Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Episode 51 of Revolution Now, Peter Joseph discusses sociological causality and its profound influence on human behavior. He emphasizes that systemic change, especially in the economy, is necessary to alter behavior, and activism must focus on changing the system itself, not just individual minds. He also explains the difference between internal and external system regulation, and hence the importance of cybernetic self-regulation, while offering a critique regarding the inefficiency of government regulation in managing market forces, noting that market dynamics, driven by money, overpower democratic efforts to correct issues like environmental degradation and… Read more: EPISODE 51

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Episode 50 of Revolution Now, Peter Joseph delves into the history and consequences of capitalism’s dominance, highlighting how market forces, rooted in colonialism, shape global politics. He discusses Noam Chomsky’s insights on the United States’ role in solidifying capitalist supremacy, emphasizing that capitalism and democracy are incompatible. The system, driven by market incentives, perpetuates a hierarchy of private property “dictatorships,” leading to oppression and environmental degradation. Joseph critiques the belief in “free markets,” calling out the dangers of reducing governmental regulation and embracing market hegemony. He connects the rise of fascistic, pro-market ideologies… Read more: EPISODE 50

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now Episode 49, Peter Joseph explores the impacts of automation and critiques capitalism’s role in preventing societal progress. He begins by discussing a 1963 BBC mockumentary, Time on Our Hands, which predicted automation would free people from labor, only to highlight the modern fear that technology leads to purposelessness. Joseph argues that instead of embracing the potential for a liberated society, our system has manipulated automation to maintain inefficiency and drive consumption, preventing true progress toward post-scarcity abundance. He criticizes the endless work ethic driven by social status and material obsession, contrasting… Read more: EPISODE 49

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now Episode 48, Peter Joseph reflects on the increasing misuse of science and technology, quoting Norbert Wiener’s analogy of a Strasbourg goose to emphasize how society overfeeds technology and information, leading to degeneration for profit. He warns about the dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) being incorporated into the scarcity-driven, growth-obsessed market economy, predicting a future where the complexity of systems becomes overwhelming, creating incipient instability. Joseph critiques the current global economic system, describing how it prioritizes endless expansion at the expense of sustainability and efficiency. He challenges the notion that technological advancements… Read more: EPISODE 48

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 47, Peter Joseph addresses the upcoming theatrical premiere of his documentary Zeitgeist Requiem, slated for March 15 next year. The film centers around the unsustainable trajectory of current global trends, both ecological and societal. Joseph emphasizes that optimism about the future, without addressing systemic issues, is delusional. He stresses that societal change will only come through systemic overhauls, not incremental political reforms or behavioral adjustments. Joseph also critiques the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, analyzing its historical, economic, and political roots through a systems lens. He contends that the conflict cannot be… Read more: EPISODE 47

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 46, Peter Joseph discusses Stafford Beer’s work in Designing Freedom and how it relates to modern societal organization. Joseph emphasizes that society often rejects the application of scientific principles, such as sustainability and public health metrics, when it comes to social systems. He critiques the resistance to planning and systemic design in economics, labeling it as propaganda against scientific approaches like technocracy. Joseph dives into Project Cybersyn, an ambitious cybernetic economic system in Chile under President Salvador Allende. The project aimed to create a more democratic and efficient economy using… Read more: EPISODE 46

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 45, Peter Joseph critiques the global economy’s reliance on perpetual consumption and growth, arguing that this inherent need for expansion is unsustainable and will lead to societal collapse. He emphasizes that regulating capitalism through policy won’t work in the long run because the system will always revert to its core dynamics, driven by profit and growth. Joseph calls this structural determinism, where the internal structure of the market economy resists external changes, making regulation ineffective. He critiques prominent figures like Elon Musk and Bill Gates for perpetuating values that reinforce… Read more: EPISODE 45

