David Krakauer on Emergent Political Economies and A Science of Possibility

Explore the concept of Emergent Political Economies and the science of possibility in this thought-provoking podcast episode featuring David Krakauer, President of the Santa Fe Institute. Delve into the complexities of history, society, and economics, examining how modern data and resources can reshape our understanding of these fields. Learn about the challenges of quantitative history and mathematical economics, and discover how the Santa Fe Institute's unique approach contributes to these discussions. Gain insights into key topics such as dimension, causality, algorithms, scaling, innovation, and emergence. Prepare for an intellectually stimulating journey that challenges conventional wisdom and explores new frontiers in political economy research.

Intro
Complexity Podcast Introduction
Emergent Political Economies
Historical Tensions
What is Lawlike
Complexity Thinking in Economics
Mathematical Political Economy
Algebraic vs Algorithmic Thinking
Overextending Metaphors
Collective Computation
Demonic Approach to Reality
The State of the World