In this episode, we speak with Joel Bakan, professor of law at the University of British Columbia, award-winning author, and filmmaker, about how corporate power continues to shape — and often undermine — democracy. Drawing on his bestselling book The Corporation and its sequel The New Corporation: How “Good” Corporations Are Bad for Democracy, Joel reflects on two decades of investigating how corporations influence our societies, politics, and the environment. He shares the story behind the original book and documentary, explains why he felt compelled to return with an “unfortunately necessary sequel,” and explores the contradiction between corporations’ “caring” image and their growing power.
Why are corporations now branding themselves as socially responsible actors? How has this narrative changed since the early 2000s? And what does it mean for democracy, inequality, and justice? Join us as we unpack these urgent questions with one of the leading critical voices on corporate accountability.
Joel Bakan is a professor of law at the University of British Columbia and an internationally recognized author and filmmaker. His work critically examines the legal and social frameworks that empower corporations at the expense of democracy, equality, and the environment. His books and films, including The Corporation and The New Corporation, have been widely acclaimed for their depth, clarity, and global influence.
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