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 44, Peter Joseph discusses various ongoing projects, including his new Zeitgeist film and side project Yelling at the Wind. He reflects on the challenges of activism, criticizing the “activist industrial complex” for offering false optimism and feel-good manipulation, rather than addressing the deep-rooted systemic issues. Joseph emphasizes that while change is possible, the current trajectory of global crises—environmental, social, and economic—makes optimism unfounded. He introduces the concept of “out-system activism,” which involves creating parallel, sustainable systems outside the current socioeconomic framework, rather than simply appealing to existing power structures. Joseph… Read more: EPISODE 44

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 43, Peter Joseph discusses the challenges facing activism in today’s world, emphasizing the limitations of traditional methods like protests and appeals to power. He begins by reflecting on his own experiences with the Zeitgeist Movement and the need to focus on ideas rather than institutions or figureheads. Joseph argues that the sociopolitical system is deeply entrenched, making change difficult through conventional means such as voting or protests, especially when dealing with economic inequality and environmental degradation. He critiques the assumption that spreading awareness or organizing protests will lead to meaningful… Read more: EPISODE 43

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 42, Peter Joseph delves into the concept of economic self-reliance and its relationship to social inequality. He opens by discussing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s critique of the “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” mentality, which perpetuates the myth that individual success is solely a result of personal effort, ignoring structural inequalities. Joseph argues that economic disparities, rather than personal failings, create the conditions that keep marginalized communities in poverty. He explains that the capitalist system favors those with pre-existing advantages, and upward social mobility is the exception, not the… Read more: EPISODE 42

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 41, Peter Joseph critiques society’s flawed perception of progress, focusing on the damaging effects of materialism and market-driven values. He discusses how the pursuit of wealth, fame, and status fosters psychological insecurity, selfishness, and apathy, as shown in research from Tim Kasser’s The High Price of Materialism. This materialistic culture, reinforced by social media, breeds a “soft sociopathology” in adults, leading to a society where personal gain outweighs empathy and social well-being. Joseph also highlights how wealth correlates with antisocial behavior, noting that the rich, despite their privilege, tend to… Read more: EPISODE 41

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 40, Peter Joseph opens by referencing a 1964 speech by Mario Savio, reflecting on the effectiveness of protest movements today compared to the past. He argues that while social issues like sexism, racism, and inequality have persisted, little true systemic change has occurred, despite moments of progress. He critiques capitalism’s defenders who claim that poverty reduction justifies the system, comparing it to improving conditions in slavery while ignoring the system’s flaws. Joseph discusses the complex nature of free speech, contrasting the absolutist perspective with a more nuanced understanding of how… Read more: EPISODE 40

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 39, Peter Joseph discusses the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning the right to abortion, tying it to larger themes of bodily autonomy, religion, and socioeconomic control. He reflects on Margaret Sanger’s advocacy for birth control, noting how taboo and controversial family planning still is, largely due to religious values. He argues that restricting reproductive rights, especially under the pro-life argument, reflects a larger pattern of social control, both through religion and capitalism. Joseph explains how capitalism and religion, particularly Protestant work ethic, support each other by reinforcing social hierarchies… Read more: EPISODE 39

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 38, Peter Joseph opens with a poem by Gil Scott-Heron, “Whitey on the Moon,” which critiques the unequal allocation of resources in society. He builds on this theme, arguing that racism is deeply intertwined with classism, rooted in economic inequality and scarcity. Joseph explains that economic pressures and competition create a divisive group mentality, fostering systemic racism over generations. He critiques the resurgence of “critical race theory” denial and underscores the long-term effects of historical racism on modern institutions. Joseph discusses how the U.S. wealth gap, especially between white and… Read more: EPISODE 38

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 37, Peter Joseph discusses the war in Ukraine, framing it within long-standing geopolitical power struggles, particularly between the U.S. and Russia. He critiques the mainstream Western narrative that paints Russian President Vladimir Putin as a sole aggressor, instead highlighting NATO’s expansion and U.S. imperialism as significant factors. Joseph argues that the conflict was predictable, rooted in Russia’s long-expressed concerns over NATO encroachment. He emphasizes that the war is not just about Ukraine but part of a broader geo-strategic game, where both the U.S. and Russia engage in imperial behavior, using… Read more: EPISODE 37

