The rise of US dollar imperialism, and why it failed - with Radhika Desai & Michael Hudson

Economists Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson explain the end of the British empire’s sterling area with the rise of the US dollar system, its central role in imperialism, and why it ultimately failed to accomplish Washington’s hegemonic goals. TRANSCRIPT: Check out other episodes of their show Geopolitical Economy Hour here: || Geopolitical Economy Report || Please consider supporting us at Patreon: Podcast: Newsletter: