Katy Shields
@katyrshields.bsky.social
For an economy in service of life
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Today's media apocalypse makes it a good day for everyone to watch this 1998 SNL animation that Robert Smigel and Adam McKay managed to get on national TV once, before it was yanked off the air forever.
www.cracked.com/article_4100...
www.cracked.com/article_4100...
September 18, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Today's media apocalypse makes it a good day for everyone to watch this 1998 SNL animation that Robert Smigel and Adam McKay managed to get on national TV once, before it was yanked off the air forever.
www.cracked.com/article_4100...
www.cracked.com/article_4100...
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Vor dem EU-Autogipfel wettern industrienahe Politiker:innen gegen Klimaziele. Die Autolobby ist einflussreich, vernetzt und nicht allein. Ein Interview mit Nina Katzemich von der deutschen Watchgroup “Lobbycontrol” (@lobbycontrol.bsky.social):
Wie und wieso die Autolobby gegen Klimaziele kämpft
Vor dem EU-Autogipfel wettern Industrie-nahe Politiker:innen gegen Klimaziele. Die Autolobby ist einflussreich, vernetzt und nicht allein.
www.moment.at
September 11, 2025 at 7:17 AM
Vor dem EU-Autogipfel wettern industrienahe Politiker:innen gegen Klimaziele. Die Autolobby ist einflussreich, vernetzt und nicht allein. Ein Interview mit Nina Katzemich von der deutschen Watchgroup “Lobbycontrol” (@lobbycontrol.bsky.social):
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As the world rapidly heads into #climate #overshoot I've noticed a disturbing pattern in journal articles recently.
I'll summarize it quickly in this thread 🧵
I'll summarize it quickly in this thread 🧵
September 10, 2025 at 9:22 AM
As the world rapidly heads into #climate #overshoot I've noticed a disturbing pattern in journal articles recently.
I'll summarize it quickly in this thread 🧵
I'll summarize it quickly in this thread 🧵
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A must-watch, 6 and a half minute primer from @katyrshields.bsky.social on how the orthodoxy of (white, male, wealthy) economic groupthink has harms all of us by propping up and reinforcing neo-liberalism: youtu.be/42oiE-VKWvg?...
How Economists Uphold Neoliberalism: Full Walkthrough
YouTube video by Katy Shields
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September 5, 2025 at 2:34 PM
A must-watch, 6 and a half minute primer from @katyrshields.bsky.social on how the orthodoxy of (white, male, wealthy) economic groupthink has harms all of us by propping up and reinforcing neo-liberalism: youtu.be/42oiE-VKWvg?...
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Iconic moment at the Downton Abbey premiere
September 4, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Iconic moment at the Downton Abbey premiere
So honoured to contribute to this series about Herman Daly, connecting his pioneering work to that of his contemporary, Donella Meadows.
Both envisioned an economy that could meet our needs within the planet's means.
It hope it inspires more people to continue their work to reclaim economics 💪.
Both envisioned an economy that could meet our needs within the planet's means.
It hope it inspires more people to continue their work to reclaim economics 💪.
Economics isn't just failing; it is fundamentally misaligned with the biosphere.
That was the belief of ecological economist Herman Daly.
In episode 2 of the Cities 1.5 mini series on his life, we find out what a steady-state economy is and how it contradicts traditional economics.
lnk.to/HDE2
That was the belief of ecological economist Herman Daly.
In episode 2 of the Cities 1.5 mini series on his life, we find out what a steady-state economy is and how it contradicts traditional economics.
lnk.to/HDE2
September 2, 2025 at 8:18 PM
So honoured to contribute to this series about Herman Daly, connecting his pioneering work to that of his contemporary, Donella Meadows.
Both envisioned an economy that could meet our needs within the planet's means.
It hope it inspires more people to continue their work to reclaim economics 💪.
Both envisioned an economy that could meet our needs within the planet's means.
It hope it inspires more people to continue their work to reclaim economics 💪.
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'Faschismus wird f d Großkapital zu einer Option, sofern d eigene Geschäftsmodell u damit die Fähigkeit Kapital anzusammeln behindert wird u demokratisch nicht gerettet werden kann.'
Hier e sehr lesenswerter Aufsatz v @nataschastrobl.bsky.social z Wechselspiel v #Neoliberalismus u #Faschismus.
Hier e sehr lesenswerter Aufsatz v @nataschastrobl.bsky.social z Wechselspiel v #Neoliberalismus u #Faschismus.
F&L Blog - A Perpetuum Mobile of Cynicism - International Karl Polanyi Society
A Petrpetuum Mobile of Cynicism: on the Symbiosis of Neoliberal and Fascist Views of Humanity Natascha Strobl 28.08.2025 Economic liberalism and fascism often present themselves as opposites. Fascist ...
www.karlpolanyisociety.com
August 30, 2025 at 9:51 AM
'Faschismus wird f d Großkapital zu einer Option, sofern d eigene Geschäftsmodell u damit die Fähigkeit Kapital anzusammeln behindert wird u demokratisch nicht gerettet werden kann.'
Hier e sehr lesenswerter Aufsatz v @nataschastrobl.bsky.social z Wechselspiel v #Neoliberalismus u #Faschismus.
Hier e sehr lesenswerter Aufsatz v @nataschastrobl.bsky.social z Wechselspiel v #Neoliberalismus u #Faschismus.
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With the radical progress of automation, we’re heading toward a world where workers are no longer needed — and without workers, there are no consumers.
So what comes next?
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So what comes next?
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June 30, 2025 at 6:17 PM
With the radical progress of automation, we’re heading toward a world where workers are no longer needed — and without workers, there are no consumers.
So what comes next?
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So what comes next?
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At least 37 Palestinians were killed on Monday in new shootings in Gaza near food distribution centres run by private US contractors guarded by Israeli troops, local authorities said.
At least 37 Palestinians killed in Gaza food site shooting, local authorities say
Death toll is highest yet reported in near-daily shootings since US-backed group began aid operations in territory
www.theguardian.com
June 16, 2025 at 6:51 PM
At least 37 Palestinians were killed on Monday in new shootings in Gaza near food distribution centres run by private US contractors guarded by Israeli troops, local authorities said.
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In the lead-up to Bonn climate talks, developed countries focus on mobilising private capital rather than provisioning public finance which developing countries have sought
www.downtoearth.org.in/climate-chan...
www.downtoearth.org.in/climate-chan...
Baku to Belem roadmap: Countries diverge on how to mobilise $1.3 trillion climate finance
COP29 witnessed a disappointing outcome on climate finance provisions for developing nations — the New Collective Quantifed Goal (NCQG), wherein developed natio
www.downtoearth.org.in
June 13, 2025 at 6:10 AM
In the lead-up to Bonn climate talks, developed countries focus on mobilising private capital rather than provisioning public finance which developing countries have sought
www.downtoearth.org.in/climate-chan...
www.downtoearth.org.in/climate-chan...
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Study on London 20 mph limits shows:
- collisions ⬇️ 35%
- casualties ⬇️ 36%
- fatal/serious injuries ⬇️ 34%
- child casualties ⬇️ 46%
- child deaths ⬇️ 75%
- walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists killed/seriously injured ⬇️ 28%
etsc.eu/20mph-limits...
- collisions ⬇️ 35%
- casualties ⬇️ 36%
- fatal/serious injuries ⬇️ 34%
- child casualties ⬇️ 46%
- child deaths ⬇️ 75%
- walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists killed/seriously injured ⬇️ 28%
etsc.eu/20mph-limits...
20mph limits in London linked to sharp fall in road injuries and deaths, new report finds
A new study published by Transport for London (TfL) has shown that the introduction of 20mph speed limits and zones on local authority-managed roads in London between 1989 and 2013 led to significant…
etsc.eu
June 3, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Study on London 20 mph limits shows:
- collisions ⬇️ 35%
- casualties ⬇️ 36%
- fatal/serious injuries ⬇️ 34%
- child casualties ⬇️ 46%
- child deaths ⬇️ 75%
- walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists killed/seriously injured ⬇️ 28%
etsc.eu/20mph-limits...
- collisions ⬇️ 35%
- casualties ⬇️ 36%
- fatal/serious injuries ⬇️ 34%
- child casualties ⬇️ 46%
- child deaths ⬇️ 75%
- walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists killed/seriously injured ⬇️ 28%
etsc.eu/20mph-limits...
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Speak out - name it as genocide - and then act. End all arms sales, impose a wide range of sanctions and call for the arrest and trial of all those guilty of war crimes, including prime minister Netanyahu.
Absolutely horrifying. Palestinians gunned down while trying to access food. Leaders across the world have a duty to speak out against these continuing atrocities.
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...
At least 27 Palestinians killed by Israeli fire at food point, Gaza officials say
Gaza spokesperson says Israel fired with tanks and drones as Israeli military acknowledges troops shot at ‘suspects’
www.theguardian.com
June 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Speak out - name it as genocide - and then act. End all arms sales, impose a wide range of sanctions and call for the arrest and trial of all those guilty of war crimes, including prime minister Netanyahu.
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Many of our billionaires are richer than any pharaoh or king in the history of the world, while a family lifestyle that could be comfortably supported by a single income in 1980 takes two people working full-time to maintain today. https://trib.al/X9l4PzM
The Billionaire Hoarders: How the Wealthy Became Our Biggest Threat
How a sick obsession is killing workers, democracy, and our planet.
trib.al
May 31, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Many of our billionaires are richer than any pharaoh or king in the history of the world, while a family lifestyle that could be comfortably supported by a single income in 1980 takes two people working full-time to maintain today. https://trib.al/X9l4PzM
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#C4News find the girl escaping the fire in the burning classroom after an Israeli strike
"I walked through the fire all by myself"
"The rubble fell on them (her siblings)"
"I want to see my sisters, to be with them, but they're dead"
"I want to be with them"
"I walked through the fire all by myself"
"The rubble fell on them (her siblings)"
"I want to see my sisters, to be with them, but they're dead"
"I want to be with them"
May 26, 2025 at 7:27 PM
#C4News find the girl escaping the fire in the burning classroom after an Israeli strike
"I walked through the fire all by myself"
"The rubble fell on them (her siblings)"
"I want to see my sisters, to be with them, but they're dead"
"I want to be with them"
"I walked through the fire all by myself"
"The rubble fell on them (her siblings)"
"I want to see my sisters, to be with them, but they're dead"
"I want to be with them"
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Generations, since the 1950s, have been indoctrinated in hyper individualistic competitive economics, to the extent that we have lost faith and capacity in collective organising. We have to learn again what humans are really good at: coming together to discuss, decide and act.
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February 8, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Generations, since the 1950s, have been indoctrinated in hyper individualistic competitive economics, to the extent that we have lost faith and capacity in collective organising. We have to learn again what humans are really good at: coming together to discuss, decide and act.
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In a week Trump is being called a #degrowther for all the wrong reasons @vegardbeyer.bsky.social and I are celebrating the 2nd anniversary of our podcast series about the true story of #LimitstoGrowth which has now reached 100,000+ listeners!
So much has happened in 2 yrs with more to come!
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So much has happened in 2 yrs with more to come!
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May 16, 2025 at 7:54 AM
In a week Trump is being called a #degrowther for all the wrong reasons @vegardbeyer.bsky.social and I are celebrating the 2nd anniversary of our podcast series about the true story of #LimitstoGrowth which has now reached 100,000+ listeners!
So much has happened in 2 yrs with more to come!
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So much has happened in 2 yrs with more to come!
