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Engines Podcast

Engines of Our Ingenuity 2286: Of Ponzis and Pyramids

Dr. John Lienhard

Posted on August 12, 2022 · Episode: 2286 Ponzi and pyramid schemes: How we love to throw our money away! Today, we get rich quick.

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The Economics and Diversity of Broadway; Plus, Actor Nick Rashad Burroughs on His Role in “Moulin Rouge! The Musical”

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Posted on February 28, 2023 · What does it take to produce a Broadway show, and what leads to a successful hit? Plus, efforts for more inclusion in the industry.

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