Bill Mitchell is a founder of Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and a leading academic in the campaign for full employment. He is a co-author of Reclaiming the State: A Progressive Vision of Sovereignty for a Post-Neoliberal World and has several honours and academic positions internationally, including being the director of the Centre of Full Employment and Equity (CofFEE). If you don't already understand MMT, listen to our episode on sustainable prosperity here . Bill has visited Adelaide for the S...
Feb 24, 2020•31 min•Ep. 57
Andrés Bernal is an Advisor to U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Andrés' research focuses on the political economy and policy design of the Green New Deal as well as the intersection of functional finance with democratic institution-building and the social/solidarity economy. Andrés is a well-regarded proponent of MMT in the United States of America, and a significant opponent to the neoliberal establishment. Our discussion with Andrés ranges from visiting Australia, another neoliber...
Feb 24, 2020•18 min•Ep. 56
Robert Costanza is an ecological economics professor and the Vice Chancellor's Chair in Public Policy at the Crawford School of Public Policy at the Australian National University. Professor Costanza is the author or co-author of over 600 scientific papers and 27 books . Bob is incredibly concerned with the importance of natural and social capital and brings several disciplines together to assess problems and formulate macroeconomic solutions for wellbeing. If you don't already understand Ecolog...
Feb 24, 2020•22 min•Ep. 55
Labour underutilisation, or unemployment, is not an acceptable state for Martin Watts an Emeritus Professor at the University of Newcastle. Despite being retired, Martin is also a Research Associate at the Centre of Full Employment and Equity ( CofFEE ). Martin is a proponent of the Job Guarantee, an important part of the Just Transition or Green Transition proposed throughout the conference. Martin also has a sophisticated understanding of contemporary macroeconomic policy and has contributed t...
Feb 24, 2020•24 min•Ep. 54
Dr James Juniper is a lecturer in economics at the University of Newcastle, and an expert in the insufficiencies of neoclassical models, as demonstrated in his book The Economic Philosophy of the Internet of Things . The ecological economics approach to MMT that James brings to the sustainability conversation takes the MMT lens away from infinite growth models and toward expanded resource-based thinking. Throughout the conversation, it becomes ever-more apparent that transdisciplinary assessment...
Feb 24, 2020•15 min•Ep. 53
Cameron Murray is a Post-Doctoral Researcher at the University of Sydney and the co-author of Game of Mates . Grey Corruption and hegemonic power are incredibly influential in establishing and maintaining the neoliberal model in Australia and many other states across the globe. Cameron's broader research and Australia-specific analysis ccombine for a damning diagnosis of the Australian system, and his findings are crucial to the success of a just transition to sustainable prosperity. This podcas...
Feb 24, 2020•21 min•Ep. 52
Tyson Yunkaporta is an Indigenous Australian philosopher who has written an intriguing book, Sand Talk . As a preface to a 'yarn' or conversation about how to solve world issues, Tyson isolates a few problems with the current economic paradigm for modern societies. Tyson's presentation at the conference included some Indigenous perspectives on how a just transition might proceed in Australia. If you don't already understand MMT, listen to our episode on sustainable prosperity here . Tyson has vi...
Feb 24, 2020•43 min•Ep. 51
The Senior Economic Advisor to Bernie Sanders and the Professor of Public Policy and Economics at Stonybrook University NY joins David and Tim in the studio to discuss the historical precedent for dealing with the climate crisis and changing our societies to benefit everyone justly. Stephanie is a post-Keynesian economist who has significance in the world of MMT, which if you don't already understand, listen to our episode on sustainable prosperity here . Stephanie has visited Adelaide for the S...
Jan 14, 2020•21 min•Ep. 50
Youngblood, David's ashtanga teacher, joins us in the studio to discuss Amy Chua's book The Triple Package. The book describes three traits that successful groups tend to have in common that explain how some cultural groups do better than others. Despite the initial controversy regarding Amy's argument, David, Tim, and Youngblood find merit through unpacking the core traits in an unbiased lens. If you have any thoughts, questions, or want to present your argument, contact us and send us an audio...
Jan 12, 2020•30 min•Ep. 49
Really love a specific episode of the podcast but struggle to recall it when telling your peers about it? This is the episode for you. It's been a full year of Blind Insights and we would love nothing more than for you to feel not only that you have learned something, but also that you can take that information with you. Enter Anastasia Woolmer, Australia's first female memory champion and two-time winner. With just 5 months of training, Anastasia went from an average memory to an internationall...
