As I traveled extensively this year for my book tour, I often found solace in thought-provoking books and podcasts. These works not only kept me grounded but also sparked fresh ideas and perspectives.

Years ago I asked Ed Crane about an upcoming Olympic Games, and he expressed indifference. While he’s a big sports fan, Crane is not a big fan of the Olympics. His reasoning was and is that games ...

Alfred D. Chandler, Jr.; Alec Nove; Carlota Perez; Robert J. Gordon; Claudia Goldin and Lawrence F. Katz; Michael Pettis; William D. Nordhaus Request reprint permissions here. Editor’s note: For our ...