Della Duncan

Della Duncan, a renegade economist and co-host of the Upstream Podcast, joins Nathalie Nahai, author and tech ethics speaker, for a heartfelt winter solstice gathering with Manda Scott. They reflect on a tumultuous year, celebrate Della's news, and discuss the importance of community amidst chaos. Topics include ethical AI implications, anti-capitalism strategies, and the need for emotional balance through mindfulness. They also emphasize nurturing future generations and the vital role of service in creating positive change.

Della Duncan, a renegade economist and Right Livelihood coach, and Nathalie Nahai, an author and digital influencer, join Manda Scott for a rich solstice conversation. They delve into the impact of AI on flourishing futures and the importance of communal practices like singing to process grief. Della encourages kindness in the face of bitterness while exploring post-capitalist parenting. Manda critiques cultural stagnation and highlights the significance of clean air and water as baselines for future living, urging a collective shift towards systemic change.

Della Duncan, renegade economist and host of Upstream Podcast, joins to discuss 'The Matrix'. Topics include: anti-capitalist critique, undertheorized collectivist leanings, reclaiming the Red Pill, influence of 'Blade', Lesson of Morpheus, US as a settler colony, exploring themes from 'The Matrix', Cypher's right-wing mentality, and self-acceptance.

Della Duncan, a renegade economist focused on post-capitalist economics, and Jennifer Hinton, a systems researcher and activist for a sustainable economy, dive into the transformative idea of a not-for-profit economy. They discuss how shifting away from profit motives could reduce inequality and ecological harm. With inspiring examples, they outline practical steps for businesses and nonprofits to adopt this model, emphasizing community connection and mental health benefits. Imagine a future where everyday life thrives without the profit chase!

Breht O’Shea, a Buddhist practitioner and Marxist educator, teams up with Della Duncan to explore the surprising intersections of Buddhism and Marxism. They discuss how both philosophies critique capitalism and advocate for liberation, highlighting the importance of personal transformation alongside systemic change. The conversation delves into class struggles, the 'three poisons' of greed, ill will, and delusion, and presents the Bodhisattva revolutionary concept, merging compassion with activism for a world free from suffering.