Insight and inspiration on making the right choices for people and planet.

We feature bold conversations with global leaders and innovators from government, businesses, community advocacy, foundations, and more who are charting a path for inclusive growth and sustainability.

Hosted by Michael Green, CEO at Social Progress Imperative.

Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast is an essential listening for decision-makers ready to do things differently.

We explore how the world must move beyond GDP metrics and economic growth to truly improve the social and environmental wellbeing of communities.

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This Week's Episode

The Social Progress Guide to the World Cup

The Social Progress Tournament is a new interactive tool that allows you to evaluate the quality of life and societal wellbeing of the competing nations in the 2026 World Cup. We’re also sharing special data breakdowns on the teams, past winners, and host nations on our new podcast episode.

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This Week's Episode

The Social Progress Guide to the World Cup

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World Cup 2026 Social Progress Tournament

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Riane Eisler on Care, Partnership, and the Real Wealth of Nations

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Is DEI Dead? Why Diversity Is Now More Essential Than Ever

Ukraine's Social Progress Superpower

What is the secret of Costa Rica’s success? The Pura Vida Formula

The Ethics of Pension Funds: Investors Making Change

The Promise and Peril of Philanthrocapitalism: Alternatives to Build a Better World

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