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Economics & Beyond with Rob Johnson

Albert Wenger: The World After Capital

Aug 9, 2022
36:56

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Quick takeaways

  • The current technological shift requires a new narrative of purpose, focusing on non-economic activities and engagement in the knowledge loop.
  • The erosion of trust in experts and institutions calls for reinvestment in societal values and the creation of a foundation for trust and collaboration.

Deep dives

The Big Technological Shift

The podcast episode discusses the profound technological shift happening in the world today. The speaker emphasizes that this shift is as significant as previous transitions from hunter-gatherer to agrarian societies, and from agrarian to industrial societies. The episode focuses on the disruptive nature of digital technology and explores the transition to a new age called the knowledge age. It highlights the importance of understanding technology in the context of creating a sustainable society.

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