Bold Politics with Zack Polanski Why Rachel Reeves Is Obsessed With Growth At Any Cost | Grace Blakeley | Zack Polanski
Sep 23, 2025
Grace Blakeley, an economics commentator and author of 'Vulture Capitalism,' dives deep into the workings of capitalism, power, and inequality. She critiques the Labour government's focus on GDP growth at the expense of societal well-being. Using a Marxist lens, Grace explores the significance of wealth tax in redistributing power and the importance of grassroots organizing. She emphasizes the need for independent community movements to challenge existing political structures and warns of the potential for elite control over future politics.
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Capitalism Is Centrally Controlled
- Grace Blakeley argues capitalism concentrates power, undermining the myth of free markets.
- She shows elites cooperate with states and finance to protect themselves while others face harsh consequences.
Avoid TV's Hostile Framing
- Blakeley stopped frequent TV debate appearances because they frame hostile, marginal questions.
- She prefers longer formats like social media and podcasts to explore systemic issues properly.
Step Back From TV After Corbyn Period
- Grace recounts her TV presence during the Corbyn era and subsequent step back.
- She reflects that hostile formats limited deeper debate and shaped public perceptions.
