Team Human with Douglas Rushkoff Tom Llewellyn: Is Sharing the New Satanism?
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Dec 23, 2025 
Tom Llewellyn, Executive Director of Shareable and advocate for sharing economies, dives into the transformative power of Libraries of Things and mutual aid. He highlights how tool libraries reduce waste and financial barriers, making access more equitable. Llewellyn discusses sharing as a threat to traditional capitalism and emphasizes the importance of community resilience. With tangible steps outlined in Shareable’s Library of Things Toolkit, he encourages listeners to take action now, rebuild connections, and create sustainable practices.
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Montreuil's Big Sharing Hub
- Montreuil transformed a three-story medical building into a sharing hub with woodshops, textiles, and repair cafés.
- The city expanded the model to many neighborhoods after the initial success.
Sharing Strengthens Local Economies
- Sharing can reduce consumption without necessarily eliminating local jobs or businesses.
- Libraries of Things often strengthen local retailers by sending members to buy consumables locally.
Neighbors Built Trust Through Mutual Aid
- Tom described moving to a mountain street and quickly building trust by asking for and offering help.
- That neighborly exchange led to shared tools, emergency aid, and lasting friendships.
