In this episode, host Noah Rouse engages in discussion with Professor Michael Pollitt, Professor of Business Economics at Cambridge Judge Business School. They explore the intersection of faith, economics, and climate change, with Pollitt pressing the case for faith leaders to support economic solutions like carbon markets. The conversation touches on overcoming theologians’ misconceptions about market economies, the role of faith in historic social movements, and the potential for faith-based leadership to inspire action in addressing global climate challenges. Professor Pollitt emphasizes the need for a clear, unified ask from faith groups to make significant progress on climate policy, highlighting youth activism as a cause for optimism.

00:00 Introduction and Host Background

00:46 Guest Introduction: Professor Michael Pollitt

01:13 Professor Pollitt's Research Overview

02:09 Religion and Economics in Climate Change

04:45 Faith Leaders and Market Economists

05:37 Historical Precedents of Faith Movements

06:55 The Role of Faith in Climate Policy

08:24 Challenges and Opportunities for Faith-Based Climate Action

11:03 Uniting Faith and Secular Efforts

13:29 Hope and Solutions for Climate Change

16:17 Final Reflections and Hopeful Initiatives

17:48 Conclusion and Thanks