It Could Happen Here Dividing the World, Pt. 2: Externalization feat. Andrew
Jun 25, 2025
Join recurring guest Andrew Sage, a savvy commentator on economics and societal dynamics, as he delves into the intriguing concept of externalization. They explore how externalizing costs under capitalism disproportionately affects marginalized communities and ecosystems. The conversation tackles the dark side of resource extraction and the urgent need for accountability. Andrew advocates for grassroots movements and the power of individual actions in driving revolutionary change, all while dissecting the psychological factors influencing societal divisions.
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Capitalism Externalizes Harm
- Capitalism persists by externalizing harm onto others, shifting costs away from profit-makers.
- This hides the real consequences, making pollution, exploitation, and social harm invisible to those benefiting.
Waste Externalization Example
- People ship unrecyclable waste to poorer countries, causing environmental and health disasters.
- Children sorting e-waste suffer injuries and long-term harm from toxic exposure.
Traditional vs Capitalist Economies
- Traditional economies centered on human relationships and accountability for actions.
- Capitalism disrupted this by commodifying land, labor, and money, enabling harmful externalization.
