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Collective Evolution with Joe MartinoAuthor: Collective Evolution
We explore new and emerging ideas in philosophy, well-being, human potential, consciousness and more as we seek clarity and direction through heavily changing times. Virtually every aspect of our society is crumbling or transitioning media, technology, consciousness, economies, education, relationships and more. Old ways of looking at and understanding our world are no longer relevant, and new ways encourage us to look more deeply at why our world is the way it is, and what about US creates it to be this way. The questions of who we are, why we are here, and what future we truly want to create, are on the table for us to re-approach. Language: en Genres: Education, How To, Philosophy, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 55 | The Wake Up Call We All Need To Hear About Society with Chris Agnos
Friday, 11 April, 2025
In this episode, Joe and Chris explore the complexities of market economies, the illusion of freedom in ownership, and the challenges posed by competition. They discuss how the current system is designed to prioritize profit over community and well-being, leading to ecological and social issues. They discuss the potential for alternative economies and the importance of rebuilding the commons through community-driven initiatives. The conversation also includes some practice steps toward exploring a solution now that could allow people to exist outside of the current market while still being able to participate in the market. Chris Agnos is the creator of The People’s Library, a vision for a parallel economy built on cooperation, shared access, and care. After years of exploring the root causes behind inequality, environmental destruction, and social disconnection, Chris came to a powerful realization: the market itself—with its foundations in competition, ownership, and profit—is driving the very crises we’re trying to solve. 🌱 What is the People’s Library? The People’s Library is a new kind of economy—one that exists alongside markets but isn’t defined by profit, ownership, or competition. Inspired by the simplicity of a public library, it’s a system where food, housing, transportation, tools, and more are shared within a community, not bought or sold. Instead of working just to survive, people contribute meaningfully to their communities and access what they need—without rent, debt, or scarcity. It’s about freedom, purpose, and thriving together. 🌐 Explore the Movement: https://www.ThePeoplesLibrary.life ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chrisagnos Here is a document with a ton more relevant links for The People's Library: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRWwV4i0-qDvmxXXTiZ4Au3Jtin0vWZrK-ndh5FMf8M16K-DAxTb_dSUQqfFV9uxx8bF3OgypPH6U3c/pub Listen on: Spotify here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/37J0b9HWU6EOahFIa4LPQAApple Podcasts here - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ep-55-the-wake-up-call-we-all-need-to-hear-about/id1327602180?i=1000703148080 Visit our sponsor: https://www.despierta.one/ Use discount code CEPODCAST for 15% offJoin our email list - https://www.collective-evolution.com/ce-insightI'd love for you to join our membership to support our work, it goes a long way in helping - https://explorerlounge.one/
