In this conversation, Tamsyn Widdon explores the principles of Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and its implications for economics, environment, and society. Tamsyn shares her journey from a background in education and development to becoming an economist and advocate for MMT, emphasizing the need to rethink our understanding of money, government spending, and economic growth. The discussion looks at the origins of money, the role of government in shaping economies, and the potential for a new economic future focused on wellbeing rather than profit. The conversation also touches on the importance of democratic engagement and participation in local and national government.

Links & Mentions

Tamsyn Widdon (Green Economics Educator) on Instagram

Green Councillors in Cornwall

Finding the Money

99p Film | Social Cinema | Cornwall

Modern Money Lab - Modern Money Theory events and resources (UK)

Modern Money Lab Youtube

Joseph Stiglitz on Youtube "GDP is Flawed... Citizens want depth..."

Willem H. Butler "The unfortunate uselessness of most 'state of the art' academic monetary economics"

Isabella Webber "Taking Aim at Sellers' Inflation"

Robert Solow "Re-thinking Macroeconomic Policy Before the Next Crisis"

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