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482. Is Venture Capital the Secret Sauce of the American Economy?

Freakonomics Radio
Freakonomics Radio
Episode • Nov 11, 2021 • 45m

The U.S. is home to seven of the world’s 10 biggest companies. How did that happen? The answer may come down to two little letters: V.C. Is venture capital good for society, or does it just help the rich get richer? Stephen Dubner invests the time to find out.

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