Economist and RealClearMarkets editor John Tamny joins Sarah Westall to unpack the devastating, often overlooked consequences of lockdowns and the widespread starvation they triggered. Far from a distant memory, these policies unleashed powerful, hidden forces that continue to reshape global economics—from volatile commodity markets to eroded trust in Western institutions. Tamny reveals how these ripples are now driving bold decisions by foreign governments, central banks, and investors worldwide, fueling everything from currency wars to a surge in “de-risking” from U.S.-centric supply chains. Drawing on his sharp insights from The End of Work and beyond, Tamny argues that ignoring these scars risks repeating history’s mistakes on a grander scale.

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