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Ep. 002 | (Pt. 2) Here we are, like it or not: Why Should We Care
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In Part 2 of the pilot episode of 'Better Nation,' host Igor Alves, reflects on the need for more inclusive and meaningful metrics than GDP and profits. He emphasizes the importance of considering people's lived experiences, theorizes on the spread of right-wing populism, and the failure of Democrats and liberals to win more sustained support. Crucially to the show's purpose: Why should we care? Igor gives his answer and invites opinions.
The episode touches on topics like social media alienation, hyper-consumption, AI's impact, and the societal consequences of extreme wealth disparity. He also sets the stage for future discussions on innovative policy solutions and urban planning.
Chapter Titles:
00:30 Going Beyond GDP
04:26 Hyper Consumption and De-growth Economics
05:18 Unwelcome in the 2nd Gilded Age
05:24 AI and Future Challenges to Progress
09:14 Why Should We Care?
12:45 Igor's Reasons for Caring
14:58 United States of "Me"
16:54 Re-imagining Success and Wellbeing
20:08 Conclusion (Part 2)
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Chapters
1. Ep. 002 | (Pt. 2) Here we are, like it or not: Why Should We Care (00:00:00)
2. Going Beyond GDP (00:00:30)
3. Hyper Consumption and De-growth Economics (00:04:26)
4. Unwelcome in the 2nd Gilded Age (00:05:18)
5. AI and Future Challenges to Progress (00:05:24)
6. Why Should We Care? (00:09:14)
7. Igor's Reasons for Caring (00:12:45)
8. United States of "Me" (00:14:58)
9. Re-imagining Success and Wellbeing (00:16:54)
10. Conclusion (Part 2) (00:20:08)
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