#172 The Future of Capitalism - with Paul Collier

> Sign Up For Our Newsletter: http://www.firsthuman.com/being-human-newsletter/In this episode of Being Human, I speak with Paul Collier, the author of the barn-storming new economic treatise 'The Future of Capitalism'.From humble beginnings in Sheffield, England, to life as an Oxford don, Paul understands the power and limitations of capitalism from both sides of the tracks. In our conversation, Paul reflects on the role businesses must play in creating a more sustainable version of capitalism.Packed with great anecdotes and some sobering insights, I really enjoyed this oneWe talk:From England's poorest city to celebrated academicWhy 'oughts' trump 'wants'How General Motors failed at LeanHow the capitalism that has brought us closer is now pushing us apartWhy we can't treat humans like catsLinks:Paul's The Future of CapitalismNicholas A. Christakis - Blueprint: The Evolutionary Origins of a Good SocietyMichael J. Sandel - The Tyranny of MeritRobert D. Putnam - The UpswingPaul Collier, John Kay - Greed Is Dead: Politics After Individualism