Jan 08, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 48
Usually, on Blind Insights, we discuss frightening topics but this episode is very different: It will restore your faith in humanity. David and Tim interview Nicholas Christakis, author of Blueprint, a book that explains the cycles of human societies and instils or restores faith in humanity. Nicholas Christakis is the Sterling Professor of Social and Natural Science at Yale University. This title is awarded to Professor Christakis to recognise him as the best in the fields of network science; b...
Jan 07, 2020•52 min•Ep. 47
David and Tim ponder the craziness and stress that plagues this holiday season and come to the conclusion that we should all slow down and make the effort to connect with one another in the ways that mean most to our peers. From ours to yours, we wish you happy holidays and may the next year bring you the conditions for flourishing. If you have any thoughts, questions, or want to present your argument, contact us and send us an audio clip at timwhiffen@auscastnetwork.com Support the show: https:...
Dec 23, 2019•12 min•Ep. 46
Tim and David talk to Gabrielle and Steven about the potentially world-changing conference happening in Adelaide in January to help our listeners get access to what will be an amazing event. Excited to attend the conference, we discuss the details of attending and what can be done to support and get access to the event if it's not practical to attend. Registration is now open! Click here for ticket information. Please contact us if you are interested in presenting at the conference. You can also...
Dec 17, 2019•15 min
Tim and David talk to Gabrielle and Steven about the potentially world-changing conference happening in Adelaide in January to help our listeners get access to what will be an amazing event. Excited for another chat with Steven we go into detail about why this conference is important and what can be done to support and get access to the event if it's not practical to attend. Registration is now open! Click here for ticket information. Please contact us if you are interested in presenting at the ...
Dec 17, 2019•33 min
On this episode of Blind Insights, David brings his favourite barista-turned-actor into the studio, Nic Darrigo , Nic has his own comedy podcast The Nick and Stefan Show , but more importantly, Tim and David talk to Nic about his career choice, and what it took for Nic to act and be himself. Why is being yourself so important? Nic has wonderful insights into presence and charisma, and what it takes to bring yourself up from lack of direction to habituating being yourself. If you have any thought...
Dec 04, 2019•55 min•Ep. 45
We measure success by income and productivity, yet this misses the mark for comparing countries long term. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is an inadequate measurement for ecological economist Phil Lawn from the University of Adelaide. David and Tim caught up with Phil to discuss the shortcomings of GDP and the alternatives to measure the genuine progress of a country, it's a lot more complicated than you may think, and the implications for resource use and the welfare of people are massive. If you...
Nov 15, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 44
Now we understand MMT , and have a model for sustaining our existence, what can we do to bring more people up from unemployment and poverty? A Federal Job Guarantee is designed to ensure everyone who can work and is willing, will have a job. Steven Hail, a Doctor of Economics from the University of Adelaide joins Tim and David in the studio to explain. If you're interested in some of these ideas, please consider coming to the conference in Adelaide in January 2020. If you have any thoughts, ques...
Nov 12, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 43
David and Tim were suitably impressed with Dr Steven Hail on the podcast in episode 40 of Blind Insights . The episode is a great listen but there was definitely room to debrief and revisit the information to solidify learning. If you have any thoughts, questions, or want to present your argument, contact us and send us an audio clip at timwhiffen@auscastnetwork.com Support the show: https://auscast-network.myshopify.com/collections/blind-insights See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
Oct 29, 2019•22 min
We get the two geniuses behind the Auscast Network to discuss the immense strength of the Hills Cider Co. Hybrid Series Apple and Ginger Cider . We discuss the state of podcasting, how difficult it is to get a good beer, how perfume is made, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome. We also delve into the Kiwi beer, Epic Armageddon , for those of us who dislike ginger. Andy Martin of Studio Creations and Liam Carter of Cartel Media are the dynamic duo that make the Auscast Network, the network that hosts Bl...
Oct 28, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 3
When we work for others our sense of success often bears on feeling appreciated by our colleagues and bosses. So how do we communicate and receive appreciation in the workplace when we all feel it in different ways? Dr Paul White is the author of 5 languages of Appreciation in the Workplace, a book that details why we speak different languages and how to learn other languages. If you're interested in Dr White's work, you can find more at Appreciation at Work. If you have any thoughts, questions,...
