"Studying history is the most important teacher" In this episode of Dialectic at Work, the dialectic explores the history of economic thought, focusing on Marx's approach to understanding capitalism, the importance of studying history, and the evolution of economic theories from feudalism to modern capitalism. Other key topics include the role of surplus value in economic growth and the influence of Adam Smith and Ricardo.

The Dialectic at Work is a podcast hosted by Professor Shahram Azhar & Professor Richard Wolff. The show is dedicated to exploring Marxist theory. It employs the dialectical mode of reasoning, a method developed over millennia by Plato and Aristotle, and continues to explore new dimensions of theory and praxis through dialogue. The Marxist dialectic is a revolutionary dialectic that not only seeks to understand the world but also to change it. In our discussions, the dialectic comes into play, aiming to address the pressing life crises that we face as a global community.

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