Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:03:09 +0000

Cuba’s Economic Paradox and Hidden Incentives

Cuba's economy presents a paradox where taxi drivers earn more than doctors. We discuss the historical shifts post-USSR collapse, privatization's role, and how restrictive policies have forced skilled professionals into informal sectors. Through stories of daily survival and economic theories, this episode uncovers the incentives fueling Cuba's upside-down system.