Aaron Benanav

Aaron Benanav, an Assistant Professor at Cornell University and author of Automation and the Future of Work, joins to discuss a transformative vision for a multi-criterial economy. He argues for prioritizing human experiences in technological development, moving beyond profit-based metrics. The conversation touches on innovative currency models, grassroots values in decision-making, and rethinking production methods to enhance societal well-being. Benanav emphasizes how history can inform new economic frameworks that champion collective engagement and sustainability.

Aaron Benanav, an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Cornell and author of a series on alternate economic models, joins Jerome Nikolai Warren, a Research Fellow focused on community regeneration and cooperatives. They explore the vision for a democratically planned economy and the transformative potential of cooperatives. The discussion critiques capitalism's limitations and imagines a post-capitalist future, emphasizing sustainability and community. They delve into cooperative success stories in Italy, showcasing how these models foster social cohesion and local governance.