Fetishizing Jobs

Guy Standing, author of 'The Politics of Time,' explores how society may be overly fixated on jobs. He critiques GDP as an inadequate economic measure, advocating for recognizing the value of caregiving and unpaid labor. The conversation delves into the pitfalls of rentier capitalism and the need for a comprehensive welfare system. Moreover, Standing proposes replacing charity with systems like Universal Basic Income to ensure economic security for all. He stresses the importance of meaningful engagement over mere job creation in a shifting economic landscape.