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Daniel Susskind on the Growth Dilemma
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Daniel Susskind on the Growth Dilemma

Hardly Working with Brent Orrell

June 13, 202444m 59s

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Show Notes

Americans are grappling with the complexities of economic growth, technology, and their impacts on society. This week, Brent talks with Oxford University economist Daniel Susskind, who explores these themes in his latest book Growth: A Reckoning. Together, Brent and Susskind discuss the historical context of growth, the role of technological advancements, and Susskind’s views on the need for policies that better align economic incentives with social values. 

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