Moral Revolution is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the intersection of ethics, economics, history, and philosophy in today’s complex world. <br/><br/><a href="https://moralrevolution.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">moralrevolution.substack.com</a>
Moral Revolution Podcast
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Moral Revolution is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the intersection of ethics, economics, history, and philosophy in today’s complex world. <br/><br/><a href="https://moralrevolution.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">moralrevolution.substack.com</a>
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May 26, 2026
Reclaiming the Common Good: The Catholic Worker and Christian Anarchism
<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>This episode explores the rich tradition of the Catholic Worker Movement, Christian anarchism, and the integration of Catholic social teaching into contemporary social and economic practices. Guest Renee Darlene Roden shares her journey, insights on community, justice, and hope in today's world.</p><p><strong>Keywords</strong></p><p>Catholic Worker Movement, Christian anarchism, Catholic social teaching, community, justice, Dorothy Day, Peter Maurin, social justice, Catholic social tradition, civil economy</p><p><strong>Key topics</strong></p><p>The history and principles of the Catholic Worker Movement</p><p>The concept of Christian anarchism and its biblical roots</p><p>The relationship between Catholic social teaching and modern economic practices</p><p>The role of community, land, and labor in social justice</p><p>The tension between institutional authority and personal faith</p><p><strong>Sound Bites</strong></p><p>"Community arises out of shared neediness"</p><p>"Anarchism is deeply communitarian"</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p><strong>00:00</strong>Introduction and Reflections on Recent Events</p><p><strong>01:55</strong>Upcoming Conversations and Themes</p><p><strong>04:47</strong>Exploring the Catholic Worker Movement</p><p><strong>10:49</strong>Dorothy Day and the Roots of Catholic Social Teaching</p><p><strong>15:49</strong>Understanding the Catholic Worker Movement's Philosophy</p><p><strong>28:50</strong>Christian Anarchism and Its Relevance Today</p><p><strong>34:04</strong>The Essence of Mutual Aid and Cooperation</p><p><strong>39:47</strong>Christian Anarchism and Community Dynamics</p><p><strong>46:00</strong>The Catholic Worker Movement and Land Connection</p><p><strong>52:53</strong>Rethinking Economics in Catholic Education</p><p><strong>01:01:19</strong>Finding Hope in Community and Creativity</p><p><strong>Resources</strong></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/_INDEX.HTM"><strong>Catholic Social Teaching - Vatican Website</strong></a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://dorothydaycenter.org/dorothy-day/"><strong>Dorothy Day - Biography and Writings</strong></a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vatican.va/content/pius-xi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-xi_enc_19310515_quadragesimo-anno.html"><strong>Quadragesimo Anno - Papal Encyclical 1931</strong></a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://catholicworker.org/"><strong>The Catholic Worker Movement - Official Website</strong></a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Leo_Tolstoy"><strong>Leo Tolstoy and Christian Anarchism</strong></a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://www.mennoniteusa.org/faith-and-practice/"><strong>Mennonite Communities and Christian Anarchism</strong></a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmanuel_Mounier"><strong>Emmanuel Mounier and Personalism</strong></a></p><p><strong>Guest links</strong></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/reneedarlener"><strong>Twitter</strong></a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://reneedarlenerodin.com/"><strong>Website</strong></a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://moralrevolution.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">moralrevolution.substack.com</a>
April 8, 2026
The Economy Belongs In The Moral Sphere
<p><strong>The Economy Belongs In The Moral Sphere</strong></p><p>Lessons from Italy’s Civil Economy Tradition</p><p>Explore a rich historical tradition rooted in Catholic social thought that envisions the economy as embedded in moral and civic life, emphasizing the common good over mere profit. From 18th-century origins to post-war reconstruction, this episode traces how Italian thinkers and leaders envisioned an economy that serves people and society.