Neoliberalism, Politics, & Revolutionizing Social Work with Ken Peeples | RSW Podcast Episode Three

In this episode of The Revolutionary Social Work Podcast, Ace and Alicia sit down with Ken Peeples for a deep conversation about his journey into social work, the importance of personal experiences, and the challenges facing the field today. They discuss how neoliberalism shapes social structures and the growing influence of corporations in politics. Ken critiques the Democratic Party, explores the impact of the military-industrial complex, and shares his disillusionment with the political system, particularly regarding third-party candidates.

Key topics include:

The intersection of politics and social work
The cycle of violence driven by economic systems
Financial education as a tool for breaking generational curses
Burdensome social work licensing requirements and the need for reform
Building economic mobility and community-driven institutions

Chapters:
00:37 Introduction to Revolutionary Social Work Podcast
03:47 Ken Peeples: Journey into Social Work
10:02 The Role of Personal Experience in Social Work1
2:04 The Importance of Listening in Social Work
16:16 Challenges in Modern Social Work
20:55 The Impact of Neoliberalism on Society
25:12 The Intersection of Politics and Social Work
34:47 Critique of the Democratic Party
39:56 The Role of Corporations in Politics
46:29 The Cycle of Violence and War
49:55 The Influence of Money in Politics
51:13 The Military-Industrial Complex and Global Conflicts
55:22 Political Disillusionment and the Role of Activism
01:00:39 The Challenges of Third-Party Politics
01:06:04 The Burden of Licensing in Social Work
01:20:21 Empowering Communities Through Financial Education
01:26:20 Breaking Generational Curses and Economic Mobility

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