In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico introduces his guest, Antonis Schwarz, a philanthropist, impact investor, and advocate for social equality. Antonis shares his unique perspective as a wealthy individual who believes rich people should be taxed more. Rico highlights Antonis' background, mentioning that his family's pharmaceutical company, Schwarz Pharma, was sold in 2006, leading to a significant change in Antonis' life. Despite his newfound wealth, Antonis' personal approach remained grounded as he continued his education and pursued higher studies. They discuss the origins of Antonis' philanthropic journey, tracing back to his upbringing in a politically conscious family and experiences with social and political movements in Greece and Germany. Our guest shares how he initially donated to the Red Cross for war relief efforts in Syria, highlighting his passion for supporting social entrepreneurship and organizations such as Ashoka, a global network of social entrepreneurs. As their conversation progresses, Anoni explains that while his approach initially lacked a systematic focus, he has gradually become more opportunistic and has shifted his attention toward supporting social movements and activism, recognizing their potential for significant impact. They both share their own thoughts on inheritance tax, highlighting the challenges of taxing inherited shares in medium-sized companies without jeopardizing job security. As the episode unfolds, listeners gain insights into Antonis' focus on supporting grassroots social movements, and his advocacy for a fairer distribution of wealth through increased taxation. If you like this episode, don't forget to click the 'Follow' button to give us a positive review so you don't miss any future updates.

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PHINEO analysis & consulting

Guerrilla Foundation

Good Move Initiatives

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