Econ Echoes

The moral and ethical dimensions of trade and price in medieval Europe, with thinkers like Thomas Aquinas.

The role of trade, taxation, and state administration in ancient Rome.

How Aristotle’s ideas on value, exchange, and household management laid early foundations to modern economic ideas.

Exploring economic practices in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and early trade in ancient societies.

Welcome toEcon Echoes—a solo podcast where wejourney through the fascinating history of economic thought. Here’s what EconEchoes is all about:Imagine a story that begins in ancient marketplaces, whereearly traders and philosophers first wondered about the nature of value andexchange. From there, we travel through time—exploring the deep insights ofAristotle and Aquinas, the bold ideas of Adam Smith and David Ricardo, and therevolutionary breakthroughs of Keynes, Friedman, and many more. Each episode isa step into the past, revealing how economic ideas were born, challenged, andrefined over centuries.Econ Echoes isn’t just about dry theory. It’s aboutthe people behind the ideas—the thinkers, the reformers, and even the criticswho dared to question the status quo. It’s about understanding why our worldruns the way it does, and how the debates and decisions of the past shape ourpolicies, our markets, and our lives today.Whether you’re a curious student, a seasoned professional,or simply someone who loves a good story, Econ Echoes will make economics feelpersonal, engaging, and downright human. We’ll break down complex concepts intorelatable stories, mix in a bit of humor, and connect historical events to thechallenges we face in our modern world.So, tune in and join me on this journey as we listen to theechoes of economic thought—from ancient ideas to modern debates—and discovertogether why knowing our economic past can light the way to a better future.