Abby Innes

Abby Innes, an Associate Professor of Political Economy at the London School of Economics and author of 'Late Soviet Britain', discusses the irrationalities of government and market behaviors. She explores the parallels between neoliberal and Soviet economic systems, arguing for new strategies in climate policy. Abby highlights the failures of privatization in public services and critiques the portrayal of net zero as 'socialism'. She advocates for adaptive, plural economic models to address climate challenges without resorting to revolution.

Join notable guests Abby Innes, an LSE political economy professor, Hilary Lawson, a philosopher known for his theory of closure, and Robin van den Akker, a cultural theorist exploring metamodernism. They delve into the implications of postmodernism, critiquing neoliberal economics and its societal impacts. Explore metamodernism as a response to post-truth chaos, and consider how epistemic closures can reshape our understanding of knowledge and reality. The conversation emphasizes the risks of seeking absolute truths while advocating for more nuanced, practical frameworks.

Join Abby Innes, a political economy expert, Will Hutton, a seasoned journalist, Richard Kibble, a former chief strategy officer, and Daniel Susskind, an AI economics researcher, as they dive into the intriguing relationship between price and value. They challenge the notion that market prices reflect true worth and explore how capitalism often fails to address social values like love and friendship. With discussions on wealth inequality, the flaws of economic ideologies, and the urgent need for a nuanced approach to resource allocation, their insights provoke thought on redefining value in our society.