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#131- Citizens: A Better Future: A Dialogue with Jon Alexander

#131- Citizens: A Better Future: A Dialogue with Jon Alexander

FromConverging Dialogues


#131- Citizens: A Better Future: A Dialogue with Jon Alexander

FromConverging Dialogues

ratings:
Length:
97 minutes
Released:
Apr 24, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with Jon Alexander about a citizens story for humanity. They begin by talking about the consumer's story, how reciprocity and interdependence work in a citizens story, and how one sees the subject, consumer, and citizen story in a our present society. They talk about Taiwan as a case study of the citizen model and where populism fits into the citizen story. They discuss whether institutional reform is possible, practical features, and many other topics. 
Jon Alexander is the Co-Founder of the New Citizenship project, a company design to shift individuals and companies from a consumer model to citizen model. He has an extensive background in advertising and three Masters degrees. He is also the former Chair of the Food Ethics Council. You can find his book, Citizens, and the project here. Twitter: @jonjalex
Released:
Apr 24, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Converging Dialogues is a podcast that is designed to have honest and authentic conversations with a diversity of thoughts and opinions. Wide-ranging topics include philosophy, psychology, politics, and social commentary. A spirit of civility, respect, and open-mindedness is the guiding compass. Views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or associated parties. Original music and production: Luke Francis | Design: Gaby Bonilla