</p><p><strong>Key topics:</strong></p><p>The origins of civil economy in 18th-century Italy with Antonio Genovesi</p><p>Contrasting ideas of Adam Smith’s classical economics and Genovesi’s civic approach</p><p>The development of Catholic social teaching: from Rerum Novarum to Quadragesimo Anno</p><p>The role of Catholic figures like Luigi Sturzo and Alcide de Gasperi in institutionalizing a third way</p><p>Post-war Italian politics and the influence of Christian democracy and state-owned enterprises like ENI and IRI</p><p>The impact of Cold War geopolitics and energy diplomacy through figures like Enrico Mattei</p><p>The rise and fall of post-war Italian economic models and the neoliberal reforms of the 1990s</p><p>Revival of civil economy ideas in recent decades and their relevance today</p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p>00:00 - Introduction to the Italian civil economy and its relevance</p><p>01:43 - The distinct visions of Antonio Genovesi and Adam Smith</p><p>05:10 - Genovesi’s civil economy: economy as part of civic and moral life</p><p>10:34 - The political and economic reconstruction after WWII with figures like Alcide de Gasperi and Fanfani</p><p>15:16 - The encyclicals Rerum Novarum and Quadragesimo Anno: foundations of Catholic social teaching</p><p>22:30 - The political transformation: from post-war consensus to the collapse in the 1990s</p><p>25:23 - The Camaldoli Code and the moral renewal of Italy’s post-fascist reconstruction</p><p>40:37 - Enrico Mattei and Italy’s energy sovereignty during the Cold War</p><p>47:49 - The systemic weaknesses and patronage in Italy’s post-war economic model</p><p>54:50 - Contemporary revival and the civil economy tradition in Italy today</p><p></p><p><strong>Resources & Links:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_l-xiii_enc_18910915_rerum-novarum.html"><strong>Rerum Novarum (1891)</strong></a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.vatican.va/content/pius-xi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-xi_enc_19310915_quadragesimo-anno.html"><strong>Quadragesimo Anno (1931)</strong></a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://it.linkedin.com/in/luigi-sturzo-02a9b9242"><strong>Luigi Sturzo - Italian Christian Democrat</strong></a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enrico_Mattei"><strong>Enrico Mattei and ENI</strong></a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.moralrevolution.org/camaldoli-code"><strong>Camaldoli Code (1943)</strong></a></p><p></p><p><strong>Notable Insights:</strong></p><p>The civil economy offers a moral and relational alternative to neoliberal individualism.</p><p>Catholic social thought developed a third way that fuses market functions with social and moral ends.</p><p>Italy’s unique political-economic history, including energy diplomacy and state-led development, reflects this tradition.</p><p>Contemporary debates on market regulation, social justice, and environmental sustainability resonate with civil economy principles.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://moralrevolution.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">moralrevolution.substack.com</a>
March 17, 2026
Neoliberalism: Capital Unleashed, Democracy Constrained
<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>This episode explores the origins and impact of neoliberalism, tracing its development from the 1970s to today. It discusses economic shifts, policy changes, and their effects on democracy, inequality, and global stability.</p><p><strong>Keywords</strong></p><p>neoliberalism, economic history, globalization, social democracy, financial crises, inequality, capitalism, political economy</p><p><strong>Key topics</strong></p><p>Origins of neoliberalism in the 1970s</p><p>End of Bretton Woods and post-war growth</p><p>Shift from social democracy to neoliberal policies</p><p>Impact on inequality and social welfare</p><p>Global financial crises and economic instability</p><p></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Neoliberalism</p><p>01:33 The Origins of Neoliberalism</p><p>03:57 The Breakdown of Bretton Woods</p><p>10:12 The Rise of Financialization</p><p>13:08 The End of the Post-War Growth Boom</p><p>19:06 The Neoliberal Turn Begins</p><p>20:31 Undermining Social Democracy</p><p>28:37 Neoliberalism's Global Spread</p><p>31:16 The End of Communism and Its Impact</p><p>32:24 The Economic Landscape of Eastern Europe</p><p>39:04 The Divergent Paths of Russia and China</p><p>43:09 The Rise of Neoliberalism</p><p>55:58 The Social Crisis in America</p><p>01:01:00 Political Blame and the Scapegoating of Immigrants</p><p></p><p><strong>Resources</strong></p><p>Neoliberalism: A Very Short Introduction by David Harvey - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.amazon.com/Neoliberalism-Very-Short-Introduction-Harvey/dp/0198854984">https://www.amazon.com/Neoliberalism-Very-Short-Introduction-Harvey/dp/0198854984</a></p><p>The Shock Doctrine by Naomi Klein - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.amazon.com/Shock-Doctrine-Disaster-Capitalism-Rise/dp/0312427997">https://www.amazon.com/Shock-Doctrine-Disaster-Capitalism-Rise/dp/0312427997</a></p><p>Bretton Woods System Overview - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.imf.org/external/about/histcoop.htm">https://www.imf.org/external/about/histcoop.htm</a></p><p>Gorbachev and the End of the Cold War - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mikhail-Gorbachev">https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mikhail-Gorbachev</a></p><p>The Rise of Financialization by Thomas Philippon - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nber.org/papers/w23244">https://www.nber.org/papers/w23244</a></p><p>Piketty, Capital in the Twenty-First Century - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.amazon.com/Capital-Twenty-First-Century-Thomas-Piketty/dp/0674979850">https://www.amazon.com/Capital-Twenty-First-Century-Thomas-Piketty/dp/0674979850</a></p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://moralrevolution.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">moralrevolution.substack.com</a>
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