Podcast•Mar 10, 2026•0 min
A Very Brief Interview with Klaus Schwab
In this brief interview, Klaus Schwab, founder of the World Economic Forum, discusses the challenges of a rapidly changing "intelligent age," emphasizing the need for stakeholder capitalism and global cooperation. He highlights a trilemma between globalization, democracy, and rapid adaptability, arguing that societies must find a balance that keeps citizens engaged in policy decisions. Schwab attributes rising populism and mistrust to a fragmented sense of truth fueled by digital media, and suggests restoring common ground through transparent democratic processes like Swiss referendums. The conversation ends abruptly due to Schwab’s health issues, leaving many of his points unresolved.