Aaron Benanav

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.