FARSIGHT

Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies (CIFS)

Narrated articles and conversations with the world's foremost futures thinkers, delivered to you by FARSIGHT, a quarterly publication by the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies.

  1. History of the Future: Bertrand de Jouvenel

    12 MAR

    History of the Future: Bertrand de Jouvenel

    Political philosopher turned futurist, Bertrand de Jouvenel is one of the foundational figures in futures studies. His life and thought were deeply shaped by the defining upheavals of the 20th century — the rise of fascism, the catastrophe of World War II, and the titanic ideological struggle of the Cold War. Subscribe to FARSIGHT by becoming a⁠ Futures Member⁠ at the Institute. Hosts: Casper Skovgaard Petersen & August Leo Liljenberg Assistant producer: Tallulah Richards Sources Daniel Knegt: Fascism, Liberalism and Europeanism in the Political Thought of Bertrand de Jouvenel and Alfred Fabre-Luce Jasper Verschoor: "More than Planners, Less than Utopians:" 1960s Futurism and Post-Industrial Theory Daniel Rosenberg: Taming the Minotaur: Bertrand de Jouvenel on Liberty and Authority Brian C. Anderson: Bertrand de Jouvenel's Melancholy Liberalism Bertrand de Jouvenel: On Power Bertrand de Jouvenel: The Art of Conjecture Published by the ⁠Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies

    1 h 10 min

  2. 18 FEB

    Trains Across Europe

    Trains and rail once symbolised progress and modernity in Europe. Today, they have more-so come to represent ideas of social equity and public good – an unassuming but universally accessible means of transport. Could rail reclaim its lost significance and prestige – and if so, what would it take? Subscribe to FARSIGHT by becoming a Futures Member at the Institute. Author: Casper Skovgaard Petersen Narration: Manya Lind (with ElevenLabs AI) Published by the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies

    13 min

  3. 5 FEB

    The Ambiguity of Utopia

    Since its invention in the sixteenth century, the idea of 'Utopia' has carried an inherent ambiguity. Suspended between reality and fiction, the emancipatory and the fatal, two conflicting meanings have clung to the word for centuries and continue to do so today, as visions of utopia are making a comeback among tech billionaires and Saudi Arabian royalty alike. Subscribe to FARSIGHT by becoming a Futures Member at the Institute. Author: Mads Vindaal Narration: August Leo Liljenberg (with ElevenLabs AI) Published by the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies

    24 min
  4. History of the Future: Herman Kahn

    21 GEN

    History of the Future: Herman Kahn

    Kahn the genius, Kahn the futurist, Kahn the psychopath. The FARSIGHT hosts take a closer look at the life and legacy of one of the 20th century’s most influential futurists and public intellectuals. Subscribe to FARSIGHT by becoming a Futures Member at the Institute. Hosts: Casper Skovgaard Petersen & August Leo Liljenberg Sources Alex Abella: Soldiers of Reason: The RAND Corporation and the Rise of the American Empire Sharon Ghamari-Tabrizi: The Worlds of Herman Kahn: The Intuitive Science of Thermonuclear War Paul Dragos Aligica: “The challenge of the future and the institutionalization of interdisciplinarity: notes on Herman Kahn’s legacy” Herman Kahn: On Thermonuclear War Herman Kahn: The Year 2000 Neil Pickett: A History of Hudson Institute Published by the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies

    46 min

  5. 18 GEN

    The Case for Critical Hope

    When confronted with the great crises of our time, a sense of hope about the future can seem naïve at best, or even counterproductive if it leads to complacency. Yet thinkers across psychology, behavioural science, and philosophy recognise hope as an essential driver of social and societal change. Far from being a passive sentiment, hope paired with purposeful action enables humans to imagine alternative futures and work their way through tough times. Subscribe to FARSIGHT by becoming a Futures Member at the Institute. Author: Lisa Di Giulio Narration: Manya Lind (with ElevenLabs AI) Published by the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies

    12 min

  6. 7 GEN

    The Prediction Problem

    Most futurists prefer the exploration of multiple potential scenarios over determinate paths. Some will say prediction is entirely impossible – but is this necessarily true? Subscribe to FARSIGHT by becoming a Futures Member at the Institute. Author: Christian Kaarup Baron Narration: August Leo Liljenberg (with ElevenLabs AI) Published by the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies

    11 min

  7. 19/12/2025

    Has Faith in Progress Lost its Footing?

    Across wealthy societies, citizens no longer believe the future will be better than the past. The idea of progress as an inevitable historical force was born in the Western world – now it may be drawing its last breath there, too. Subscribe to FARSIGHT by becoming a Futures Member at the Institute. Authors: Casper Skovgaard Petersen & Suus Hulsen Narration: Manya Lind (with ElevenLabs AI) Published by the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies

    15 min
  8. The Limitless Future w/ Thomas Moynihan

    08/12/2025

    The Limitless Future w/ Thomas Moynihan

    We now understand that the future is not fixed but contingent – it can unfold in an endless number of ways, its outcome hinging on both choice and chance. When did humans discover that the future is undecided, and what did it mean?   We’re joined by Thomas Moynihan, a thinker and author interested in X-risk, deep possibility, planetary-scale thinking, and the history of human self-understanding. Thomas Moynihan’s upcoming book is The History of Contingency and Future-Oriented Thought. Subscribe to FARSIGHT in print by becoming a ⁠Futures Member⁠ at the Institute. Hosts: Casper Skovgaard Petersen & August Leo Liljenberg Guest: Thomas Moynihan Published by the ⁠Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies

    1 h 27 min
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Descrizione

Narrated articles and conversations with the world's foremost futures thinkers, delivered to you by FARSIGHT, a quarterly publication by the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies.

Informazioni

  • Creatore
    Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies (CIFS)
  • Anni di attività
    2023 - 2026
  • Puntate
    83
  • Classificazione
    Contenuti adatti a tutti
  • Copyright
    © Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies (CIFS)
  • Sito web del podcast
    FARSIGHT

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