The Empathic Civilization

Jeremy Rifkin

What is it about?

• In this talk from RSA Animate, bestselling author Jeremy Rifkin investigates the evolution of empathy and the profound ways it has shaped human development and society.

The Speaker

• Jeremy Rifkin (born January 26, 1945) is an American economist, writer, public speaker, political advisor and activist.

• He is the founder and president of the Foundation On Economic Trends.

• Rifkin's work explores the potential impact of scientific and technological changes on the economy, the workforce, society, and the environment.