Inez Aponte
Educator, storyteller and self-described 'dissident of capitalism' who teaches Barefoot Economics / Human Scale Development and helps people reframe economic thinking around nine fundamental human needs.
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Oct 6, 2023 • 58min
Less is More
Join Kate Raworth, an economist famous for doughnut economics, Timothee Parrique, a proponent of degrowth, Inez Aponte, a storyteller promoting human-scale development, and David Barmes of Positive Money. They discuss the urgent need to rethink our capitalist model, critiquing endless growth and GDP, while exploring sustainable alternatives. Their conversations highlight community engagement, well-being economies, and innovative approaches to financial systems, emphasizing the importance of ecological and societal health over rampant consumerism.
Dec 10, 2025 • 1h 11min
Barefoot Economics in a world of Hobnailed Boots with storyteller Inez Aponte
Inez Aponte, an educator and storyteller, champions Barefoot Economics as a path away from predatory capitalism. She explores the vital distinction between fundamental needs and culturally-shaped satisfiers, illustrating concepts like subsistence, affection, and identity. Inez critiques narrow technological fixes while advocating for local economies rooted in community and connection with nature. They discuss the importance of crafting pro-social narratives and creating communal spaces to meet real needs, emphasizing that true wealth comes from satisfying these needs.
