How the World Works with Dr. James Otteson

Kevin D. Williamson is joined by Professor James Otteson of Notre Dame. They discuss the meaning of work, Adam Smith’s moral philosophy, and how Smith’s ideas connect to modern understandings of economics, ethics, and human motivation. They also discuss Otteson’s career path, the moral and philosophical underpinnings of capitalism, risk aversion, inequality, and how individuals can find purpose and meaning in their work.