John Bunzl is a global political activist and businessman. In 2000, he founded the Simultaneous Policy (Simpol) campaign, a way for citizens to use their votes to drive politicians towards global cooperation. It has supporters in over 100 countries and enjoys the support of a growing number of Members of Parliament around the world. He has authored or co-authored a number of books including Monetary Reform – Making it Happen!, People-centred Global Governance – Making it Happen!, and Global Domestic Politics. He has published numerous articles on global governance in the Journal of Integral Theory & Practice. He has lectured widely, including to The Schumacher Society, The World Trade Organisation, The Lucis Trust, and various universities.
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Simpol – the Simultaneous Policy – combines a way to understand global problems, a new approach to politics, and an electoral strategy that brings them together.
Our solution is a range of multi-issue policy packages to solve global problems with each package to be implemented, at the same time, on the same date. That way, no nation loses out – everyone wins. Each package contains multiple issues so nations can balance the costs of one issue with the gains from another.
Simpol is common sense. It’s about going from destructive global competition to truly global cooperation.
To make it happen, we run campaigns in countries around the world that give citizens the power to compel their leaders to implement Simpol through the vote. You can support Simpol by signing up as a supporter, or read on to learn more about why Simpol is the answer.
Launched in 2000 by businessman John Bunzl, the idea for Simpol came as the response to a question: what would you do to solve the issue of Climate Change? Sitting at Sunday dinner with his family, John arrived at the idea almost as an epiphany – all nations would have to act together, simultaneously. Only that way could all nations win.
Simpol is run by the International Simultaneous Policy Organisation (ISPO). Since it was founded, Simpol has been collaboratively developed with politicians, academics, psychologists and supporting citizens.
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Last 50 posts on own channels (YouTube, Podcast, Medium or Website/Blog):
Cuisine — Crispy Grilled Pizza Margherita
Published on: 5 Dec 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Caprese Pasta with Thai Basil — Vegetable Salad
Published on: 1 Dec 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Pear and Gorgonzola Cheese Pizza — Main Dishes
Published on: 27 Nov 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Seafood — Game Day Halftime Snack Board
Published on: 21 Nov 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Vegetables — Red Swiss Chard with Pine Nuts and Prosciutto
Published on: 14 Nov 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Cookies — No Bake Cookies without Peanut Butter
Published on: 5 Nov 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Salmon with Garlic-Butter Sauce — Seafood Main Dishes
Published on: 28 Oct 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Meat and Poultry — Slow Cooker Dump and Go Cheesy Chicken
Published on: 19 Oct 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Pesto Genovese (Authentic Italian Basil Pesto)
Published on: 12 Oct 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Potato — Oven Roasted Parmesan Potatoes
Published on: 4 Oct 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Appetizers and Snacks — Baked Turkey Meatballs
Published on: 27 Sep 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Main Dishes — Minnesota Pork Chops
Published on: 19 Sep 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Small-Batch Basil and Cherry Tomato Freezer Jam — Sauces and Condiments
Published on: 21 Aug 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Breakfast and Brunch — Cucumber Orange Carrot Juice
Published on: 13 Aug 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Parmesan Encrusted Pine Nuts
Published on: 14 Jun 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Applesauce Bran Muffins — Muffin
Published on: 6 Jun 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Salad — Tuna Salad — Tuna Pasta Salad
Published on: 26 May 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Stews — Smoked Paprika Goulash for the Slow Cooker
Published on: 20 May 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Quinoa Stuffing — Side Dish
Published on: 11 May 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Bread — Indian Fry Bread
Published on: 30 Apr 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Roasted Vegetable and Kale Soup
Published on: 21 Apr 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Desserts — No-Bake Cookie — Marshmallow Crispie Bars
Published on: 8 Apr 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
June’s Layered Rhubarb Bars — Desserts
Published on: 1 Apr 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Soup — Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup
Published on: 21 Mar 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Vegetable Salad — Fiesta Onions
Published on: 6 Mar 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Aunt Carol’s Spinach and Fish Bake — Seafood
Published on: 27 Feb 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Double Chocolate Cheesecake — Desserts — Cheesecake
Published on: 25 Feb 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Asian Turkey Burgers
Published on: 21 Feb 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Eggs au Gratin with Vegetables
Published on: 19 Feb 23 in John Bunzle – Medium
by John Bunzl
Individual responsibility is important, but it’s not enough.
Published on: 20 Jun 20 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
We Need a New Operating System: The Gauntlet has been laid down
Published on: 16 Apr 20 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
Election Rebellion?
Published on: 21 Nov 19 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
Excellent and insightful article.
Published on: 23 Oct 19 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
Jorge, you’re absolutely right!
Published on: 20 Oct 19 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
What is Radical Global Love?
Published on: 26 Sep 19 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
The question, as ever, is how to achieve that ‘revolution’?
