The world has certainly seen its share of economic crises before. But have we ever seen anything like this? How did we get here? How long might this last? What might it look like on the other side? And what’s with all the tariffs? Today’s guest, noted economist Chris Meissner, shares his insights and expertise on these and other pressing questions.

Bio: Christopher M. Meissner, professor of economics, is an authority in comparative economic history, with an emphasis on international finance and international trade. In addition to his UC Davis faculty position, he is also a research associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). He has held numerous visiting positions, including at the Paris School of Economics, the International Monetary Fund, and the Bank of England. In 2026-2027, he will be the Pitt Professor of American History at Cambridge University.

Publications:

• One from the Many: The Global Economy since 1850. (2024) Oxford University Press.
• Original Sin and the Great Depression (2023) Journal of International Economics. (with Michael Bordo)
• Persistent Pandemics (2021) Economics and Human Biology (with Peter Z. Lin)
• The French (Trade) Revolution of 1860: Intra-Industry Trade and Smooth Adjustment (2021) Journal of Economic History (with Stéphane Becuwe and Bertrand Blancheton)
• Austerity and the Rise of the Nazi Party (2021) Journal of Economic History (with Gregori Galofré-Vilà, Martin McKee, and David Stuckler)