Susan Erikson

Susan Erikson, a medical anthropologist and author of "Investable!", dives into the world of pandemic bonds—financial instruments designed to address health crises. She unpacks how the financialization of global health turns pandemics into investment opportunities, often benefiting investors at the expense of public health. Erikson shares her extensive research journey, revealing the complex interplay between financial markets and health crises. Her insights highlight the risks of relying on speculative finance for our health security.

Susan Erikson, a medical anthropologist and expert in health political economy, dives into her book, exploring the unsettling world of pandemic bonds. She reveals how international bankers turn health crises into lucrative investments, often prioritizing profit over public good. Erikson uncovers the design flaws and troubling triggers of these bonds that hinder timely responses to outbreaks. With insights gained from extensive global research, she extends her critique toward future financial risks, including environmental factors and AI modeling.