Future of Work Hub Podcast Series

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Episodes

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Welcome to the Future of Work Hub’s In Conversation podcast. In this podcast series, Lucy Lewis will be hosting exclusive discussions with innovators, business leaders and thought leaders, to explore their perspective on the changing world of work. The global pandemic has accelerated longer term societal, economic, and technological trends, giving us a unique opportunity, a once in a generation challenge to rethink who, how, what and where we work.

Episodes

In Conversation with (February 2022) - Dr Carl Benedikt Frey, Director, Future of Work, Oxford Martin School, University of Oxford (Automation)

In the second episode of our ‘In Conversation with…’ podcast series for 2022, Lucy speaks to Dr Carl Benedikt Frey, Director, Future of Work, Oxford Martin School, University of Oxford. In this episode, Carl revisits the landmark study he co-authored in 2013 “The future of employment: how susceptible are jobs to computerisation” and discusses their conclusions - that 47% of jobs in the US, and 40% of jobs in Europe, would be vulnerable to technological displacement in the next 20 years. As well ...

Feb 07, 2022•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (January 2022) - Claire Haidar, Founder and CEO of Wyndr and Pattyrn (Virtual and hybrid work)

Our first ‘In conversation with…’ podcast for 2022, features Claire Haidar, technology entrepreneur, future thinker and Founder and CEO of Wndyr and Pattyrn. Claire explains how the future of work is chaos, why we should all be embracing it and how companies can build resilience to adapt. Claire shares her view that hybrid working doesn’t work and explores what clashes of cultures can happen in trying to maintain a hybrid workplace. The conversation ends with some lessons learnt from building cu...

Jan 07, 2022•29 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (December 2021) - Reflections on 2021

In our final ‘In conversation with…’ podcast for 2021, our host, Lucy Lewis, reflects on the perspectives shared by our ten guest speakers on what the future of work could hold. Our conversations have covered a lot of ground, reflecting the dynamic landscape of the world of work. Highlights include how the role of trust between people and business is changing, the rise of hybrid working and the future of the office and how the workforce is shaping the sustainability agenda. Lucy concludes with a...

Dec 06, 2021•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (November 2021) - Andrew Magowan, Director of Sustainability and GC at Berry Bros. & Rudd (Sustainability)

Our tenth episode of our ‘ In Conversation with… ’ podcast series features Andrew Magowan, Director of Sustainability and General Counsel at Berry Bros. & Rudd. In this episode, Andrew explores the significant impact on businesses, both as employers and brands, of the expectation to “ do the right thing ” in terms of sustainability. Andrew shares his thoughts on the government’s role in driving change in relation to sustainability issues, noting the value and impact government intervention h...

Nov 08, 2021•25 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (October 2021) - James Davies Partner at Lewis Silkin LLP (Future of work trends)

James discusses his new report, the Eight Drivers of Change, analysing that whilst the pandemic has been a leading catalyst for change in the future of work, it is only one of many drivers of change. James talks through the emerging themes he has identified as a result of the drivers of changes, in particular exploring how changes to the labour market will see ongoing skills shortages and the pandemic meaning employers will be striving to restore a sense of belonging at work. Finally, James make...

Oct 05, 2021•20 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (September 2021) - Neta Meidav, CEO and Co-Founder of Vault Platform (Trust tech)

Neta explains how the creation of Vault Platform came about, how being able to ‘speak up’ and report goes hand in hand with creating or breaking trust in organisations and how companies should be striving for high reporting rates. Neta explores how trust tech has the ability to create bonds between a company and it’s people as well as recognising the growing importance of employees having an active voice within their organisation. Finally Neta shares some insight into what companies should be do...

Sep 06, 2021•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (July 2021) - Philippa Wagner, Creative and Cultural Strategist (Brand activism)

Our seventh episode of our ‘In Conversation with…’ series features Philippa Wagner, creative strategist and thought leader with over 20 years’ experience in strategic trend forecasting and shaping the future of some of the world’s leading brands. Philippa explores the rise of the sustainability agenda and the response of businesses, together with their role in helping consumers make better choices. Philippa shares her thoughts on brand activism and the increasing convergence between what employe...

Jun 29, 2021•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (June 2021) - Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, CEO of 20-first (Female leadership)

Our sixth episode of our ‘In Conversation with…’ series features Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, CEO of 20-first, one of the world's leading global consultancies focussed on gender balance. Avivah highlights the business opportunities of gender balance for organisations, the focus on female leadership traits as a result of the pandemic, the rise of “conscious capitalism” and the role government and policy have to play in shaping demographic change. We are encouraged to change the way we think about ...

May 28, 2021•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (May 2021) - Alexander Milner-Smith, Partner at Lewis Silkin LLP (Data privacy)

Our fifth episode of our ‘In Conversation with…’ series features Alexander Milner-Smith, partner and Co-Head of Lewis Silkin’s data privacy group. Alexander explores the main trends in data privacy in recent years and what the future looks like in light of the pandemic. The conversation turns to the shifting attitudes towards the handling of health data and what employers can and should be doing to embed a culture of respect for data privacy in the future workplace post Covid-19.

May 04, 2021•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (April 2021) - Neil Usher, Property workplace and change leader (Future of the office)

In our fourth podcast of the series, we talk to property workplace expert and change leader, Neil Usher. We discuss how the pandemic has caused us to question the purpose of the office, the future impact on our workspaces and the growing importance of sustainability. For those contemplating a return to the office, Neil offers advice on how to adopt an experimental mindset when designing a fantastic workspace for the future, without losing sight of employee wellbeing and workplace culture. For mo...

Mar 23, 2021•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (March 2021) - Rebecca Glover and Clemmie Stewart, Principal and Senior Head of Prep Schools at Surbiton High School (Future skills)

In our third podcast of the series, we talk to thought leaders in education, Rebecca Glover, Principal of Surbiton High School and Clemmie Stewart, Senior Head of Prep Schools at Surbiton High. Rebecca and Clemmie presented a TED talk last year asking whether parenting approaches need to change to prepare children for the future, proposing ‘trampoline parenting’ as the solution. We explore with them what the most important tools and skills are for the workplace of the future and the role of the ...

Feb 22, 2021•25 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (February 2021) - Peter Cheese, Chief Executive of the CIPD (Future of work trends)

In our second podcast of the series, we talk to Peter Cheese, Chief Executive of the CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development, championing better work and working lives. Peter discusses how 2020 has changed the agenda for businesses, the potential for the end of the 9 to 5 working day and the future of the office. We go on to discuss how people professionals should be planning for the future of work, the increasing importance of employee voice and why upskilling to futureproof y...

Feb 01, 2021•31 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast

In Conversation with (January 2021) – Ian Goldin, Professor of Globalisation and Development at Oxford University (Future of work trends)

In our first podcast of the series, we talk to Ian Goldin, Professor of Globalisation and Development at Oxford University and Director of the Oxford Martin Programme on Technological and Economic Change. Previously Ian was economic advisor to President Mandela and then Vice President and Director of Development Policy for the World Bank. Ian gives us his views on the key trends at play in the world of work and discusses the Oxford Martin Programme’s research showing 47% of jobs may be vulnerabl...

Jan 05, 2021•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast