Katy Shields

In this engaging discussion, Katy Shields, a recovering mainstream economist and writer, dives into the pitfalls of captured economics, revealing how traditional growth metrics overshadow urgent climate and societal needs. She critiques the accountability of the economics field, likening it to a workaholic needing intervention. Katy advocates for prioritizing human well-being and environmental sustainability through an innovative shift to 'sufficiency' policies, emphasizing the necessity of interdisciplinary approaches to economics for a healthier future.