In an extended interview, Josh Lerner, professor of investment banking at Harvard Business School, discusses the role of government in entrepreneurship and venture capital.
The Guardian's head of business Dan Roberts also asks him about the role of Asian economies, teaching business ethics and if the global investment banking system is in need of reform.
Prof Lerner's book Boulevard of Broken Dreams is out now.
Have a listen to the podcast, and post your comments on the blog below.