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Episode 36 of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph explores the benefits of an access-based society versus a propertied one, suggesting that moving away from a mindset centered on ownership would lead to more sustainability, social trust, and improved mental health. He reflects on the burdens of a property-driven economy, where ownership often leads to waste and inequality, contrasting this with a system based on shared resources and responsibility. Joseph explains that an access society could foster circular economies, where companies would be responsible for maintaining and recycling the products they manufacture, reducing waste, and… Read more: EPISODE 36

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now!, Episode 35, Peter Joseph explores how structural issues in capitalism prevent meaningful change, focusing on environmental crises and systemic inefficiencies. He highlights how the oil and tobacco industries knew about the harmful effects of their products but were incentivized to ignore them due to profits. Joseph argues that competition-driven market dynamics paralyze innovation and prioritize short-term gains over long-term solutions, making genuine progress nearly impossible. He explains that while capitalism encourages innovation, it does so only when profitability aligns with technological or social progress. Otherwise, solutions are sidelined. Regulatory bodies meant… Read more: EPISODE 35

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! episode 34, Peter Joseph critiques the myth that capitalism equals freedom, exploring its contradictions and societal impacts. He argues that true freedom—defined as the ability to live without coercion—doesn’t exist under capitalism, which instead promotes the freedom to exploit others through competitive dynamics, artificial scarcity, and wealth inequality. Joseph highlights how the current system, framed as a free market, is actually a series of private, undemocratic hierarchies that stifle true choice and democracy. He critiques libertarian ideas like voluntarism, showing how external pressures distort supposedly “free” market exchanges. He further argues… Read more: EPISODE 34

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! episode 33, Peter Joseph opens with a quote from systems thinker Donella Meadows, emphasizing the importance of understanding systems and their endogenous behaviors. He advocates for systemic analysis to address social and environmental issues, stressing that the negative outcomes we see—such as poverty and pollution—are not the result of individual actions but the result of the system’s structure. Joseph critiques the overemphasis on individual morality and personal transformation as a solution to societal problems, arguing that while self-care is important, it does little to address the systemic forces driving global issues.… Read more: EPISODE 33

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! episode 32, Peter Joseph begins by discussing Jiddu Krishnamurti’s views on conditioning and how human behavior is largely shaped by external forces. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the balance between personal volition and systemic influences, arguing that most behaviors result from environmental and societal conditioning. Joseph criticizes modern culture’s lack of awareness regarding how much of our behavior is conditioned, particularly under market capitalism. He then resumes his critique of capitalist myths, focusing on the fallacy that capitalism represents economic democracy. Joseph debunks the “vote with your dollar” argument, pointing… Read more: EPISODE 32

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In episode 31 of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph opens with a reflection on Carl Sagan’s 1989 interview with Ted Turner, addressing the persistent association of critiques of the current economic system with “socialism.” He praises Sagan’s calm demeanor and rational approach to communication, but acknowledges the frustration many feel when confronted with the realities of systemic harm. Joseph highlights the challenge of maintaining compassion for those perpetuating harmful systems, including everyday people who unknowingly support destructive economic practices. He delves into structural violence, pointing out that ignorance and apathy contribute to a system that… Read more: EPISODE 31

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In episode 30 of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph delves into the issues of technological misuse and market capitalism’s unsustainability. He opens by reflecting on Stafford Beer’s Designing Freedom, highlighting how technology is underutilized within flawed systems. He critiques how industries, such as oil, misdirect resources that could solve issues like climate change if properly allocated toward renewable energy. Joseph discusses artificial intelligence, emphasizing its potential benefits but warning of its destructive uses in war, surveillance, and consumerism under current economic pressures. He stresses the dangers of unchecked technological efficiency within the cyclical consumption model,… Read more: EPISODE 30

