Monday Aug 26, 2024
Andrew Sheng: Rethinking Global Finance in a Fragmented World
Omelas
What role do philosophy and religion play in modern economies? How can the financial sector be used as a force for positive change? Explore these topics and more with Omelas, the podcast shining a light in the dark corners of economics, philosophy, religion and justice.
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Omelas
Of all the topics in the world, why economics, philosophy, and religion? My name is Aryaman Varma and I was brought up in a conservative Hindu family living in London. My introduction to religion was perhaps a strange one. When I was three, my dad was held hostage by violent religious extremists at the Taj Hotel in Mumbai, India.
My dad was one of the lucky ones, escaping with his life when many others did not. For me, this close encounter with extremism made me question the role of religion in everyday life and how it shapes world economies.
This podcast itself is named after the short utopian essay titled The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas. In this brief fiction, the author, Ursula K. Le Guin, invites readers to picture their own sense of the most happy society. However, the flourishing of the whole society is dependent on the perpetual pain and misery of one (ten) year old child. I began to think of this essay's practical relationship with the real world - e.g. offshoring and child labour in sweatshops. Hence, I am eager to explore the intricate relationship between ethics, economics and justice.
The unusualness of my experiences and the investigation of a niche and a developing topic must make this podcast a fascinating and intellectual listen.
Tune in to the Omelas podcast as I chat with economists, religious leaders and modern philosophers to help shine a light on the dark corners of economics, philosophy, religion and justice. Stream episodes through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, PodBean and more.
Episodes
Episodes
Monday Aug 05, 2024
Monday Aug 05, 2024
Join us as we dive into Jamie Beaton's journey with Crimson Education, exploring how he's revolutionizing university admissions and online learning for students worldwide.
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Join us as we delve into the profound connections between religious beliefs and the development of economic thought with Harvard economist Benjamin M. Friedman.
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Join us as we delve into the evolving landscape of moral philosophy with Stephen Darwall - The Andrew Downey Orrick Professor of Philosophy at Yale University.
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
In this episode, Spencer Collins, Arm's Chief Legal Officer, delves into the dynamic world of technology law, sharing insights on navigating legal complexities in an era of groundbreaking innovation and global business expansion.
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Join us as we delve into the complex world of global ethics and justice with renowned philosopher Thomas Pogge - The Director of the Global Justice Program and Leitner Professor of Philosophy and International Affairs at Yale University.
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Join us as we delve into the dynamic world of international trade and macroeconomics with expert insights from Yale's Ana Cecilia Fieler.
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Join us as we delve into the transformative work of the Alsama Project with Richard Verity, uncovering how they're changing lives through education and empowerment in Lebanon.
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Dive into a captivating discussion on liberty, ethics and the state with esteemed philosopher Philip N. Pettit - the L.S. Rockefeller University Professor of Politics and Human Values at Princeton University.