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I thought the whole point of degrowth was it couldn't be co-opted? 🤷♀️
Something extraordinary has happened to the Republican Party, though it hasn’t quite been named, @shadihamid.bsky.social writes.
"A world turned upside down calls for unexpected framings. So here’s mine: Republicans have become America’s 'de-growth' party." wapo.st/4ddTGz1
"A world turned upside down calls for unexpected framings. So here’s mine: Republicans have become America’s 'de-growth' party." wapo.st/4ddTGz1
Opinion | The GOP has made an unexpected, unintended turn
Trump and GOP are pushing a philosophy emphasizing priorities other than economic growth.
wapo.st
May 13, 2025 at 3:24 PM
I thought the whole point of degrowth was it couldn't be co-opted? 🤷♀️
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Today's front page 📰
'Echoes of Enoch Powell': Keir Starmer panned over immigration speech
'Echoes of Enoch Powell': Keir Starmer panned over immigration speech
May 13, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Today's front page 📰
'Echoes of Enoch Powell': Keir Starmer panned over immigration speech
'Echoes of Enoch Powell': Keir Starmer panned over immigration speech
This is why we made tippingpoint-podcast.com and why my follow-up is on the capture of economics.
Social Cost of Carbon is pseudoscience.
As Dana Meadows told Nordhaus, it should never have passed peer review, let alone be used in policymaking.
Orthodox economics has cost us the climate.
Social Cost of Carbon is pseudoscience.
As Dana Meadows told Nordhaus, it should never have passed peer review, let alone be used in policymaking.
Orthodox economics has cost us the climate.
May 11, 2025 at 8:37 AM
This is why we made tippingpoint-podcast.com and why my follow-up is on the capture of economics.
Social Cost of Carbon is pseudoscience.
As Dana Meadows told Nordhaus, it should never have passed peer review, let alone be used in policymaking.
Orthodox economics has cost us the climate.
Social Cost of Carbon is pseudoscience.
As Dana Meadows told Nordhaus, it should never have passed peer review, let alone be used in policymaking.
Orthodox economics has cost us the climate.
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This story requires a great deal more attention. The Trump administration is doing everything it can to get Russian gas back into Europe. This is Washington and Moscow now in full strategic alignment via a shared vision of a fossil fuel future.
Exclusive: US, Russia explore ways to restore Russian gas flows to Europe, sources say
With a frost covering Europe's energy relations with Russia, officials from Washington and Moscow have held discussions about the U.S. helping to revive Russian gas sales to the continent, eight sources familiar with the talks have told Reuters.
www.reuters.com
May 10, 2025 at 5:46 AM
This story requires a great deal more attention. The Trump administration is doing everything it can to get Russian gas back into Europe. This is Washington and Moscow now in full strategic alignment via a shared vision of a fossil fuel future.
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The effect of Israel’s total siege on Gaza has become catastrophic, doctors say. Shortages of food, water and medicine are prompting a surge of preventable illnesses, and deaths. nyti.ms/3GzOJV1
May 4, 2025 at 7:42 PM
The effect of Israel’s total siege on Gaza has become catastrophic, doctors say. Shortages of food, water and medicine are prompting a surge of preventable illnesses, and deaths. nyti.ms/3GzOJV1
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Labour’s great nature sellout is the worst attack on England’s ecosystems I’ve seen in my lifetime | George Monbiot
Labour’s great nature sellout is the worst attack on England’s ecosystems I’ve seen in my lifetime | George Monbiot
The horrifying planning bill, which rips up environmental protections, was drafted with CEOs in mind. We know because Keir Starmer told us, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
www.theguardian.com
April 24, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Labour’s great nature sellout is the worst attack on England’s ecosystems I’ve seen in my lifetime | George Monbiot
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Man, this is a pretty fucking gross move from Amazon, huh? Good on @bookshop.org for not mincing words, though:
April 25, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Man, this is a pretty fucking gross move from Amazon, huh? Good on @bookshop.org for not mincing words, though: