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A guide to the global financial crisis.

Last Updated: Oct 2, 2012 URL: http://libguides.colostate.edu/financialcrisis Print Guide RSS Updates

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Background

Below are some links to information about the financial system and the crisis.

This American Life - "Bad Bank"
Episode aired in early March 2009 and gives a nice explanation of the crisis.
"Was 'Adult Supervision" Needed on Wall Street?"
Aired on NPR's Fresh Air on September 18, 2008. Terry Gross interviews Michael Greenberger, law professor at the University of Maryland law school. This provides a good overview of the AIG bailout and how it effects us.
"Our Confusing Economy, Explained"
Aired on NPR's Fresh Air April 3, 2008. Terry Gross interviews Michael Greenberger. He explains the economy.
CQ Researcher - Financial Crisis May 2008
Look for this guide from May 2008 for some background information on the issue.
CQ Research - Financial Bailout Oct 2008
Newest report from CQ Researcher that addresses the financial crisis.
This American Life - "Another Frightening Show About the Economy"
Aired 10/3/08