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The Economist who saw 2008 coming — on China and the West
22 September 2026

The Economist who saw 2008 coming — on China and the West

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Joining us today is Dr. Steven Keen, Honorary Professor at University College London, who famously predicted the 2008 financial crisis years in advance. He discusses how China’s economy works and why it has left the West behind.