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EQUALS: Reimagining Our Economy

EQUALS
Inequality
Climate Change
Global South
Colonialism
IMF
Economic Inequality
Climate Justice
Capitalism
Oxfam
Fossil Fuels
Kenya
Universal Basic Income
South Africa
Debt Crisis
Taxation
Protests
Social Mobility
Environmental Law
Climate Finance
Global North

A podcast about inequality. We reimagine our economy one conversation at a time with activists, thinkers and politicians across the world. This podcast is hosted by Max Lawson, Grazielle Custódio, Annie Theriault and Nafkote Dabi and produced by Simon Maina.

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Latest Episodes

What happens when basic public goods become a private, paid for service, education becomes a profit-turning treadmill and meanwhile millions live in chronic insecurity?

In this episode Max and Grazielle interview renowned economist Guy Standing, exp... more

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This week on EQUALS, we explore “Muskism” — the growing power of tech billionaires and what it means for democracy, inequality, and the future of society.

Authors Quinn Slobodian and Ben Tarnoff argue that Elon Musk is not just a billionaire entrepr... more

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In this episode, Adam Hanieh explains why crises like war, financial shocks, and pandemics don’t stay where they start. They move through the structures of the global economy.

He explains how the effect of the Middle East war is going to move beyon... more

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In this episode, we move beyond measuring inequality to examine how it is lived and experienced by people who are affected by it and why that distinction matters for policy.

Dr. Wanga Zembe-Mkabile, social policy expert and one of the Founding Commi... more

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Recent Guests

Guy Standing
Economist and author known for works on inequality and the commons
University of Bath (author of The Precariat, Human Capital)
Episode: The Privatization of Education and Plunder of Common Goods
Quinn Slobodian
Co-author of Muskism, a Guide for the Perplexed
Book author, Muskism
Episode: Muskism: How Big Tech Is Reshaping Power, Politics, and Democracy
Ben Tarnoff
Co-author of Muskism, a Guide for the Perplexed
Book author, Muskism
Episode: Muskism: How Big Tech Is Reshaping Power, Politics, and Democracy
Hana Ivanhoe
Colleague assisting in discussion on social media and AI
Equals podcast collaborator
Episode: Muskism: How Big Tech Is Reshaping Power, Politics, and Democracy
Adam Hanieh
Professor at SOAS, Director of SOAS Middle East Institute
SOAS, University of London
Episode: War, Oil, and Inequality: Who Wins and Who Loses
Wanga Zembe
Founding committee member of the International Panel on Inequality; researcher focused on poverty, health, and inequality
International Panel on Inequality (IPI)
Episode: The Inequality Emergency: The Case for an International Panel on Inequality
Isabel Frey
Expert discussing the IPI concept
Episode: The Making of the International Panel on Inequality
Katy Sharaborty
Expert discussing the IPI concept
Episode: The Making of the International Panel on Inequality
Trine Østereng
Think Tank Agenda researcher and author on inequality in Norway
Agenda
Episode: Is Norway Really Equal? The Truth About Wealth Inequality

Hosts

Annie
Host of Equals, Equals podcast
Grazielle Custódio
Co-host of EQUALS: Reimagining Our Economy, Host of Equals
Max Lawson
Host of Equals, leads conversation
Nafkote Dabi
Co-host of EQUALS, EQUALS

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Must listen for anyone interested in building a more equal world

    An excellent podcast for those new to the struggle for global justice and veterans alike. Not just a polemic about global inequality, but a deep and accessible exploration of why the system is the way it is and what we can do to fix it — subjects ranging from tax havens to the labor movement to global vaccine equity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael_R_G
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic interview and inspirational conversation!

    This was a great podcast with a renowned thinker and writer covering all things racism, Black Lives Matter, civil rights movement and inequalities during the pandemic. Well worth a listen, short and straight to the point. Keep up great work Equals!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maryam rana naeem
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Inequality Fighter

    Essential listening to understand how crucial tackling inequality is as one of the big crises of our age. Interesting guests and informative interviews

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Inequality Fighter
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Great analysis

    Excellent conversations about navigating our new world as a social justice warrior. Love from Australia!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Booboo620
    Australia6 years ago
  • Excellent interview

    Prof. Darrick Hamilton was amazingly clear in his explanations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TMT-DC
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Sharp, thoughtful discussions that connect global inequality to everyday life
Sound quality and guest variety are generally strong, with room for consistent production polish
The hosts balance rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling
High-quality, inspiring conversations that motivate action and advocacy
Guests bring diverse expertise and credible perspectives on policy

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#59
United Kingdom/Government
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#94
Canada/Government
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#177
Australia/Government
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#196
Italy/Government
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#241
France/Government
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#16
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Privatization of Education and Plunder of Common Goods
Q: What would you say to critics who claim basic income would erode the obligation to provide public services like health and education?
Critics argue that basic income would weaken public services, but the response is that public services have already been eroded by privatization; strong, secure citizens are better able to defend and sustain welfare systems, and basic security enables people to stand up for rights and maintain investment in education and public goods.
Muskism: How Big Tech Is Reshaping Power, Politics, and Democracy
Q: Are you confident we can understand this as a movement, as you were saying Fordism?
Yes, the authors contend that Muskism reflects not just a personality but a structural reorganization of society driven by private tech power, systemic thinking, and the digitization of everyday life, which requires new political strategies beyond traditional tax fixes.
Muskism: How Big Tech Is Reshaping Power, Politics, and Democracy
Q: Can you start for our listeners by outlining the main arguments and observations that your book makes and also what the benefits are of shifting our perception, I would say, from Musk, the man, to the movement?
The book argues Muskism is a symptom of broader social forces—digital capitalism, deglobalization, and evolving sovereignty. By viewing Musk as a movement rather than a single individual, readers can see how tech monopolies and private infrastructures shape markets, policy, and public life, and how to imagine counter-movements that reassert democratic control.
War, Oil, and Inequality: Who Wins and Who Loses
Q: Could you tell us about how global shocks like this deepen inequality around the world and what the long-term implications for people might be?
Adam explains that crises disproportionately hit the most vulnerable in the global south, with policy responses often favoring powerful interests; long-term effects include higher food and energy costs, disrupted supply chains, and widened inequality, unless a coordinated global response shifts away from fossil fuels and addresses remittance and labor dynamics.
Beyond the Political Noise: How Migrants Are Used as Scapegoats for the Real Crisis
Q: Zoe, what drew you to this area of work and how did you get into it?
Zoe explains a background in studying inequality and EU asylum policy, realizing migrants are among the most marginalized and deciding that advocacy in this area is the most important cause to fight for.

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A rigorous, globally minded examination of inequality and policy choices shaping economies and societies. Episodes feature activists, scholars, and policymakers dissecting topics like wealth concentration, debt, climate justice, migration, and gender equality, often anchoring discussions in real-world impacts and concrete case studies. Notable patterns include cross-continental perspectives, emphasis on systemic reform, and a willingness to explore institutional design—such as new international panels or policy instruments—to address structural disparities. The show often centers voices from the Global South and frontline communities, offering pragmatic paths toward more equitable economic arrangements while challenging orthodox neoliberal ... more

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1. Guy Standing
2. Quinn Slobodian
3. Ben Tarnoff
4. Hana Ivanhoe
5. Adam Hanieh
6. Wanga Zembe
7. Isabel Frey
8. Katy Sharaborty

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