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Sarah Quinn
Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Washington, specialising in financial markets and the social impact of finance, who explains the historical and political role of bond markets.
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Jan 12, 2026
• 17min
Bonds: Heroes or villains?
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Join Sarah Quinn, an Associate Professor of Sociology specializing in financial markets, and Kenneth Rogoff, a Harvard Economics Professor and former IMF Chief Economist, as they unveil the world of bonds. They discuss how these seemingly dull IOUs have shaped economies and financed wars throughout history. Discover the origins in 12th-century Italy, the risks of today’s complex bond market, and the political power that comes with debt. There are fears about a looming crisis as governments grapple with massive liabilities and rising interest rates.
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