Explore the complex dynamics of economic collapse in this thought-provoking lecture by a renowned economist. Delve into the three key elements of economic systems, autocatalysis, and the breakdown of economic structures. Examine case studies, including Venezuela's crisis, and analyze attacks on the invisible hand and economic rights. Investigate the impacts of public debt, inflation, and mass emigration. Learn about potential repair strategies and gain insights into the causes of economic collapses. Discuss the fragility of Latin American economies compared to the US, the fate of the oil sector, and the role of corruption in Venezuela's downfall.