In this thought-provoking episode, we sits down with Grace Blakeley, renowned author of "Vulture Capitalism," to dismantle the myth of free markets and expose the deep-seated inequalities and corporate manipulations that shadow our economic systems. Grace eloquently unveils the realities of neoliberal economics, the role of state power, and the importance of collective action in forging a path towards genuine societal freedom. Whether you're an economic novice or a seasoned analyst, this episode offers a compelling insight into the mechanisms that drive our world.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:00 - A Background To Grace
00:01:31 - Why The Death of Freedom?
00:05:30 - The Power of Influence (Greensill)
00:06:14 - 76 Billion In Dividends
00:06:51 - Backdoor Bailouts & The Unfree Free Market (Boeing)
00:08:53 - Disaster Capitalism & The State Routinisation of Crime
00:11:05 - The Criminalisation of Homelessness, Wealth Inequality & Austerity
00:13:55 - Concentrations of Power, Influence & Capital
00:16:04 - Lobbying, Donations & Climate Breakdown (ExxonMobil)
00:17:57 - Nudging Over The Edge (Nudge Unit & The Windrush Scandal)
00:19:46 - Powerlessness (Brexit, North South Divide & A Poverty of Opportunity).
00:21:43 - Opportunities for Change (The Lucas Plan)
00:22:27 - Collective Consciousness vs. Toxic Individualism
00:24:25 - A Background To Wealth Inequality (Gary Stevenson) the UKs £800bn Deficit and The Consequences of Austerity
00:28:56 - Capital Strike & Capital Flight (Zambia)
00:30:05 - The Architects and The Bees (The Preston Model and More).
00:31:37 - Key Takeaways
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