

Slow Down with Kohei Saito
4 snips Feb 27, 2024
Associate professor Kohei Saito discusses the need for economic system change to combat climate change. He explores radical ideas like de-growth, challenges posed by capitalism, and alternative metrics of progress. The conversation touches on prioritizing well-being over GDP growth, exploring utopian ideas for happiness, and creating sustainable business models. Saito also shares insights on engaging marginalized voices for societal transformation.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Challenging Capitalism for Climate Action
01:48 • 20min
Exploring Utopian Ideas, Happiness, and Capitalism
21:41 • 2min
Exploring Degrowth, Communism, and Sustainable Business Models
23:46 • 2min
A Hopeful Outlook on Overcoming Climate Change Through Marginalized Voices
25:34 • 3min