today’s globalization and hyper-consumerism. We’ll explore how biology, culture, gender, and history intertwine to shape our modern obsession with wealth, and whether ambition is fueling progress—or undermining well-being and sustainability