Economy Class: Nicholas Wapshott Explains Why John Maynard Keynes

Economy Class: Nicholas Wapshott Explains Why John Maynard Keynes Was “Ahead of His Time”

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John Maynard Keynes (1883–1946) was an influential British economist whose ideas on government intervention in the economy were considered to be both revolutionary and controversial. Nicholas Wapshott, author of ‘Keynes Hayek: The Clash that Defined Modern Economics’, shares his insight on why John Maynard Keynes Was “Ahead of His Time.” He joins us on Culture Insight to share his insight into the life and work of John Maynard Keynes.

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