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There was no single, dramatic event that set the current financial crisis off. A whole series of very questionable decisions by many people, in many places, over a period of years, built up the pressures that led to a sudden collapse of the housing market and of financial institutions that began to fall like dominoes as a result of investing in securities based on housing prices. This book is designed to unravel the tangled threads of that story.

In 2002, the town of Galesburg, a slowly declining Rustbelt city of 33,000 in western Illinois, learned that it would soon lose its largest factory, a Maytag refrigerator plant that had anchored Galesburg's social and economic life for decades. Workers at the plant earned $15.14 an hour, had good insurance, and were assured a solid retirement. In 2004, the plant was relocated to Reynosa, Mexico, where workers sometimes spent 13-hour days assembling refrigerators for $1.10 an hour.

Join the team behind The Oregon Group as we sit back and chat over the boom, bust and bullshit of commodity cycles.In each episode, our expert hosts (and guests) explore the latest trends, hidden opportunities, insider insights, and expose the hype, that can often distorts investor judgment.“Boom, Bust, and BS” isn’t just another financial podcast – it’s your essential companion for staying ahead in the high-stakes world of critical minerals and energy intelligence. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or new to the commodities game, our show will help you with the knowledge to make ...

This is your Boom, Bust & Bodies: Murder in Oil Country podcast.Boom, Bust & Bodies: Murder in Oil Country is a gripping true crime podcast exploring the dark underbelly of oil-rich regions. Dive deep into tales of greed, corruption, and mystery as each episode uncovers shocking murders and disappearances tied to the rise and fall of the oil industry. Perfect for true crime enthusiasts, this podcast offers in-depth investigations, expert interviews, and chilling narratives that reveal the sinister side of prosperity. Tune in to discover the hidden narratives lurking beneath the surface of oil ...