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In episode 29 of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph reflects on the podcast’s first year and previews future developments, including interviews and a deeper focus on solutions for transitioning to a post-scarcity, post-capitalist society. He emphasizes the need for small-scale, gradual shifts that reduce money circulation and weaken the current system, promising to expand on these ideas in upcoming lectures and writings. Joseph explores the structuralist perspective, which examines deeper societal causes and contrasts it with oversimplified political ideologies like socialism or capitalism. He introduces the “bio-psycho-social” model alongside natural laws as a framework to… Read more: EPISODE 29

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this episode, Peter Joseph discusses the fundamental flaws of the market economy, particularly its built-in requirement for endless growth. He emphasizes that the system inherently pushes for expansion and innovation, not out of necessity, but as a compulsion driven by competition and profit-seeking. This cycle leads to unsustainable environmental practices and social inequality, making it impossible to create a balanced, steady-state economy that aligns with the limits of the natural world. Joseph argues that we must rethink innovation, which has become less about solving real problems and more about creating endless consumer products… Read more: EPISODE 28

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:Opening Audio: Alan Watts highlights the flawed role of money in inhibiting technology’s ability to improve lives, suggesting that technology could eliminate drudgery, but money, as a misguided information network, obstructs progress. He critiques how technological advances lead to unnecessary jobs and consumer products, driven by the need to sustain the economic system rather than meet genuine human needs. Peter Joseph builds on Watts’ critique in Revolution Now! Episode 27, arguing that capitalism’s growth imperative is structurally inevitable. The system drives endless consumption and labor to maintain economic momentum, even at the expense of… Read more: EPISODE 27

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:Opening Audio: Russell Ackoff distinguishes between efficiency and effectiveness, highlighting that while data and information help us pursue goals efficiently, they don’t question whether those goals are right. He argues that society often focuses on doing the wrong things efficiently, offering the healthcare system as an example, which he says maintains sickness rather than promoting health. Peter Joseph builds on this in Revolution Now! Episode 26, criticizing the capitalist system for prioritizing profit over well-being. He introduces the concept of the “shadow incentive,” where institutions, like healthcare or the energy sector, thrive on maintaining… Read more: EPISODE 26

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:Jay Forrester introduces the concept of systems thinking by focusing on feedback loops and endogenous behaviors within social and economic systems, highlighting how systemic structures influence their successes and failures. He suggests that despite technological advancements, society remains plagued by the same unresolved social problems that have persisted for centuries. This lack of progress motivates the study of system dynamics, which aims to uncover how internal feedback loops within social systems drive outcomes. Peter Joseph, in Revolution Now! Episode 25, continues this discussion, emphasizing the interconnectedness of social and economic systems with natural ones.… Read more: EPISODE 25

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:Opening audio: Morgan Freeman, in a well-known interview with Mike Wallace, rejects Black History Month, arguing that Black history is American history. He suggests the path to ending racism is by stopping the focus on racial labels. |In *Revolution Now!* Episode 24 (June 3, 2021), Peter Joseph uses this interview as a starting point to discuss group identity and its divisive effects. While acknowledging ongoing racial and social inequities, Joseph critiques the excessive focus on group distinctions, which he argues perpetuates division rather than unity. He calls for a shift away from group labels… Read more: EPISODE 24

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:Opening Audio: Donella Meadows emphasizes sustainability through systems thinking, citing three key biophysical necessities: (1) renewable resources must regenerate at the rate they’re used, (2) non-renewable resources must be replaced by renewable alternatives before depletion, and (3) pollution must be managed at a rate where nature can absorb it. Meadows adds a fourth principle: equity in resource distribution, stressing the need for a fair, socially sustainable system. Peter Joseph, in Revolution Now! Episode 23 (May 21, 2021), expands on Meadows’ thoughts, criticizing the capitalist system for exacerbating inequality and ecological damage. He also addresses… Read more: EPISODE 23

