In this episode, John Fullerton, an unconventional economist and key proponent of regenerative economics, discusses the polycrisis resulting from traditional economic systems and the need for a paradigm shift towards regeneration. Fullerton shares insights from his transition from Wall Street banker to founding the Capital Institute and emphasizes how holistic approaches in economics and finance can foster sustainable business practices. He elucidates the differences between impact investing, regenerative investing, and discusses the potential role of cryptocurrencies and blockchain in creating a resilient economy. The conversation also delves into how organizations can adopt regenerative principles and the importance of maintaining a holistic view. This episode offers profound insights for anyone interested in advancing regenerative finance principles and fostering a sustainable global economy.

👉 ReFi Podcast: https://twitter.com/ReFiPodcast

👉 ReFi DAO: https://twitter.com/refidaoist

👉 John's LinkedIn profile is here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-fullerton-a5abbb4

👉 Tereza's X profile: https://x.com/TerezaBizkova

👉 Maya's X: https://x.com/mayazdentzel

00:00 Introduction to Regenerative Economics

00:30 Meet John Fullerton: From Wall Street to Regenerative Economics

02:13 The Flaws in Traditional Economic Systems

02:30 John's Journey: From JP Morgan to the Capital Institute

04:22 The Realization of Systemic Issues

06:15 Understanding Regeneration: Beyond Sustainability

15:13 The Role of Finance in Regeneration

22:05 Corporate Challenges in Adopting Regenerative Economics

29:59 Understanding Health Indicators

31:03 The Concept of Regeneration

31:37 Economic System Transformation

32:43 Living Systems and Business Models

34:38 The Role of Technology in Regeneration

37:59 Complementary Currencies and Resilience

44:20 The Future of Finance

50:53 Rapid Fire Questions