Voices of the New Economy shares stories from the people, projects, and communities building a more just, sustainable, and democratic economy. Produced by the NENA Storytelling Hub, this podcast explores how Australians are reimagining work, enterprise, governance, and care — from community-owned energy to regenerative agriculture, social enterprises, cooperatives, and circular economies.
Each episode features in-depth conversations with changemakers who are challenging the status quo and demonstrating practical alternatives in action. Together, these stories weave a narrative of hope, collaboration, and transformation — showing that another economy is not only possible, but already emerging.
Whether you’re a practitioner, researcher, policymaker, or curious listener, Voices of the New Economy invites you to learn from real-world experiences, connect with inspiring people, and discover how you can participate in shaping the new economy movement.
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Built to Collapse: What Davos Reveals About the Economy We’re Living In
Every January, the world’s most powerful political and economic actors gather in Davos to talk…
Co-operatives and the New Economy: When Businesses Own Their Own Problems
As conversations about the “new economy” gain momentum, much of the attention tends to focus…
Learning to Live Differently: Why Education Sits at the Heart of a New Economy
When people talk about building a new economy, the conversation often starts with the visible…
Making Governance Good: Why Democracy Sits at the Heart of a New Economy
When people talk about building a “new economy”, the conversation often moves quickly to things…
Trust, Care, and the Case for Community Based Income
Across Australia and beyond, many people sense that something is fundamentally misaligned in how our…
Working Less to Live Within Limits: Rethinking Work, Wealth, and Climate Responsibility
Few ideas provoke as much immediate discomfort as the suggestion that people in wealthy societies…
Imagining Futures Worth Living In: What the Northern Rivers Can Teach Us About a New Economy
When most of us think about the future, our minds drift toward crisis. We picture…
Why Working Less, Sharing More, and Rethinking “Growth” Might Be the Key to a Liveable Future
Across Australia, more and more people are questioning the promise that economic growth will solve…
Why Localisation Might Be the Most Common-Sense Solution to Creating Sustainable Economies
Most of us feel it: life is getting faster, more stressful, more expensive, and more…