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Scene on Radio: Capitalism

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Sep 18, 2024 • 1h 3min

S7 E12: Reimagined Economies

In a thought-provoking discussion, John Fullerton, a former JPMorgan Chase executive turned sustainability advocate, leads the charge alongside Deseree Fontenot, who champions community-driven economic initiatives. Ander Exteberria highlights the power of cooperatives, particularly through the Mondragon model, while Corrina Gould emphasizes indigenous rights and economic equity. Regan Pritzker and Mateo Nube explore innovative approaches to wealth redistribution. Marjorie Kelly brings in the concept of regenerative economics, urging a fundamental shift towards sustainable practices.
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Sep 12, 2024 • 46min

Bonus: Introducing Empire City: The Untold Origin Story of the NYPD

Explore the surprising origins of the NYPD, where policing intersects with slavery and resistance. Discover personal stories that reveal deep emotional ties to systemic issues. Learn about the dark history of police brutality, exemplified through harrowing tales of victims like Miss Brown. Meet abolitionists like David Ruggles, who fought for freedom against oppressive forces. Uncover the complex relationship between the NYPD and marginalized communities, revealing an urgent call for justice and re-examining public safety.
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Sep 4, 2024 • 51min

S7 E11: Better Capitalism?

In this enlightening discussion, Lutz Schwenke, Jordi Llatje i Espinal, Marjorie Kelly, Oren Cass, Jayati Ghosh, John Fullerton, and Rick Alexander share insights on reforming capitalism. They tackle pressing issues like the need for sustainable practices and ethical banking. The conversation highlights innovative approaches to corporate responsibility and critiques monopolistic tech trends. It urges a shift from profit-maximizing to sustainable capitalism, emphasizing a focus on long-term investments that prioritize both community and environmental health.
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Aug 21, 2024 • 55min

S7 E10: The Extracted

In this insightful discussion, guests Achike Chude, a cocoa trade advocate, Chernoh Bah, an expert on the cocoa industry's impact, and Bart Van Besien, a critical voice on cocoa exploitation, explore the dark legacy of colonialism in the global chocolate market. They highlight the ongoing inequities faced by cocoa farmers in West Africa, tackle the pressing challenges of climate change, and shed light on the emotional turmoil of economic migration. The conversation underscores the stark contrast between corporate profits and the struggles of local communities.
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Aug 14, 2024 • 1h 3min

S7 E9: At the Tipping Point

Join Donella Meadows, an environmental scientist who co-authored 'The Limits to Growth', and her husband Dennis Meadows, a systems thinker, along with global visionary Aurelio Peccei and inventor Jay Forrester. They dive into the urgent critique of endless economic expansion on our finite planet. Explore the historical context of their groundbreaking study, the impact of rapid population growth, and the critical need for sustainability. They challenge current capitalist ideologies and advocate for a new economic paradigm that harmonizes human prosperity with ecological limits.
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Aug 7, 2024 • 45min

S7 E8: The People's Pushback

In a thought-provoking discussion, Esteban Kelly, an economic justice advocate, joins Josh Bivens, an economist, Malaika Jibali, a social activist, and cultural commentator Evan Caldwell. They explore the disillusionment of younger generations with capitalism, sparked by the 2008 financial crisis. The group reflects on pivotal moments like the Battle in Seattle and the rise of Occupy Wall Street, highlighting grassroots movements that challenge economic inequities. They also discuss the need for exploring alternatives to capitalism.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 58min

S7 E7: Gilded Age 2.0

Nancy MacLean, a historian focused on democracy and economic inequality, joins Edward Balleisen, an expert in regulation history, economist Brad DeLong, corporate responsibility advocate Marjorie Kelly, and policy analyst Oren Cass. They unravel how neoliberalism has shaped the perception of a rigged economy, dissecting its origins and Reagan's lasting legacy. The discussion explores labor disparities, financialization's role in wealth inequality, and the impact of globalization on American jobs, uncovering the complex threads of economic dissatisfaction in contemporary society.
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Jul 24, 2024 • 50min

S7 E6: Thirty Glorious Years

Author and historian Eric Rauchway and economist Brad DeLong delve into the nuanced history of capitalism post-World War II, discussing the shift in power balance, the '30 glorious years' of prosperity, and the influence of various individuals on shaping the economic system. They explore topics such as stock speculation in the 1920s, the impacts of the Great Depression, and the fall of the Iron Curtain on economies and ideologies. The podcast highlights the complexities of capitalism, labor income distribution, and the importance of societal considerations in economic systems.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 50min

S7 E5: A New Thing in Human History

Experts in American history, economics, and the impact of capitalism discuss the rise of a new capitalist order in the United States. They explore how the country overtook its parent in wealth, the economic motivations of the American Revolution, the ruthless capitalists of the Gilded Age, the accelerated rate of technological progress, and the impact of the Industrial Revolution on society.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 58min

S7 E4: Invisible Hand Guy?

Discover the historical roots of capitalism through Enlightenment thinkers like Spinoza and Smith. Explore the shift in mindset towards wealth accumulation, liberalism, and democracy. Unveil Adam Smith's complex philosophy beyond the 'invisible hand,' advocating for fair markets and government intervention. Dive into the evolution of capitalism through firms and the dual nature of innovation and inequality.

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