When the U.S. economy tanks, should the rest of the world panic? Surprisingly, in many nations — from Brazil to France to Japan — the answer appears to be “no.” Join Kojo as we explore how people overseas are responding to America’s financial woes, and whether global economies are really as connected as we assume they are.

Guests

  • Chris Van Hollen U.S. House of Representatives (D-Maryland, 8th District); Chairman, Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
  • James Angel Associate Professor, McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University
  • Steven Mufson Reporter, The Washington Post
  • Olivier Da Lage Deputy Editor and Chief, Radio France International
  • Paulo Sotero Director of the Brazil Institute, Woodrow Wilson Center; Contributing Columnist, "O Estado De Sao Paulo"

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