logo
episode-header-image
Apr 2023
4m 26s

Social Credits

One2oneacademy
About this episode

Can you be rewarded for being a model citizen? China believes that giving points towards being a model member of society will cut crime rates and link the economy to behavioural traits. A school of thought believes this ideology is nothing more than a control system, removing the fundamental right to expression. Welcome to this edition of one2one podcasts. Universal pay scales have already been trialled in Finland. The ideology of one size fits all is indeed something to think about. If everyone is considered of equal status, does this impact an economy? Well, that's the question posed. Defending an opinion will help you both personally and professionally.


Production - One2one Podcast

Website - www.one2oneacademy.com

Presenter - Sanj Saigal

Lesson Plan - Social Credits



Up next
Jan 2026
The Interview Preparation Course
🌟 Ready to succeed in your next job interview? 🌟Join our Interview Preparation Course at One2One Academy! This course is designed especially for students learning English as a second language (ESL). We focus on building your confidence, improving your English, and teaching you ... Show More
3m 15s
Jan 2026
Do We Still Need Libraries When We’ve Got the Internet?
How much did you understand? Here are 10 listening and comprehension questions to help you understand the article and practise your English skills.What are some things people use libraries for, besides borrowing books?Why are libraries important for people who don’t have the inte ... Show More
6m 30s
Jan 2026
Could you say that again?
Here are 10 random full names commonly used in IELTS Listening tests for dictation practice:Michael ThompsonSusan BradleyDavid CarterEmily RichardsonRobert WalkerSarah MitchellJames FosterOlivia BennettChristopher HughesLaura Peterson3rd March 199815th July 200522nd September 201 ... Show More
17m 57s
Recommended Episodes
Aug 2021
China's regulation crackdown
Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan discuss the various regulations the Chinese government has introduced over the past year. What is behind this trend to regulate different sectors of the Chinese economy? Free audio script available at downtobusinessenglish.com Visit Apple Podcasts to ... Show More
20m 39s
Apr 2023
Elementary | Trouble with Grades
<p>Fortunately, ChinesePod won&#39;t be sending report cards home to your moms (though we of course would give you all A&#39;s!) However, for the millions of Chinese kids in the world, getting good grades can make or break things on the homefront. Listen to this podcast and learn ... Show More
11m 44s
Jan 2021
Economic Sanctions
In this episode, we introduce the idea of economic sanctions in light of the current impact of new sanctions in Syria and look at the advantages and disadvantages of this type of foreign policy tool. To sign up for classes and for transcripts and translations, go to our website h ... Show More
11m 52s
Oct 2020
#221 — Success, Failure, & the Common Good
Sam Harris speaks with Michael Sandel about the problem with meritocracy . They discuss the dark side of the concept of merit, the pernicious myth of the self-made man, the moral significance of luck, the backlash against "elites" and expertise, how we value human excellence, the ... Show More
46m 48s
Oct 2023
Upper-intermediate | Considering a Credit Card
<p>With traditional Chinese money values (hiding piles of cash in a sock in the closet) changing, so is the world of debt in China. While you still won&#39;t find your card as welcome as a nice brick of not-so-crisp 100 notes, join in the debate of cash versus credit in this podc ... Show More
16m 51s
Jun 2022
The Grand Illusion of Worthiness
Who & what decides what another is worth - what they deserve? Is it an "eye for an eye" energy? Is it based on our own internal judgement system or that of a collective programming? If someone is deemed "good" or "bad" are they suddenly rewarded or punished due to meeting another ... Show More
1h 19m
Jul 2024
Episode #205 ... Why a meritocracy is corrosive to society. (Michael Sandel)
Today we talk about the dark side of meritocracy, the effects it has on the way people see each other, the dialectic of pride and humility, education reform, and a rethinking of the way we see government officials. Hope you enjoy it. :) Sponsors: Nord VPN: https://www.NordVPN.com ... Show More
32m 2s