SystemShift

On January 22nd comes the third season of SystemShift. This season explores how we can create an economic system that benefits both people and the planet.   Carl Schlyter is joined by two new hosts, Joycelyn Longdon and Yewande Omotoso. Together they will speak to guests from all around the world to ask the question: Can change happen in our lifetime?   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

María Llanos del Corral, a pioneer in community-driven development and the visionary behind the Eroles and La Bolina projects, shares her wealth of experience in fostering cooperative power through grassroots organising and groundbreaking project implementation. Listeners will discover the profound impact of radical friendship as a cornerstone of trust-building within projects aimed at social regeneration and repopulation. María delves into the imperative of challenging market-driven paradigms that dehumanise individuals, particularly migrants. Discover how La Bolina's initiatives are reshaping societal norms, challenging traditional power structures, and inspiring positive change in rural areas. Gain practical wisdom on overcoming fear, nurturing inclusive collaboration, and reclaiming ambition in the pursuit of a more equitable and sustainable future.SystemShift comes from Greenpeace Nordic and is hosted by Greenpeace Sweden campaigner, Carl Schlyter, and produced by Alexia Fridén, with additional support from Zane Ford, Christian Aslund and Attila Kulcsár. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ashish Kothari draws on his experience in the areas of wildlife and biodiversity to explore the profound consequences of human disconnection from nature. From bonding with a baby monkey in Kerala to discussing the impact of farmer protests in North India, we navigate through the interconnected realms of psychology, economics, and ecology. The conversation delves into personal anecdotes, societal implications, and potential alternatives to our modern, urbanised lifestyles and looks at various transformations taking place on the ground. Learn about the "flower of transformation" and how its five petals – politics, economics, society, culture and knowledge, and environment and ecology – intertwine to shape a holistic perspective for a better world. Ashish goes into detail with an inspiring example of 5,000 marginalised Dalit women farmers in India who successfully transitioned to sustainable, collective farming practices and movements advocating for food sovereignty, such as the recent farmer protests in North India against laws promoting commercialisation. SystemShift comes from Greenpeace Nordic and is hosted by Greenpeace Sweden campaigner, Carl Schlyter, and produced by Alexia Fridén, with additional support from Zane Ford, Christian Aslund and Attila Kulcsár. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the SystemShift podcast, Tove Maria Ryding from the European Network on Debt and Development (Eurodad) joins us for a thought-provoking discussion on the crucial need for a UN tax convention. Delving into the intersection of tax and environmental issues, Tove looks at the principles that should guide the establishment of a fair global tax system. She emphasises the importance of preventing countries from becoming tax havens, ensuring accountability in tax spending, and simplifying the complex network of international tax treaties. The episode explores the impact on small and medium enterprises, the ongoing UN negotiations for a tax convention, and the potential contributions of tax reforms to a wellbeing economy. Listeners are encouraged to take action and demand accountability from their politicians, shedding light on the groundbreaking developments in the push for a fair and effective global tax system. Tune in to gain insights into the complexities of the current tax landscape and discover how individuals can play a role in shaping a more equitable future.SystemShift comes from Greenpeace Nordic and is hosted by Greenpeace Sweden campaigner, Carl Schlyter, and produced by Alexia Fridén, with additional support from Zane Ford, Christian Aslund and Attila Kulcsár. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amanda Janoo, Economics and Policy Lead at the Wellbeing Economy Alliance, looks at how we can reshape economic models to align with both ecological preservation and human flourishing. Amanda takes us on a journey through the wellbeing economy movement, scrutinising how the conventional emphasis on growth and wealth maximisation has exacerbated crises like climate change, inequality, and mental health issues. She dissects the impact of the current failing economic and financial systems on the environment and human lives, highlighting the urgent need for a paradigm shift towards a wellbeing-oriented economy. Drawing parallels between Wales and Canada's alternative national performance frameworks to GDP, Amanda underscores the need to integrate social and ecological wellbeing into decision-making processes. She champions participatory democracy, citing Spain's citizens' assembly on climate as an empowering example.SystemShift comes from Greenpeace Nordic and is hosted by Greenpeace Sweden campaigner, Carl Schlyter, and produced by Alexia Fridén, with additional support from Zane Ford, Christian Aslund and Attila Kulcsár. