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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
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Join us for an enlightening conversation with renowned businesswoman and author Betsy Atkins who has served on 39 - yes, you read that correctly -public boards!
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Today, former Secretary of State for Health and Social Care and past Chancellor of the Exchequer, Mr. Sajid Javid, shares his profound insights on the intersection of ethics and public policy.
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Join us as we speak with Shravin Mittal, the visionary Founder and CEO of Unbound, and Managing Director of Bharti Global Ltd, to explore the dynamic interplay between innovation, connectivity, and ethical responsibility in an ever-evolving world of technology!
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Join us in this episode as Peter Hood, a distinguished counsel at King & Spalding's London office, shares invaluable insights into the critical intersection of legal frameworks, ethical business practices, and human rights responsibilities.
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Join us as we speak with Rishi Khosla, CEO and Co-founder of OakNorth Bank, to explore the innovative strides and transformative impact his digital bank is making in empowering small and medium-sized enterprises in the ever-evolving world of finance.
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
In this episode, we delve into the transformative world of liberation theology, exploring how this dynamic theological approach interweaves faith and social justice.
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
In this episode, we delve into the powerful connections between foreign languages, sportsmanship, and the art of poetry with Dr Tim Beard who reveals how these elements coalesce to foster a healthy and resilient mind.
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Join us as we dive into the profound musings of a seasoned legal mind, KC Satvik Varma, who dissects the complex intersections of policy, ethics, and the legal landscape.