We ask our questions to a diverse group of global thinkers from all over the world, and not just to economists.
Global thinking promotes a broader understanding of the interconnectedness of the world, encourages empathy and tolerance for different cultures, perspectives, and ways of life. It fosters innovation, creativity, and problem-solving, leading to more sustainable and equitable solutions for everyone, regardless of geographic location or socioeconomic status.
The diversity of opinions is important because it allows for a more comprehensive understanding of complex issues, encourages creativity and innovation, avoid groupthink and echo chambers, and helps to promote a more inclusive and democratic society.
A Collective discussion is important because it allows for a diverse range of perspectives and ideas to be shared and considered. Individuals can learn from one another, challenge their assumptions, and identify new opportunities for collaboration and innovation.
This process can promote mutual understanding and respect, leading to more equitable and sustainable outcomes, improving the human condition.
Over the course of our interviews, we see common themes and issues emerge. For example, the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, inequality and precarity, and technological acceleration have featured prominently. These topics are complex and pressing, but due to the broader perspective of our questions are not able to be explored in detail during our interviews. This is why we host topic-specific roundtables. Near the end of each quarter, or 3 months, we gather a panel of our speakers to a virtual roundtable to discuss a selected topic further and build on the ideas developed in the interviews.