Six New Pilot Programs Show UBI Works | The Basic Income Show

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This episode discusses six recent studies of UBI and their implications on society, focusing on various pilot programs and their positive outcomes.

Episode 23 of The Basic Income Show!Read: https://scottsantens.substack.com/p/the-reports-of-ubis-death-are-greatlyChapters:00:00 Plugging my newest article03:56 Comingle and Bootstraps updates08:20 Boulder, CO results20:58 Alameda, CA results33:06 Ithaca, NY results47:34 New Mexico launches universal childcare51:03 Flint, MI results1:02:51 New Jersey child poverty report1:08:20 New results from Ireland1:23:25 New results from Finland1:29:03 Child allowance average1:32:46 Tempe, AZ South Park pilot1:34:08 OutroSummary:This conversation delves into six recent studies of UBI via just released guaranteed basic income pilot results. The hosts discuss the psychological benefits of UBI, including increased hope and a sense of mattering, while also addressing in response to a viewer question the potential of cryptocurrency in funding these initiatives. They highlight the importance of community support and the positive outcomes observed in various UBI pilot programs, emphasizing the need for flexible support systems for caregivers and the broader implications of financial stability on mental health. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of universal basic income…

People in this episode

Host: Scott Santens

Topics covered

• Universal Basic Income
• Pilot Programs
• Mental Health
• Economic Stability
• Child Poverty
• Community Support

Keywords

• Universal Basic Income
• UBI Pilot Programs
• Mental Health
• Economic Stability
• Child Poverty
• Community Support
• Guaranteed Income

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: RX Kids

Places: Boulder, CO, Alameda, CA, Ithaca, NY, New Mexico, Flint, MI, New Jersey, Ireland, Finland, Tempe, AZ

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