Jimmy's Jobs of the Future Jimmy McLoughlin OBE

In this episode of 'Jimmy's Jobs of the Future,' Science Minister Andrew discusses the role and responsibilities of being the UK's science minister, highlighting the government's commitment to making the UK a science and technology superpower through a record funding of 20 billion pounds for research and innovation.
Andrew elaborates on exciting developments in engineering biology and the strength of the UK in life sciences, mentioning the government's investment and vision for engineering biology.
He also reflects on his background as the CFO of Sky, his transition into politics, and the importance of integrating business practices into government for better performance and risk management.
Andrew advocates for public service and discusses the need for more business leaders in government, as well as the importance of innovation and the UK's position in the global market.
00:00 Intro
00:04 The Role and Vision of a Science Minister
01:51 Exciting Frontiers in Science and Technology
03:53 Transitioning from Business to Politics
06:26 The Challenges and Surprises of Government Work
09:21 Innovate UK and the Future of Innovation
13:09 Reflections on a Varied Career in Government
38:17 The Business Perspective on Upcoming Elections
42:24 Quick Fire Round: Space, Technology, and Personal Preferences
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How many magazines can claim to influence how world leaders are picked?

Well, The Spectator certainly can, as one of the oldest and most established UK publications around.

It started life as a collection of magazines in 1711 - over 300 years ago - with early readers including founding father Benjamin Franklin. 

Today, it’s a political stronghold, with past editors including heavyweights Nigel Lawson and Boris Johnson.

The magazine has also ridden the wave of digital evolution over the last decade. That’s prompted its subscriber numbers to boom, alongside its valuation, now valued at a hefty £100 million by some estimates.

How and why has this happened? 

We sat down with its current Editor, Fraser Nelson. 

He tried a few different jobs before settling on journalism, including applying for the RAF and becoming a professional piano player.

When the Barclay brothers purchased the Spectator in 2006, Fraser joined the ranks before becoming editor in 2009.

Perhaps most notably in those 15 years, Fraser has overhauled the magazine’s recruitment process, by making CVs blind. They now allow anyone from any walk of life at any age a chance to apply to its internship scheme. 

This innovative programme has led to remarkable results as we explore on this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, recorded in the heart of Westminster at the Spectator magazine HQ. 

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In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, we explore the surprising connections between Francis Ngannou, Michelangelo, and the concept of late bloomers. Our guest, Henry Oliver, embarked on a remarkable journey from studying English at Oxford University to advising major corporations like HSBC, Easyjet, and Volkswagen on talent acquisition strategies.
Henry's latest book, "Second Act: What Late Bloomers Can Tell You About Success and Reinventing Your Life," delves into the stories of influential individuals who achieved success later in life. With endorsements from luminaries like Tyler Cowen and Matt Clifford CBE, Henry's insights challenge conventional notions of talent and success.
Join us as we uncover the lessons and wisdom behind Henry Oliver's journey and explore how late bloomers can redefine success in our ever-evolving world.

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Today’s guest is Madhumita Murgia.

Madhumita Murgia is an award-winning journalist, editor, and speaker with expertise in technology, science, and health. 

She is also the FT's artificial intelligence editor, leading their coverage of AI and writing about data, surveillance, and policy.

She has recently released her new book titled Code-Dependent: Living in the Shadow of AI.

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Geoff Norcott is one of Britain's favourite comedians. He's also one of those rarest of things, a right-wing comedian. Before his comedy career, he was a teacher, and during his time as a teacher in the 90s and noughties, he encouraged lots of his students to go to university. Now though, with fees much higher and satisfaction levels at university at an all-time low.

He's wondering whether it's really the case that his son should go to university. So he's embarked on a documentary for the BBC saying, is university really worth it? It's a great watch and Jeff came on Jimmy's Jobs of the Future to chat about what he thinks the future of university and the workplace is.

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Jared Cohen is a dynamic figure at the intersection of global affairs, technology, and corporate leadership. With a Bachelor's degree from Stanford University and a Master's from Oxford, Cohen's early career included advising on counterterrorism for Hillary Clinton, even in his early twenties. 

Time magazine recognized him as one of the 100 Most Influential People in 2013.

Cohen's tech prowess became evident when he had the 3rd largest Twitter account in the US government in 2010 before becoming the first director of Google Ideas. In 2022, he took on a new challenge as Goldman Sachs' President of Global Affairs. 

Notably, Cohen met with Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy, marking the first in-person meeting between the President and a U.S. financial sector representative since the war began. 

Cohen's career epitomizes versatility and impact across diplomacy, technology, and finance.
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