Published on: 12 Sep 19 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
Simul-culturalism: How to bridge the political polarization that’s tearing us apart
Published on: 13 Dec 18 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
Brexit voters want more regulation, not less
Published on: 23 Apr 18 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
What Trump can teach us about tackling Climate Change
Published on: 14 Mar 18 in John Bunzle – Medium
by The Simultaneous Policy (Simpol)
In the 21st century we face innumerable material and existential challenges both now and in the future, from religious fanaticism, mass migration, unfettered corporate power, to inequality, big data and climate change. Ahead of these global threats and tragedies is a common barrier to their solution—it is the spirit that has defined the age we live in: competition. The Simultaneous Policy Solution, the ‘SIMPOL Solution’ shows us how we must all come to terms with the crippling effect of global competition. Only through simultaneous action, through cooperation, can we overcome these problems.
Recent Videos and Podcasts where John Bunzle has been interviewed
Cuisine — Crispy Grilled Pizza MargheritaBring the ingredients for your pizza outside and light the grill. Spending a summer evening eating grilled pizza with mozzarella, basil, and tomatoes is enjoyable and cool.
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Caprese Pasta with Thai Basil — Vegetable SaladFor lunch on a hot day, try this light summery caprese pasta with Thai basil and lemon-flavored balsamic vinegar.
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Pear and Gorgonzola Cheese Pizza — Main DishesHere’s an appetizer that’s exciting and unique! Fresh pears and Gorgonzola cheese star as unlikely cohorts in this wildly delicious flavor extravaganza!
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Seafood — Game Day Halftime Snack BoardOn game day, it will be time for more snacking by halftime, so get ready with this elaborate and delectable snack board!
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Vegetables — Red Swiss Chard with Pine Nuts and ProsciuttoA quick side dish with strong flavors, inspired by Italy, is made with Swiss chard that has been lightly cooked until wilted along
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Cookies — No Bake Cookies without Peanut ButterThese no-bake cookies are made without peanut butter. This recipe requires just sugar, butter, milk, cocoa, oats, and vanilla for a quick treat.
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Salmon with Garlic-Butter Sauce — Seafood Main DishesThis quick and simple two-person baked salmon dish is ideal for a weeknight meal.
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Meat and Poultry — Slow Cooker Dump and Go Cheesy ChickenDon’t be late for dinner; just dump the cheddar soup and the chicken and leave.
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Use a mortar and pestle to make authentic pesto Genoese, a smooth paste of basil, garlic, Italian cheeses, and extra-virgin olive oil.
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Potato — Oven Roasted Parmesan PotatoesA Parmesan roasted potatoes recipe  coated in seasoning, including garlic, Parmesan cheese, and paprika. Perfectly crispy outside and fluffy inside.
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Appetizers and Snacks — Baked Turkey MeatballsIt doesn’t take long to make these oven-baked turkey meatballs! In less than 30 minutes, they’ll be ready to add to any of your favorite dishes.
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Main Dishes — Minnesota Pork ChopsDelicious casserole of pork chops and wild rice with a creamy mushroom sauce.
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Small-Batch Basil and Cherry Tomato Freezer Jam — Sauces and CondimentsThis jam is a sweet and savory way to use up any extra cherry tomatoes you might have on hand. It goes
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Breakfast and Brunch — Cucumber Orange Carrot JuiceThis orange, cucumber, and carrot juice is a refreshing way to start the day and is ready in about 10 minutes.
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Pine nuts covered in parmesan are a quick and simple salad topping that will impress the whole family.
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Applesauce Bran Muffins — MuffinApplesauce bran muffins are an easy way to eat bran cereal and are quick and easy to prepare for breakfast or a snack.
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Salad — Tuna Salad — Tuna Pasta SaladThis delightful salad is a quick and easy toss of delicate sea shell pasta, chopped lettuce, sliced scallions, canned tuna, peas and Cheddar cheese. Pour in your favorite
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Stews — Smoked Paprika Goulash for the Slow CookerThis beef stew has a rich, smoky flavor thanks to the smoked paprika. It can be prepared the day before and reheated because it cooks
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Quinoa Stuffing — Side DishQuinoa, butternut squash, zucchini, cranberries, and dried apricots add flavor and color to a pilaf-like dish that’s vegetarian and gluten-free.
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Bread — Indian Fry BreadThis quick and simple recipe for crisp and bubbly fry bread makes a delicious base for Indian tacos or a decadent dessert.
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Roasted vegetables are pureed and cooked with broth, kale, and a nice mix of Italian sausages for a hearty soup.
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Desserts — No-Bake Cookie — Marshmallow Crispie BarsEasy, easy, easy. As a variation, you can add candy coated chocolates, chocolate chips, or nuts.
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June’s Layered Rhubarb Bars — DessertsFresh rhubarb is layered with a marshmallow, Cool Whip, and vanilla pudding filling on top of a graham cracker crust in these easy, sweet bars.
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Soup — Six Can Chicken Tortilla SoupThis easy chicken tortilla soup recipe uses cans of corn, chicken broth, black beans, chunk chicken, and tomatoes for a quick and tasty hot dinner.
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