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 22 (May 2, 2021), Peter Joseph reflects on life, death, and systems thinking. Drawing from Alan Watts’ view of death as a natural part of life’s cycle, Joseph emphasizes the need to recognize interdependence in both nature and society. He critiques modern society’s hyperindividualism, arguing that it blinds us to the larger systems at play, leading to unsustainable outcomes like poverty, inequality, and ecological decline. Joseph advocates for a system-level philosophy where ethics and behavior align with scientific and natural laws. He critiques the current economic system, noting that its… Read more: EPISODE 22

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 21 (April 7, 2021), Peter Joseph delves into systems thinking, focusing on structuralism, interdependence, and the limitations of our current economic system. He begins with an excerpt from Peter Senge, emphasizing the inherent interdependence in nature and society, and critiques how modern systems fail to recognize this. Joseph expands on this, discussing how our economy, especially market capitalism, is fundamentally incompatible with ecological and social stability. He introduces structuralism as a method to analyze and change societal systems, particularly the market economy, which he argues is unsalvageable. Joseph contends that… Read more: EPISODE 21

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 20 (March 10, 2021), Peter Joseph explores the concept of a market society and its damaging impact on public health and sustainability. He begins by referencing Michael Sandel’s argument about the moral limits of markets, highlighting how commodification and financialization have seeped into every aspect of life, increasing inequality and harming societal well-being. Joseph critiques the capitalist system, emphasizing that it inherently creates class divisions and undermines public health. He focuses on the growing financialization of the economy, particularly Wall Street, which he sees as a destructive force promoting speculation… Read more: EPISODE 20

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 19 (February 24, 2021), Peter Joseph continues his discussion on post-scarcity potentials, focusing on fresh water abundance and the challenges of global water scarcity. He highlights the critical need for efficient water management and technological solutions like purification and desalination, pointing to the inefficiencies in water use and waste. Joseph emphasizes that direct potable use and better reuse of water could alleviate many global water shortages, yet progress is hindered by the profit-driven market system. He also critiques ideological biases, particularly conservatism, arguing that they prevent societal progress by reinforcing… Read more: EPISODE 19

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this episode of Revolution Now (February 14, 2021), Peter Joseph critiques the commercialization of Valentine’s Day, arguing that materialism erodes the value of human relationships. He updates listeners on his projects, including a March lecture and his upcoming book that critiques modern society’s moral alienation, focusing on systemic sociopathy and the limitations imposed by economic incentives. Joseph continues discussing post-scarcity potentials, emphasizing renewable energy like geothermal, solar, wind, and water-based power. He argues that while these energy sources could easily power the world, the competitive, profit-driven market system paralyzes progress. He highlights the… Read more: EPISODE 18

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 17, Peter Joseph reflects on the current state of society in 2021, lamenting that despite technological advances, we’re still stuck in outdated social and economic structures. He criticizes the commodification of human life, driven by market dynamics that prioritize profit over well-being, creating vast inequality. Joseph discusses how this mindset leads to the commodification of everything, even human identity, through social media and consumer culture. He argues that the capitalist system is fundamentally flawed and calls for systemic change, specifically targeting the harmful incentives of infinite growth and cyclical consumption.… Read more: EPISODE 17

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In Revolution Now! Episode 16, Peter Joseph discusses the socio-political state in the U.S. on the day of Joe Biden’s inauguration, critiquing the extravagant security measures and high costs involved. He emphasizes the ongoing issues like the rise of right-wing extremism and socio-economic inequality, asserting that while Trump is out of office, the systemic problems that created him remain. He calls for focused political activism but highlights the limitations of traditional politics. Joseph also touches on the “Great Reset,” criticizing it as a superficial attempt to preserve capitalism, and ends by teasing a future… Read more: EPISODE 16

