The Future of Flourishing: Why We Need 'The Politics of Being' | Thomas Legrand

About this episode

Will Rucker engages with Thomas Legrand to discuss sustainable development and the importance of compassion in public policy for human flourishing.

About the Guest: Thomas Legrand is a renowned expert in sustainable development, ecological economics, and public policy. Having worked extensively with UN agencies, Legrand brings a wealth of experience in examining the intersections of environmental sustainability and socioeconomic systems. As an author, his acclaimed book, "The Politics of Being," explores transformative societal paradigms, advocating for a shift from growth-focused metrics to human flourishing. His background is further enriched by a deep spiritual journey which influences his holistic approach to social change. Episode Summary: Join host Will Rucker in a compelling episode of "Compassionate Las Vegas" as he engages with Thomas Legrand, a seasoned expert and author on sustainable development and social evolution. This particular episode is a rich exploration of how compassion serves as a timeless principle, connecting diverse facets of life, society, and the policy changes needed to support human flourishing. Dive deep into understanding how compassion translates from an individual practice to institutional policies promoting collective well-being. Thomas Legrand shares insights from his book "The Politics of…

People in this episode

Host: Will Rucker

Guest: Thomas Legrand

Topics covered

• sustainable development
• human flourishing
• public policy
• compassion
• social change

Keywords

• sustainable development
• ecological economics
• public policy
• human flourishing
• compassion

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: UN

Books & works: The Politics of Being

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