Why Human Progress Is Not Inevitable - ft. Carl Frey
From Capitalisn't by University of Chicago Podcast Network
March 12, 2026 · 42 min · Season 2 · Episode 156
About this episode
Carl Frey discusses the themes of his book, arguing that technological progress is not guaranteed and can be hindered by established institutions.
In this episode, Oxford Professor Carl Frey joins the podcast to share the unsettling message of his new book, “How Progress Ends”. He argues that technological progress is far from inevitable and can easily reverse when entrenched institutions block new ideas from transforming society.
People in this episode
Host: University of Chicago Podcast Network
Guest: Carl Frey
Topics covered
- human progress
- technological progress
- institutional barriers
- societal transformation
- book discussion
Keywords
- human progress
- technological progress
- Carl Frey
- How Progress Ends
- institutional barriers
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: University of Chicago Podcast Network
Books & works: How Progress Ends
Places: Oxford
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