Intelligence Squared

The Passion Economy with Adam Davidson and Hugo Lindgren

Jun 2, 2020

Adam Davidson, a renowned business and economics journalist and creator of NPR's Planet Money, discusses his book, The Passion Economy, shedding light on the evolving economic landscape. He argues that the 21st-century offers unique opportunities for individuals to merge their passions with their careers. Davidson explores personal stories through generations, challenges faced in navigating one’s passions, and insights into consumer behavior. The conversation reveals how societal shifts can turn crises into opportunities for growth, particularly in urban settings.

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Intro

2min

Exploring The Passion Economy and the Future of Work

2min

Generations of Work and Passion

15min

Understanding Consumer Behavior Through Brand Identity

4min

Navigating the Passion Economy

11min

Navigating the Passion Economy

24min

Historical Perspectives on Economic Progress and Collective Prosperity

4min

Nostalgia and Economic Shifts in New York City

3min

Are the middle classes really dying off? Will robots really take our jobs? Contrary to common belief Adam Davidson argues the twenty-first-century economic paradigm offers new ways of making money, fresh paths toward professional fulfillment, and unprecedented opportunities for curious, ambitious individuals to combine the things they love with their careers. His new book 'The Passion Economy: The New Rules for Thriving in the Twenty-First Century' is available to buy now: https://amzn.to/2MnbVXd. Adam Davidson was in conversation with journalist Hugo Lindgren at Acast's studio in New York. ---------------------------------------------- Intelligence Squared+. The world's best speakers. Your questions. £4.99 per month. Intelligence Squared+ will bring you live, interactive events every week on our new online platform. Just like at our real-life events, you’ll be able to put your questions to our speakers, vote in live polls and interact with other members of the audience. Your subscription will give you access to multiple events featuring the world’s top thinkers and opinion formers, including Thomas Piketty, Margaret Atwood, Clive Woodward, Thomas Friedman, Meera Syal and Paloma Faith. For a full list of Intelligence Squared+ events and to subscribe, click here: https://bit.ly/2yfYIfm.

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