This discussion explores the failures of the current global economy, termed the “death economy,” which prioritizes short-term profits at the expense of social and environmental well-being. John Perkins, an economist and former “economic hitman,” highlights the need to shift toward a regenerative “life economy” that values long-term sustainability, fairness, and environmental restoration. The conversation also emphasizes the potential of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies to foster financial inclusion for the unbanked and to create more equitable economic systems. Despite current challenges and infancy in crypto adoption, these technologies offer opportunities to redesign money and value exchange away from centralized, exploitative models. The speakers stress the importance of collective awareness, active participation, and changing perceptions to build a just economy that benefits people and the planet, urging individuals to overcome fear and take meaningful action for systemic change.
