Jacobin Radio Michael and Us: The Myth of the Good Billionaire w/ Tim Schwab
Oct 9, 2024
In this engaging conversation, investigative journalist Tim Schwab, author of "The Bill Gates Problem," dives into the complexities of billionaire philanthropy. He discusses his decision to decline participation in a Netflix documentary on Bill Gates, critiquing its glorification of the tech mogul. The dialogue unpacks 'philanthropic colonialism' and how Gates' wealth distorts genuine support for global issues. Schwab also addresses troubling dynamics in the Gates Foundation's initiatives on family planning, raising questions about women's autonomy in the process.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Debunking the Gates Documentary
01:59 • 23min
The Chilling Effect of Philanthropy
24:52 • 21min
The Misrepresentation of Technology in Solving Social Issues
45:39 • 4min
Unveiling Philanthropic Colonialism
49:23 • 2min
The Gates Foundation: Family Planning and Autonomy
51:49 • 7min
The Fall of Bill Gates: Examining Controversial Associations
59:11 • 5min