24. The Quantification Society: Unraveling Social Credit Scores. Feat. Futurist and Economist Bronwyn Williams.

Welcome back to another episode of Mizter Rad Show, where we explore intriguing ideas and challenges at the intersection of technology, society, and the future. In this episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Bronwyn Williams, a futurist economist and partner at Flux Trends. In our broad-ranging discussion, we delve into the complexities of quantification in modern society, such as carbon credit scores, and how our desire for control is shaping this trend. We'll pull back the curtain on how this trend is subtly affecting women's leadership, reshaping the workplace, and posing potential threats to fairness and individual privacy. We explore how this metamorphosis is emerging in both the corporate world and the broader geopolitical landscape. As we discuss Europe's regulatory approach contrasted with China's technological strategy, we unveil the various implications for global economic policies and individual citizens' rights. Williams shares thought-provoking insights on the emerging social credit systems, including what it means to monetize every aspect of our lives - from work to relationships, even to our health status. Do these practices drift us more towards efficiency or slide us into an era of dystopia? Where will quantification take us in a 100-year timeline? The answer to these and so much more on this enlightening episode. Prepare to see your everyday life from a fresh, even futuristic perspective. Buckle up for an intellectual journey here on the Mizter Rad Show.