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this Revolution Now! episode, Peter Joseph addresses non-evidence-based beliefs and the rise of conspiracy culture, using the January 6th Capitol insurrection as a key example. He critiques how disinformation and groupthink fuel delusional beliefs, touching on crowd psychology, bias confirmation, and the role of social media in amplifying irrational views. Joseph discusses the dangers of absolute free speech, suggesting that platforms like Twitter and Facebook should be treated as public utilities and regulated democratically. He emphasizes the societal roots of conspiracy thinking, linking it to economic inequality and distrust of institutions, and concludes… Read more: EPISODE 15

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this *Revolution Now!* episode, Peter Joseph discusses “The Structural Limits of In-System Activism,” emphasizing that the conventional approaches activists use today are insufficient for long-term societal change. He argues that societal evolution, beginning from the Neolithic Revolution and continuing through market-based systems like capitalism, creates deep-seated inequalities and group dominance, making true social justice unreachable within the current structure. He contrasts in-system activism, like protesting or legal action, with out-system activism, which seeks to overhaul the economic system itself. Joseph highlights how cyclical consumption and profit motives perpetuate environmental and social crises, and… Read more: EPISODE 14

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this episode of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph focuses on the complexities of communication and the “matter of degree fallacy.” He explores how language, often used ambiguously, complicates meaningful discourse, particularly in politics. He refers to Stuart Chase’s Tyranny of Words, highlighting how terms like “freedom” and “socialism” are used vaguely or misleadingly, which distorts public understanding. Joseph also touches on the phenomenon of cognitive biases, especially groupthink and bias confirmation, as major barriers to constructive communication. In the second half, he tackles a listener’s question on economic inequality, discussing how wealth, from billionaires… Read more: EPISODE 13

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In episode 12 of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph addresses audience questions about automation, resource management, and renewable energy. He argues that automation, while currently misused within capitalism, offers immense potential to eliminate dangerous, monotonous jobs and increase efficiency if implemented correctly. He critiques the current market system, noting the contradictions in capitalism’s reliance on labor while technological automation advances. He also touches on the integration of sustainable practices, emphasizing how systems like Amazon’s efficiency could inspire resource-based economic models. Joseph discusses the film Planet of the Humans, agreeing with some critiques but highlighting its… Read more: EPISODE 12

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this episode of Revolution Now, Peter Joseph explores the concept of post-scarcity, delving into how scarcity has been politicized and weaponized in the context of capitalism. He critiques how the notion of scarcity is used to justify the lack of support for the impoverished, while trillions are spent on other sectors like the military. He draws on historical perspectives, such as Thomas Malthus’ work and the misinterpretation of Darwin’s “survival of the fittest,” to explain the origins of this worldview. Joseph also addresses planned obsolescence and inefficiencies inherent in capitalism, contrasting them with… Read more: EPISODE 11

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In episode 10 of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph expresses concern over the fragmented state of global activism and stresses the need for a pragmatic, value-driven shift to guide societal change. He addresses non-evidence-based beliefs, particularly how narratives have led millions to deny the 2020 U.S. election results, showing the dangers of groupthink and belief over evidence. Shifting to media, Joseph criticizes modern news as more focused on entertainment and profit than education, mentioning Chomsky’s Manufacturing Consent and how profit-driven media shapes public perception. He reflects on how short-term thinking drives societal harm and long-term… Read more: EPISODE 10

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In episode nine of Revolution Now, Peter Joseph discusses the nature of morality, particularly critiquing the concept of absolutist moral systems. He emphasizes that moral decisions cannot be made without context and are often culturally relative, shaped by intellectual reasoning rather than an external or divine force. Joseph touches on the concept of empathy, discussing how mirror neurons contribute to our moral intuition but stresses that morality must ultimately serve a functional purpose—guiding society toward sustainability, equity, and peace. He delves into the inherent immorality of the capitalist market system, particularly its role in… Read more: EPISODE 9

