Adam McCauley

Roman Krznaric, a leading social philosopher and author, delves into lessons from the past to address today's pressing issues like climate change and inequality. He emphasizes the transformative power of grassroots movements and the necessity of historical awareness for sustainable living. Joined by Adam McCauley, they explore the revival of democratic dialogue through historical coffeehouses and innovative governance solutions. The conversation highlights the importance of collective identity and action in creating a responsible, engaged society.

David Runciman, a Cambridge University politics professor and author of "The Handover," teams up with Adam McCauley, a Senior Policy Advisor in Canada's Defense Department. They dive deep into the powerful triad of corporations, states, and AI, exploring how these entities shape our lives and decision-making. Runciman highlights the dangers of superhuman capabilities lacking moral grounding, while McCauley discusses the necessity of navigating technology to protect democratic values. Their conversation underscores the need to realign corporate governance with human interests.

Kohei Saito, a Japanese philosopher and author of the bestseller 'Slow Down,' discusses the urgent need to shift from growth-centric economic models to sustainable practices. Joined by writer Adam McCauley, they explore class struggles and environmental disparities post-Fukushima, critique capitalist technology's inadequacies in addressing climate challenges, and promote 'degrowth communism' as a radical response. They highlight community well-being over individual wealth and advocate for grassroots movements to drive transformative societal change toward sustainability.