Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Send us a text (buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/244372/open_sms)
The “tragedy of the commons” is an idea that has so thoroughly seeped into culture and law that it seems normal for people and corporations to own land, water, and even whole ecosystems. But there’s a BIG problem: the “tragedy” part of it has been debunked – it really should be the triumph of the commons. Learn the origin story of privatization and explore the true meaning of commons and how to manage them for sustainability and equity. Also check out our suggestions for championing the commons (beyond Robin Hood’s strategy of stabbing the aristocracy). For episode notes and more information, please visit our website (postcarbon.org/crazytown/) .
Support the show (postcarbon.org/supportcrazytown/)
Send us a text (buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/244372/open_sms)
The “tragedy of the commons” is an idea that has so thoroughly seeped into culture and law that it seems normal for people and corporations to own land, water, and even whole ecosystems. But there’s a BIG problem: the “tragedy” part of it has been debunked – it really should be the triumph of the commons. Learn the origin story of privatization and explore the true meaning of commons and how to manage them for sustainability and equity. Also check out our suggestions for championing the commons (beyond Robin Hood’s strategy of stabbing the aristocracy). For episode notes and more information, please visit our website (postcarbon.org/crazytown/) .
Support the show (postcarbon.org/supportcrazytown/)
