The Futures Project Podcast

Cathy Walker
The Futures Project Podcast

The future’s not what it used to be. Welcome to The Futures Project Podcast. Join educators, futurists, writers, researchers, mums and friends Cathy Walker and Chloe Combi as they invite guests to explore the world that awaits our young people.  Between them, Cathy and Chloe have over 30 years’ of educational experience working with, and for the benefit of, young people. They've conducted 10,000 hours of interviews and surveys with over 30,000 young people and hundreds of teachers, listening actively, extracting learnings, identifying trends, validating experiences… and transforming this important information into programmes that enlighten, empower and enhance.  On The Futures Project Podcast. they welcome guests from the worlds of politics, sustainability, business, academia, celebrity, media, education and more. Tune in to hear them cover everything from the climate crisis to culture, music to money, society to sex, always looking for the realistic but also the reassuring take on the brave new world in which our children are making their way. Because they are, after all, the ultimate Futures Project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Fashion & Sustainability: trends, teens and STUFF

    This fortnight’s guest is fashion and lifestyle journalist Victoria Moss. Previously Fashion Director at The Standard and Senior Fashion Editor at The Telegraph, she has also written for publications including The Times, Sunday Times Style Magazine, ELLE, Vogue and Glamour amongst many others. She shares her insights into the world of fashion and beauty, and how we can reconcile the desire to acquire the latest trends with the need to live a more sustainable lifestyle.  You can read Victoria’s excellent Substack here: https://victoriamoss.substack.com/  And as ever, if you have enjoyed this episode please do like, subscribe and share with your friends.  For more information, you can visit thefuturesproject.uk and respectprojects.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  2. FEB 5

    Tech You Will Want Your Teens To Have

    Jas Schembri-Stothart is co-founder of Luna, the world’s first teenage health app. It was set up to help teenage girls and non-binary people and their parents navigate the complexities of adolescence together. Through Luna, Jas and her co-founder Jo Goodall are on a mission to tackle the overload of the misinformation so readily available to young people online, and to create a more connected, educated and empowered generation of teens and parents when it comes to health and wellbeing.  And what’s more we have a special discount code for The Futures Project Podcast listeners - download the app on Apple or Android. Choose "I have an offer code" when signing up as a parent, then enter code FUTURE25 - and access a wealth of information and support.  Thank you for listening to The Futures Project. For more information, you can visit thefuturesproject.uk.  And if you you have enjoyed this episode please remember to like and subscribe so you don’t miss out on future conversations, as well as sharing with your friends. We are so grateful for your support ❤️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  3. Innovation Fest

    JAN 22

    Innovation Fest

    This special insight episode comes from the PC/LSE Innovation Festival, a partnership between Pine Crest School, Fort Lauderdale, and LSE Generate, the Entrepreneurship Hub at the London School of Economics.  At the start of January 2025, we came together in Fort Lauderdale, South Florida, for a series of bootcamps, workshops, keynotes and conversations around social entrepreneurship, innovation for change, social impact, artificial intelligence, the power of collaboration, and more. We recorded this live from the festival, speaking to students, teachers and nearby Miami-based LSE alumni. Expect insights on the future of education, business, AI, innovation, and to be inspired by some very passionate young people!  You can learn more about the LSE Generate here and their Schools Programme here. You can learn more about Pine Crest School here. You can find out more about Milain’s fashion brand, Congo Clothing Company, here.  Thank you again for listening to The Futures Project. If you’re interested in working with us, being a guest, learning more, or want to send us some feedback, email us or visit thefuturesproject.uk / www.respectprojects.com.  And if you enjoyed this episode please remember to tell your friends, and to like and subscribe so you don't miss our fantastic future guests! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 2m

  4. JAN 8

    A Guide to TikTok

    TikTok may be known for influencers and dance trends, but for singer, actor and content creator Even Briar, it’s a stage for her creativity. This episode, we're looking at how Tiktok can be a powerful platform to showcase work, connect with audiences, and open doors. We talk about harnessing the algorithm without selling your soul, the art (and science) of creating an engaging fan edit, and the surreal moment she caught the attention of Lady Gaga.  If you’re curious about TikTok, this episode is for you - Even’s story hows how, with the right approach and savvy strategies, social media can become a powerful tool for creativity, connection, and opportunity. Catch Even’s new single, You Left Me With England, streaming everywhere now. If you’re interested in working with us, being a guest, learning more, or want to send us some feedback, email us or visit thefuturesproject.uk / www.respectprojects.com.  And if you enjoyed this episode please remember to tell your friends, and to like and subscribe so you don't miss our fantastic future guests! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min

  5. 12/20/2024

    Insights into the Future

    In this fun and thought-provoking Quick Insight episode, we chat with the Sixth Form Student Leadership team from Birkenhead High School Academy. They share their plans, reflections on going to uni v. entering the world of work, nerves about leaving home, thoughts on politics, what makes them worry (and smile!), plus some golden advice for parents. Then, we wrap up the year with a look back at what we've been up to with our sister The Respect Project and the work we love doing in schools. It’s real talk about the future—hope you enjoy it! If you are interested in learning more, take a look at thefuturesproject.uk and respectprojects.com. or contact us here. Wishing you a great end to this year and join us again in 2025! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  6. Stories Of Our Brilliant Tomorrow

    12/01/2024

    Stories Of Our Brilliant Tomorrow

    Our guest on the inaugural episode of our podcast could not be better placed to give us her take on what the future looks like.  Dr Cathy Rogers has thus far an incredibly impressive and eclectic career path that has included TV presenter, entrepreneur, academic, musician and writer. Her children’s book Future Vision: Stories of Our Brilliant Tomorrow, co-authored with her sister Madeleine, was published in October.  Written as a positive exploration of life in the future, Cathy’s book is an optimistic alternative to the narratives of climate change, global inequality and unregulated AI - instead, aiming to inspire children to dream of the bright future that they can help create.You can buy it here: https://www.futurevisionbook.com/.  Want more information on Cathy and Chloe? If you’re interested in working with us, being a guest, learning more, or want to send us some feedback, email us or visit www.respectprojects.com.  And if you enjoyed this episode please remember to tell your friends, and to like and subscribe so you don't miss our fantastic future guests! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min
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The future’s not what it used to be. Welcome to The Futures Project Podcast. Join educators, futurists, writers, researchers, mums and friends Cathy Walker and Chloe Combi as they invite guests to explore the world that awaits our young people.  Between them, Cathy and Chloe have over 30 years’ of educational experience working with, and for the benefit of, young people. They've conducted 10,000 hours of interviews and surveys with over 30,000 young people and hundreds of teachers, listening actively, extracting learnings, identifying trends, validating experiences… and transforming this important information into programmes that enlighten, empower and enhance.  On The Futures Project Podcast. they welcome guests from the worlds of politics, sustainability, business, academia, celebrity, media, education and more. Tune in to hear them cover everything from the climate crisis to culture, music to money, society to sex, always looking for the realistic but also the reassuring take on the brave new world in which our children are making their way. Because they are, after all, the ultimate Futures Project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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