How Geography Makes Countries Rich or Poor
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On today's episode we talk about how geography shapes different societies. We discuss mountain people vs coastal people, river people vs steppe people, and how specific parts of the world hit the geographic jackpot.  The essay referenced is from Thomas Sowell - The Influence of Geography. https://www.patreon.com/brohistory #278 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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