Grace Blakely
Author and commentator on political economy and capitalism, known for the book Vulture Capitalism and work on alternatives to oligarchic corporate power and democratic economic reforms.
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Dec 31, 2025 • 1h 53min
Curtain Call: All Stars Return to Talk Financial Independence, Fear, and Growth
Join financial independence advocate Brad Barrett, economist Catherine Edwards, personal finance guru Ramit Sethi, cultural commentator Megan Day, and political economist Grace Blakely as they reflect on pivotal changes in their financial journeys. Brad shares insights on the benefits of renting over homeownership. Catherine discusses the complexities of economic health and long-term policy failures. Ramit emphasizes the importance of honest money discussions in relationships. Grace warns about the fragility of the economy amid AI investments and private credit, highlighting systemic risks.
Jul 11, 2018 • 1h 37min
PFI: The Financialisation of Everything
Grace Blakely, a researcher on finance and public policy, delves into the Private Finance Initiative (PFI) and its detrimental impact on the UK public sector. She examines the PFI's intricate workings, highlighting its promotion as a solution that ultimately prioritized corporate profits over public welfare. Blakely highlights the catastrophic collapse of Carillion as a case study of financialised failure, urging a reevaluation of public ownership models. The discussion sheds light on the cultural implications of financialisation and the urgent need for systemic change in public spending.