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our podcast, SystemShift, returns for a second season where we look beyond the problems of our economic system and take you on a quest to piece together what a wellbeing economy could look like and how we can get there. We’ll delve into the shadows to reveal the myths and disinformation that shroud our understanding of the current failing economic and financial systems that drive the exploitation of people and the planet.Ordinary people in many countries are feeling besieged by a multiplicity of crises - including a cost-of-living crisis that has many of them focusing on their immediate needs, leaving them with reduced mental space to grapple with long-term existential threats such as climate change. It's this entanglement of survival and need for foresight that can leave many people feeling paralysed—overwhelmed by the juxtaposition of today's struggles and the looming environmental catastrophe.The second season will be released on Friday, February 2nd, with a new episode coming out on a weekly basis.SystemShift comes from Greenpeace Nordic and is hosted by Greenpeace Sweden campaigner, Carl Schlyter, and produced by Alexia Fridén, with additional support from Zane Ford, Christian Aslund and Attila Kulcsár. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ariane König shares her work on studying complex systems, as well as practical advice for creating a regenerative society. She dives deep into defining what a system is in complex social-ecological-technological systems and stresses the significance of collective intelligence and transdisciplinary approaches in her research. Ariane discusses the work of political economist Elinor Ostrom on social coordination and the mechanisms that govern it, with examples of how market competition and government regulation fail, particularly in the case of common goods that are limited in their supplies. The conversation then looks at how to create a regenerative society, which involves both top-down and bottom-up approaches. Ariane highlights the need for local action and engaging in activities that can help regenerate the ecosystem, be it in an urban or rural setting. Ariane König is an assistant professor at the University of Luxembourg leading a team on social ecological systems research. https://www.citizenscience.lu/ transformation-lab.luThis episode of SystemShift comes from Greenpeace Nordic and is hosted by Greenpeace Sweden campaigner, Carl Schlyter, and produced by Alexia Fridén, with additional support from Ariadna Rodrigo, Juliana Costa, Christian Aslund and Attila Kulcsár. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The renowned development economist, Jayati Ghosh, offers an eye-opening perspective on the different facets of inequality and the need for systemic change to address them, bringing together her interests in international trade and finance, employment patterns in developing countries, as well as issues related to gender and development. Ghosh argues for the need to redress the power imbalances which are reinforcing socially irrational and unjust policies. Through the prisms of gender inequality, social discrimination, and the global power dynamics between countries, Ghosh looks at how relational inequality impacts the ability of individuals or groups to influence the actions of others, affecting their agency and power. She delves into the undervaluing and under-rewarding of care work, to highlight the lack of power and voice that care workers and unpaid caregivers have in society compared to the significant influence of financial institutions and corporations. Ghosh also critiques the worldwide prevalence of crony capitalism and plutocracy, and - as an antidote to despair - she argues the need for mobilisation and collective action to increase the power of those who need it.Jayati Ghosh taught economics at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi for nearly 35 years, and since January 2021 has been Professor of economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She is co-chair of the Independent Commission for the Reform of International Corporate Taxation and a member of the UN Secretary-general’s High-Level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism and the World Health Organization's Council on the Economics of Health for All.Thoughts and suggestions? Email us at SystemShift@greenpeace.orgThis episode of SystemShift comes from Greenpeace Nordic and is hosted by Greenpeace campaigner and former Swedish politician and Green MEP, Carl Schlyter, and produced by Alexia Fridén, with additional support from Ariadna Rodrigo, Juliana Costa, Christian Aslund and Attila Kulcsár at Greenpeace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.