112 – Why don’t we just give money?

In this episode, Lily and David discuss the pros and cons of giving money directly to individuals versus using systemic approaches to address poverty. They highlight real-life examples where well-intentioned cash donations led to unintended negative cons

An episode of the The IDEMS Podcast podcast, hosted by IDEMS International, titled "112 – Why don’t we just give money?" was published on December 6, 2024 and runs 21 minutes.

December 6, 2024 ·21m · The IDEMS Podcast

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In this episode, Lily and David discuss the pros and cons of giving money directly to individuals versus using systemic approaches to address poverty. They highlight real-life examples where well-intentioned cash donations led to unintended negative consequences and explore the potential benefits and challenges of universal basic income. The conversation underscores the importance of context and thoughtful consideration in mitigating inequality.

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In this episode, Lily and David discuss the pros and cons of giving money directly to individuals versus using systemic approaches to address poverty. They highlight real-life examples where well-intentioned cash donations led to unintended negative consequences and explore the potential benefits and challenges of universal basic income. The conversation underscores the importance of context and thoughtful consideration in mitigating inequality.

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