{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Beyond Agile: Cooperative Ventures with Matt Barcomb","description":" In this episode of the Agile Uprising podcast, hosts Andy Cleff and Chris Murman are joined by guest Matt Barcomb for a spirited discussion on cooperative ventures in business. Barcomb challenges traditional organizational structures, discussing the shift from domination-based systems to cooperation-based models. The conversation delves into worker cooperatives, democratic decision-making processes, and the potential for these structures to address the shortcomings of Agile and Lean methodologies. Matt shares insights from his extensive reading and experiences, highlighting the potential of worker cooperatives and democratic business models. The episode also touches on the challenges of scaling cooperative practices and the importance of radical transparency and equitable wealth distribution. Tune in to gain insights into alternative business models, the principles of cooperation, and how these ideas might shape the future of work. Matt Barcomb's Contact Info https:\/\/twitter.com\/mattbarcomb https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/mgbarcomb\/ Links Mentioned Humanocracy - by Gary Hamill Great Game of Business - by Jack Stack and Bo Burlingham Small is Beautiful - Ed Schumacher United States Federation of Worker Cooperatives  Scrums Allegiance with Jensen Schwatherwell Flow Based Road Maps with Melissa Perri and Matt Barcomb About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us.  Much thanks to the artist Krebs from Machine Man Records who provided us our outro music free-of-charge!  If you like what you heard, check out these links to find more music you might enjoy! If you\u2019d like to join the discussion and share your stories,  please jump into the fray at our Discord Server! We at the Agile Uprising are committed to being totally free.  However, if you\u2019d like to contribute and help us defray hosting and production costs we do have a Patreon.  Who knows, you might even get some surprises in the mail!   ","author_name":"Agile Uprising Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/www.agileuprising.com\/","html":"