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In episode eight of Revolution Now, Peter Joseph discusses the complex issues surrounding free speech, focusing on the influence of social media and the rise of conspiracy culture. He explores how free speech is critical for intellectual progress and protection against oppressive power structures, but also highlights the challenges posed by harmful speech, particularly in the modern context where social media algorithms amplify misinformation. Joseph critiques absolutism in free speech, arguing for a more nuanced approach. He explains that while free speech is fundamental for societal growth and reform, it must be regulated in… Read more: EPISODE 8

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In episode seven of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph recaps key topics from the previous episodes, focusing on systemic racism, financial oppression, and ecological instability. He emphasizes three critical issues: global ecological degradation, socioeconomic inequality, and the rise of authoritarianism, warning that these trends are interconnected and will worsen if left unchecked. Joseph introduces “seven deadly trends” projected to culminate in a global crisis by 2050, including biodiversity loss, climate change, pollution, water and food scarcity, technological unemployment, and government debt. He discusses how the capitalist system exacerbates these issues, making large-scale economic and social… Read more: EPISODE 7

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In episode six of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph critiques Wall Street and financialization, arguing that these systems detract from true economic value and foster instability. He discusses historical examples like slave bonds and modern practices such as “dead peasants insurance,” illustrating the moral decay driven by profit. Joseph delves into wage slavery, highlighting how debt and the labor-for-income system create modern servitude, and critiques libertarian ideals as incompatible with capitalism’s structural coercion. He also addresses the influence of money in politics, arguing that corporate interests dominate legislation and discussing how neoliberalism exacerbates global inequalities.… Read more: EPISODE 6

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this episode of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph explores the origins, mechanics, and societal effects of Wall Street and the broader financial system. He critiques how the financial markets, while portrayed as integral to the economy, are actually a form of gambling that provides little real value to society. Peter argues that Wall Street represents a detached, parasitic layer of capitalism that benefits the wealthy while exploiting the rest of the population. He also touches on the misleading belief that stock markets are beneficial for the general public’s retirement savings, explaining how the system… Read more: EPISODE 5

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this episode of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph continues discussing the need for a value-neutral, apolitical approach to solving societal problems. He critiques the ineffective nature of current activism, arguing that chaotic, unfocused efforts often hinder progress. Peter highlights how systemic issues, like socioeconomic inequality and environmental degradation, cannot be resolved through moral appeals or individual behavior change alone, but require structural economic reform. He also delves into the historical shift from egalitarian hunter-gatherer societies to hierarchical agricultural ones, emphasizing how culture is shaped by economic conditions rather than inherent human nature. Transcript:Peter Joseph:Good… Read more: EPISODE 4

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this episode of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph discusses the concept of social integrity, exploring how humanity’s interaction with nature and our social structures influences our survival. He critiques the rise of conspiracy culture, scientific illiteracy, and the divisive influence of figures like Donald Trump. Peter emphasizes the need for a scientific, apolitical approach to solving societal issues, rejecting traditional political and moral frameworks. He also touches on unsustainable economic practices and their ecological impacts, advocating for systemic changes to foster a sustainable, socially integrated future. Transcript:Peter Joseph:Good afternoon, good evening, good morning, everybody.… Read more: EPISODE 3

Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3L8OzfB6r1VbOfeAeinnSwPodbean: https://revolutionnow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revolution-now/id1530637420 Episode Summary:In this episode of Revolution Now!, Peter Joseph discusses the systemic issues related to climate change, the economic system, and societal responses to crises like COVID-19. He critiques the inherent flaws in market economics, which prioritize growth over sustainability, and examines how this dynamic perpetuates environmental degradation. Peter also revisits the topic of racism in America, emphasizing its economic roots and systemic nature. He concludes by exploring new forms of activism and how a fundamental shift in society’s structure is necessary for meaningful change. Transcript:Peter Joseph:Good afternoon, good evening, good morning everybody. This is… Read more: EPISODE 2

In this inaugural podcast of Peter Joseph’s Revolution Now!, introductions are made, along with a treatment on the origins and nature of systemic racism in the USA.