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EQUALS: Reimagining Our Economy

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

We reimagine our economy one conversation at a time with activists, thinkers and politicians across the world. This podcast is co-hosted by Max Lawson, Grazielle Custódio, Annie Theriault and Nafkote Dabi. It is produced by Simon Maina, with project management by Harry Bignell.

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We are back! EQUALS Season 9 is officially here.

And we’re starting with a massive question: Is neoliberalism dead?

To answer it, we are thrilled to welcome back one of the world’s greatest economists on inequality and globalization, Branko Milanov... more

Following our conversation with Olivier De Schutter on A Roadmap to End Poverty Beyond Growth, this episode concludes our two-part series exploring bold roadmaps for a just and sustainable future.

Too often, climate breakdown and economic inequality... more

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For decades, governments have measured success with GDP growth. But even with years of economic expansion, poverty persists, inequality is growing and climate crisis is worsening.

In this episode, we speak with Olivier De Schutter, the UN Special R... more

For many Indigenous communities, inequality is not simply about income or opportunity. It is about power, representation and land.

In this episode, Nafkote Dabi and Max Lawson speak with Larissa Baldwin-Roberts, a Widjabul Wia-bal woman, climate jus... more

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Recent Guests

Branko Milanović
Leading economist on global inequality; author of The Great Global Transformation
The World Bank / Various affiliations mentioned in discussion
Episode: Is Neoliberalism Dead? with Branko Milanović
Cornelia Mohren
Researcher at World Inequality Lab, also known as Nelly
World Inequality Lab
Episode: The Global Justice Blueprint: A Roadmap to Equality, Shared Prosperity and Climate Justice
Anmol Somanchi
Researcher at World Inequality Lab
World Inequality Lab
Episode: The Global Justice Blueprint: A Roadmap to Equality, Shared Prosperity and Climate Justice
Moritz Odersky
Researcher at World Inequality Lab
World Inequality Lab
Episode: The Global Justice Blueprint: A Roadmap to Equality, Shared Prosperity and Climate Justice
Larissa Baldwin-Roberts
Influential voice in climate justice and First Nations rights
Common Threads
Episode: The Fight for First Nations Justice in Australia: how inequality and indigenous rights are intertwined
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

Hosts

Max Lawson
Host of the show with leadership in Equals and related economy-focused discussions.
Nafkote Dabi
Co-host on maternity leave; frequent participant on Equals topics.
Grazielle Custódio
Host and co-host on Equals; leads discussions and guides conversations.

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 States6 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 Kingdom6 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

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Listeners appreciate concrete policy ideas and hopeful framing.
High-quality interviews with leading thinkers on economics and rights.
Thoughtful, accessible coverage of global justice and inequality.
Strong advocacy voice with rigorous analysis.

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#163
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#44
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#146
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The Global Justice Blueprint: A Roadmap to Equality, Shared Prosperity and Climate Justice
Q: How do the hosts address concerns about pushback from the far right?
They argue that climate and inequality policies must acknowledge everyday concerns, emphasize the democratic and distributive benefits, and promote a hopeful, credible pathway rather than a catastrophe narrative, showing how reforms can improve lives while protecting the planet.
The Global Justice Blueprint: A Roadmap to Equality, Shared Prosperity and Climate Justice
Q: Why choose a global wealth tax and a global income tax as funding mechanisms?
Because funding for climate mitigation, education, and health requires mobilizing resources beyond national borders, and a global fund would distribute resources to where they are most needed, enabling large-scale investments without overburdening any single country.
The Global Justice Blueprint: A Roadmap to Equality, Shared Prosperity and Climate Justice
Q: What is the core argument of the Global Justice Report regarding growth and climate goals?
The core argument is that it is possible to achieve shared prosperity globally while maintaining planetary boundaries, by combining rapid decarbonization with sufficiency measures and a deliberate reduction of inequality within and across countries.
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.

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A data-driven, globally minded conversation about reimagining economic systems to reduce inequality while addressing climate and social needs. Episodes commonly feature researchers, policy experts, and activists who unpack mechanisms like wealth taxation, the role of the state in public goods, and practical reforms such as universal health coverage, debt relief, and the governance of global financial institutions. The show often compares socialist and capitalist approaches, highlights Indigenous and migrant perspectives, and explores how technology, policy, and activism intersect to create more equitable economies. A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on credible, hopeful narratives and concrete intermediate steps to build broad pub... more

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2. Cornelia Mohren
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4. Moritz Odersky
5. Larissa Baldwin-Roberts
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7. Quinn Slobodian
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