Welcome to Transnational Care: Bridging Borders and Digital Landscapes, brought to you by the Cologne International Forum at the University of Cologne. This podcast examines the intersections of migration, labor, and technology within the global care economy, shedding light on how globalization and digitalization are reshaping care work as both a personal and commodified practice.

In our third episode, we are thrilled to have Michael Kemmerling, a political economist from the University of Cologne, as our guest. Michael completed his PhD at the International Max Planck Research School, focusing on the social and political impacts of the digital transformation of capitalism. His research examines how digital technologies and infrastructures influence corporate strategies and political power.In this episode,

Michael unpacks the fundamental changes that digital infrastructures bring to care relationships, as well as the emergence of new actors in the field, such as digital care platforms. They explore how digital tools transform both the individual caregiver-care recipient relationship and the business models of care providers, highlighting the benefits and risks for care workers and users alike.

Let’s dive into this insightful discussion with Mihael Kemmerling, exploring the intricate ways in which digitalization intersects with care in today's global landscape.