Oct 25, 2019•53 min•Ep. 42
Being honest is the key to mental health, acknowledging problems and doing something about them is difficult, but when you accept your responsibility you can accomplish great things in your relationships and in your personal life. David and Tim talk with Cortney Warren PhD & Clinical Psychologist, her new book "The Lies We Tell Ourselves: The Psychology of Self Deception" and how to confront our own self-deception and approach others who deceive themselves. You can reach Cortney Warren at ch...
Oct 17, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 41
We've talked about the end of growth and that is damning enough for our current system, but if we come up with solutions for lack of resources, how can we afford them? Steven Hail , professor of economics at the University of Adelaide, is a proponent of Modern Monetary Theory, a system of thought about money that could turn Australian politics upside down. Settle in for a grand episode where money is demystified. If this episode interests you, make sure to check out the conference with Stephanie...
Sep 27, 2019•57 min•Ep. 40
On this episode of Blind Drunk, David and Tim take Brad and Peter along on a journey with a wonderful Imperial Brown Ale from Deeds Brewing . Climbing Mountains, learning the Chinese way, and commenting on terrible films, the guys enjoy the dessert beer and get rather metaphysical with learning. This is one for the artists and storytellers, come along for a drink, a discussion, and a few hearty laughs. If you have any drink suggestions, or have a great idea for a spirited conversation, contact u...
Sep 15, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 2
David and Tim were invited to give a talk to some of the most thoughtful and well trained ethicists in Adelaide, to discuss the tenability of effective altruism from the perspective of David as a person with visual impairment. David trains people to use (and choose between) a raft of skills and heuristics, so that they can ask deeper questions, identify assumptions, challenge biases, communicate more effectively, plan more reliably, and empower themselves to create better outcomes. His ultimate ...
Sep 13, 2019•49 min•Ep. 39
Anders Breivik has set a precedent of assessing young, white angry males as being psychologically unstable when in reality he was politically radical, committed, and motivated. In this episode of Blind Insights, David and Tim speak to Paj Sandu about the processes of right wing white radialisation in the west. If you have any thoughts, questions, or want to present your argument, contact us and send us an audio clip at timwhiffen@auscastnetwork.com Support the show: https://auscast-network.mysho...
Sep 06, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 38
After 20 years of mass shootings in America nothing seems to change. Could regulating firearms, like in Australia, work in the United States, and, if not, are there any workable alternatives? If you have any thoughts, questions, or want to present your argument, contact us and send us an audio clip at timwhiffen@auscastnetwork.com Support the show: https://auscast-network.myshopify.com/collections/blind-insights See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
Sep 02, 2019•19 min•Ep. 37
Following the popular episode where David and Tim explored many of William Glasser's ideas, they teamed up with Christine Duffield of the WIlliam Glasser Institute Australia to explore further. Glasser Australia is a non-profit organisation that teaches the theories and practices of Dr William Glasser. If you have any thoughts, questions, or want to present your argument, contact us and send us an audio clip at timwhiffen@auscastnetwork.com Support the show: https://auscast-network.myshopify.com...
Sep 01, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 36
It's cold, it's dark, it's painful, and it's probably the best thing you can do to start your day. Cold showers are a great habit to get into, David and Tim explain why and give you their tips for the long-held practice of water torture. If you have any thoughts, questions, or want to present your argument, contact us and send us an audio clip at timwhiffen@auscastnetwork.com Support the show: https://auscast-network.myshopify.com/collections/blind-insights See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...
Aug 29, 2019•11 min
David and Tim crack open some Prancing Pony Pale Ale with friends Josh Morrow of Momo Toons and Dr John Bruni of Sage International Australia. In this seminal episode of Blind Drunk, the fellas establish some structure to the show and enjoy their first beer of the series. Topics include, are sequels better than the original? What problems CGI pose for dead actors? Dubai Debauchery, and David's strange mind are also discussed. Here's the beer we drunk! Prancing Pony Pale Ale! Please also check ou...
Aug 20, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 1
David and Tim talk to Suzanne Eder about her excellent TED talk , The Dark Side of Self-Improvement, and how to get comfortable with the idea of loving yourself. To find out more about Suzanne's work, and read some of her writing, please check out her website . If you have any thoughts, questions, or want to present your argument, contact us and send us an audio clip at timwhiffen@auscastnetwork.com Support the show: https://auscast-network.myshopify.com/collections/blind-insights See omnystudio...
Aug 18, 2019•53 min•Ep. 35
