Intelligence Squared Ed Miliband on How To Build a Better World
Jun 4, 2021
Join Ed Miliband, a seasoned politician and host of the 'Reasons to be Cheerful' podcast, as he explores how the pandemic can inspire a better world. He discusses innovative solutions to critical issues like climate change, housing, and inequality, emphasizing the need for bold ideas and courage to implement them. Miliband also advocates for empowering democracy through citizen assemblies and reimagining measures of success beyond GDP. His insights challenge us to think big and collaborate for a brighter future.
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Podcast Origin
- Ed Miliband struggled to find a forum for his ideas after losing the 2015 election.
- Geoff Lloyd suggested a podcast, leading to Reasons to Be Cheerful, focusing on big ideas.
Go Big: A Book of Solutions
- Miliband's book, "Go Big," offers solutions to significant problems, drawing from his post-election learning.
- It's inspired by a desire to present bolder solutions than he did during his time as Labour leader.
Social Housing as Investment
- The UK needs to build social housing at scale, similar to Vienna.
- This is not just a cost but an investment with economic benefits, creating a functioning housing market.
