Harvard University Prof. Benjamin M. Friedman on Economics and Religion

About this episode

The episode explores the connections between religious beliefs and economic thought with Harvard economist Benjamin M. Friedman.

Join us as we delve into the profound connections between religious beliefs and the development of economic thought with Harvard economist Benjamin M. Friedman.

People in this episode

Host: Aryaman Varma

Guest: Benjamin M. Friedman

Topics covered

• economics
• religion
• economic thought
• Harvard
• belief systems

Keywords

• economics
• religion
• Benjamin M. Friedman
• Harvard University
• economic thought

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Organizations: Harvard University

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