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The Almightier

How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin

Paul Vigna

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Description

The Almightier (2025) uncovers how the invention of money went from being a tool that served a useful purpose to a system that has taken on religious importance. It also shows how we can just as easily change that relationship and how history may point the way to a fairer future.

Who Should Listen

  • History enthusiasts
  • Economics and finance buffs 
  • Anyone interested in philosophy and ethics

About the Authors

Paul Vigna is a veteran journalist and author who has spent decades covering markets, economics, and the forces that shape global finance. A longtime reporter for the Wall Street Journal, he’s written extensively on monetary history and financial innovation. His books, including The Age of Cryptocurrency, which he coauthored with Michael J. Casey, blend deep historical insight with accessible storytelling to explore how money drives and distorts human civilization.