The Power and the Money: One on one with Dr. Tevi Troy

Summary

The conversation covers various historical events and the conflicts between presidents and CEOs throughout history. It explores the relationships between figures like Rockefeller, Morgan, Wilson, and Trump, and their impact on the economy and business. The discussion also touches on the current challenges of debt, illegal immigration, and excessive regulations. The guest, Tevi Troy, discusses his book 'The Power and the Money' and the importance of understanding the history of government and business interactions.

Takeaways

• Understanding history is crucial to contextualize current events and policies.
• The relationships between presidents and CEOs have shaped the economy and business landscape.
• Excessive regulations can hinder innovation and favor big corporations.
• Challenges such as debt, illegal immigration, and geopolitical tensions require effective leadership and policy solutions.

Sound Bites

• "World War II is as far away to these kids as the Spanish-American war was to us growing up."
• "If you had bought Standard Oil at that moment, you would have gotten a piece of Exxon and Mobil and Chevron and all these huge oil companies that developed out of it."
• "The parallels are between Wilson and Biden more so than they are between Biden and Carter."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Historical Events

05:04
Rockefeller, Morgan, and the Turn of the Century

08:50
Wilson and the Progressive Era

12:17
Trump and the Conflict with Business Leaders

17:48
Current Challenges: Debt, Immigration, and Regulations

19:50
The Importance of Understanding History

26:19
Upcoming Events and Conclusion