From Dark Brandon.

A clear, no-fluff breakdown of capitalism—how it works, who owns what, and why profit drives the system. Learn what defines it, where it came from, and how it shapes the world around us.

Big Ideas and Broken Systems is a Dark Brandon deep-dive series that explains the political, economic, and social concepts shaping our world.

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00:00 – Introduction: Why Capitalism Matters
What is capitalism, really—and why does it shape everything from your rent to your reality?

01:04 – Chapter 1: The Core of Capitalism
Explore the fundamental mechanics—private ownership, wage labor, profit motives, markets, and competition.

05:41 – Chapter 2: Capitalism’s Rise to Power
A historical journey through feudalism, colonialism, and the birth of the global capitalist system.

10:37 – Chapter 3: Selling Everything, Including You
How capitalism turns time, labor, relationships, and even your data into products for profit.

14:56 – Chapter 4: Who Wins and Who Pays?
Uncover capitalism’s built-in inequality, environmental externalities, and sacrifice zones.

19:23 – Chapter 5: Can It Be Reformed?
Can capitalism evolve—or does it need replacing? Explore reform, radical critiques, and emerging challenges.

23:25 – Final Thoughts
A reflection on what capitalism is, what it has done, and what might come next.