Unequal Worlds; an inequality research podcast

The Global Research Programme on Inequality (GRIP) is a radically interdisciplinary research programme that views inequality as both a fundamental challenge to human well-being and as an impediment to achieving the ambitions of the 2030 Agenda. In this podcast, we aim to explore and illuminate all aspects of global inequality and to investigate the possible ways of addressing these inequalities.

Unequal Worlds; an inequality research podcast is a science podcast hosted by GRIP, with 29 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

GRIP hosts Unequal Worlds; an inequality research podcast, a science show with 29 episodes published.

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  #29 Research Agenda for The Next Decade: Inequality – Transforming Marginality

  Jan 7, 20251h 1mS0

  <p>In this episode of Unequal Worlds: A Research Podcast, we bring you a compelling keynote and panel discussion from the 2024 Bergen Exchanges on Law and Social Transformation. Titled "Research Agenda for The Next Decade: Inequality – Transforming Marginality," this episode features insights from leading experts. Join us as we explore the complexities of globalised capital, the role of law in perpetuating and addressing inequalities, and the importance of a relational view of inequality.  Key takeaways include the importance of legal certainty and equality before the law, the devaluation of spaces and people due to capital, and the need for a rela...

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  #28 Global Capitalism's Impact on Society and Environment: Insights from the 2024 Bergen Exchanges Book Launch

  Jan 7, 202545 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Unequal Worlds, we discuss the intricate world of global capitalism by launching the book edited by Don Kalb titled "Insidious Capital: Frontlines of Value at the End of a Global Cycle." The episode was recorded during the 2024 Bergen Exchanges on Law and Social Transformation.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Explore the pervasive influence of capital on societies, the environment, and everyday life. From the financialisation in China to the rise of Trump in the US, our experts dissect the complex relationships between capital, class, and labour. Gain insights into the environmental degradation caused by unchecked...

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  #25 Navigating Green Finance: Challenges and Opportunities Explored at SDG Conference

  Nov 2, 20241h 14mS0

  <p>In this episode, we dive into the dynamic discussions from the SDG Conference in Bergen, where experts explored the complexities and opportunities in financing the shift towards sustainability. Moderated by Natalia Buier, the session featured insights from Ruth Carlitz of the University of Amsterdam, Lina Strandvåg Nagell from Bellona Europa, and Yann Robiou du Pont from Utrecht University.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Key Highlights:</p> <p>Climate Finance: Addressing Inequity and Aligning Investments with Needs: Ruth Carlitz discusses the disparity between climate change impacts and emissions, emphasising the responsibility of higher-income countries to support lower-income nations. She hi...

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  #27 Populism and the Far-Right Manifestation on the African Continent

  Oct 26, 20241h 10mS0

  <p>In this episode, host Wesley Maraire sits down with Satang Nabaneh from the University of Dayton to explore the rise of the illiberal right within the African continent through the lens of the human rights framework. They discuss the complexities of how conservative values, religious extremism, and authoritarian tactics manifest in different African countries, drawing comparisons with global trends.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Satang provides a historical overview of The Gambia’s transition from a secular state to an Islamic state under authoritarian rule, highlighting the ongoing challenges even in a democratic dispensation. The discussion covers the role of...

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  #26 The Annual GRIP Lecture 2024: Exploring the Rise of the Far-Right

  Oct 19, 202455 minS0

  <p>In this episode, we bring you highlights from the Annual GRIP Lecture held at Ulrikes Aula, University of Bergen. This year’s lecture, titled “The Politics of Inequality and the Rise of the Illiberal Right: A Global Perspective,” was curated by Don Kalb, Academic Director at GRIP, and featured keynote speaker Walden Bello, a distinguished international sociologist.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Walden Bello provided a deep dive into the rise of the illiberal Right across the Global South and North, examining how leaders like Narendra Modi, Jair Bolsonaro, Viktor Orban, and Rodrigo Duterte exploit economic insecurities and societal anxiet...

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