This podcast episode features a dynamic panel at the LSE's 2023 festival, where leading thinkers explore what constitutes a fairer society amidst the complexities of inequality and social injustice. The discussion spans the philosophical frameworks provided by John Rawls to address fundamental fairness principles, the challenge of capitalist realism as highlighted by Aicha Chibuktu, and the necessity of solidarity economies per Swatee Deepak’s insights. The panelists also delve into the historical roots of inequality, the critical role that universities must play in promoting equity, and the introspection necessary for wealth holders to confront their privileges. Ultimately, the episode calls for imagination and urgency in rethinking our societal structures, emphasizing the need to transcend traditional liberal principles to envision a just and inclusive future.
