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#1334: The Price of Patriotism: Israel’s Protectionism Trap
Why is pasta cheaper to ship from Europe than to buy locally? Explore the hidden regulations and "Blue and White" taxes keeping Israel expensive.
#1146: The New Great Game: Central Asia’s 2026 Pivot
As Russia’s influence wanes and Iran faces chaos, Central Asia is emerging as the world’s most critical trade and energy hub.
#661: Cracking the Global Supply Chain: Why Your Tech Costs More
Why does a $400 switch cost $700 elsewhere? Herman and Corn explore the tools that unmask global pricing and supply chain secrets.
#513: The Green Bond Paradox: When Doing Good Costs Investors
Can debt markets save the planet? Explore how sustainability-linked bonds align corporate finance with environmental goals.
#487: The Biblical Pantry: Dining in 700 BCE Jerusalem
Step back 2,700 years to discover why there were no tomatoes in ancient Jerusalem and how bread became the center of the universe.
#472: The 500% Markup: Why Israel’s Tech Market is an Island
Why is RAM 5x more expensive in Tel Aviv than New York? Corn and Herman dive into the "Economic Island" effect and the reality of Israeli retail.
#388: Navigating the Chinese New Year Industrial Blackout
Discover how the world's largest human migration brings global manufacturing to a standstill and how businesses survive the month-long blackout.