A look at economics in the broadest sense, Dr. Richard Wolff dives deep in an hour long conversation on Democratic Socialism, its history, theory and possibility for closing the yawning gap of inequality.

Thom Hartmann reads from his book, "Screwed: The Undeclared War Against the Middle Class -- And What We Can Do About It" - Professor Richard Wolff joins Thom for a deep dive into the often misunderstood definitions critical to our understanding of the world around us. A look at economics in the broadest sense. As democratic socialism grows more popular it is necessary to look at exactly what we are talking about, to have a stronger understanding of it all. - Book Club reading - "The Inner Level: How More Equal Societies Reduce Stress, Restore Sanity and Improve Everyone's Well-being" by Kate Pickett and Richard G. Wilkinson - Richard Wolff conversation with Thom continues. What is Capitalism? We live in a capitalistic economy, we have a more or less democratic form of government, but what is democracy? - Thom reads from "Winners Take All: The Elite Charade of Changing the World" by Anand Giridharadas - Richard Wolff conversation with Thom continues. As democratic socialism grows more popular it is necessary to look at exactly what we are talking about, to have a stronger understanding of it all. - Book Club reading - "Progress and Poverty In Economics: Henry George and How Growth in Real Estate Contributes to Inequality and Financial Instability" by Edward Nell. - Richard Wolff concludes his conversation with Thom in a discussion of The Commons.