The Economics of Power and Progress
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12 sessions
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BS
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+12
This series ended on May 17, 2025. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.
About
Each week, we’ll explore a key debate in economics and business, analysing different perspectives on wealth, work, and the global economy. With focus on ethical dilemmas, policy decisions, and real-world implications.
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Ahinsa S 🇮🇳
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Hi! I'm Ahinsa, a recent high school graduate from India. I love to do MUNs and work on data science models.
Schedule
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Please do not miss more than 1 session and if you can’t attend a session, inform the tutor priorly. Engagement in the sessions is a must.
SESSION 1
4
Apr
SESSION 1
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Fri 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM UTCApr 4, 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM UTC
Ever wondered why some people get richer while others struggle? Or if AI will take over jobs? Or whether businesses should care more about people than profit? In this series, we’ll break down the big questions that shape our everyday lives—money, work, innovation, and power—through fun, thought-provoking debates.
Each week, we’ll step into different perspectives, challenge ideas, and maybe even change our own minds. No fancy economics degree needed—just curiosity, a willingness to speak up, and an open mind. Let’s make sense of the economy, one debate at a time!
SESSION 2
5
Apr
SESSION 2
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 12:45 PM - 1:30 PM UTCApr 5, 12:45 PM - 1:30 PM UTC
In this session we’ll discuss about the dynamics of producers and consumers in their point of views and learn about difference in work ethics and profit.
SESSION 3
18
Apr
SESSION 3
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Fri 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM UTCApr 18, 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM UTC
In this session we’ll discuss about Consumerism and branding and how advertisements have shaped our needs more than our choices and how deeply it affects our perceptions of value, necessity, and desire. Is advertising simply informing us, or is it manipulating us? How do brands shape culture and economy—and where’s the line between influence and control?
SESSION 4
19
Apr
SESSION 4
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM UTCApr 19, 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM UTC
In this session we’ll discuss should global currencies be regulated by a single world authority? As economies become increasingly interconnected, currency fluctuations, exchange rate manipulation, and national monetary policies often lead to global ripple effects. This session explores whether the world would benefit from a centralized monetary authority—or whether such a system would concentrate too much power and threaten national sovereignty.
SESSION 5
25
Apr
SESSION 5
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Fri 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM UTCApr 25, 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM UTC
In this session, we’ll discuss what it means to grow up in a society where your zip code can determine your economic future and how individuals' lived experiences, especially their place of birth, community, and environment, shape their opportunities, access, and outcomes.
SESSION 6
26
Apr
SESSION 6
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM UTCApr 26, 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM UTC
In this session, we’ll discuss the roles of the IMF, World Bank and WTO in shaping the global economy, asking who truly holds power within these bodies and whether every member state has an equal voice, explore how their loan conditions impact the sovereignty of developing nations, debate if they foster growth or create dependency, and consider whether the current structure of global financial power needs reform.
SESSION 7
27
Apr
SESSION 7
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sun 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM UTCApr 27, 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM UTC
In this session, we’ll discuss what it means to grow up in a society where your zip code can determine your economic future and how individuals' lived experiences, especially their place of birth, community, and environment, shape their opportunities, access, and outcomes.
SESSION 8
2
May
SESSION 8
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Fri 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM UTCMay 2, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM UTC
In this dialogue, we’ll explore the question: Does economic growth always equal progress? While rising GDP and expanding industries are often seen as signs of success, they don’t always translate to improvements in quality of life, social equity, or environmental sustainability. We’ll discuss examples where economies grew but inequality widened, resources were depleted, or communities were left behind. Together, we’ll examine whether true progress should be measured beyond just economic numbers — and what factors might matter more.
SESSION 9
3
May
SESSION 9
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM UTCMay 3, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM UTC
This discussion explores how automation is transforming the workforce. It examines the potential for job displacement as machines and AI take over tasks traditionally done by humans. The conversation also considers the opportunities automation presents, such as the creation of new industries and jobs. Key issues include the challenges of reskilling workers, economic inequality, and the role of government in managing the transition to an automated economy.
SESSION 10
9
May
SESSION 10
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Fri 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM UTCMay 9, 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM UTC
This discussion explores the shifting global economic landscape, focusing on how the world is moving between two broad systems of International sanctions and trade tariffs,
rise of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, dual economies in developing nations and hybrid systems blending state and market control.
SESSION 11
10
May
SESSION 11
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM UTCMay 10, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM UTC
In this session we’ll explore how powerful corporations—especially monopolies—can influence economies and challenge the fairness and freedom that democracy depends on.
SESSION 12
17
May
SESSION 12
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM UTCMay 17, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM UTC
In this session we’ll discuss is Economic progress without environmental responsibility regressive and not progressive.