What If...

Channel 103
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2026 is Jersey’s election year; a time to consider the issues facing our island and its future. 'What If…' is Channel 103’s new flagship podcast. A bold, ideas-led series tackling big “what if” questions about Jersey’s future. Hosted by Ben Jordan, each episode starts with a bold provocation and invites some of the island’s most interesting voices to explore radical ideas and practical solutions to the island’s biggest challenges. We look at Jersey problems through an optimistic lens, sparking big ideas with maverick minds and influential doers who dare to ask: What if we could imagine better? Every great leap starts with asking: "What If…?"

Season 1

  1. What if... affordable housing could stem Jersey's 'bean drain'?

    Episode 1

    What if... affordable housing could stem Jersey's 'bean drain'?

    What if we could stop young islanders leaving Jersey - the so-called ‘bean drain’ - with affordable housing? Jersey's housing minister, Deputy Sam Mézec, joins Channel 103's Ben Jordan to discuss the issue.

    45 min
  2. What if... La Moye became Britain’s most progressive prison?

    Episode 2

    What if... La Moye became Britain’s most progressive prison?

    Susie Richardson, the former Governor of HMP La Moye, joins Ben Jordan to discuss potential ways to overhaul Jersey's prison system.

    39 min
  3. What if... films sold flights and fuelled our economy?

    Episode 3

    What if... films sold flights and fuelled our economy?

    Visit Jersey's Ashley Proudfoot and filmmaker Rebecca Coley join Ben Jordan to discuss whether the island's economy could receive a boost from the creative industries.

    43 min
  4. What if... Jersey built that tunnel to France?

    Episode 4

    What if... Jersey built that tunnel to France?

    It's an idea that's been discussed for years, but is it a feasible way to boost Jersey's economy? Business leader Kevin Keen has been a long-time supporter of the idea, and he tells Ben Jordan why.

    36 min
  5. What if… Islanders could reshape Jersey’s energy future?

    Episode 5

    What if… Islanders could reshape Jersey’s energy future?

    Mark Brandon from SunWorks joins Channel 103's Ben Jordan to discuss Jersey’s energy future and how islanders can contribute as prosumers. Discover home energy systems of the future and how tariffs and smart tech can unlock potential. Learn how local participation can deliver lower bills, better housing, and support the island’s long-term energy sovereignty. We explore solar, wind and tidal power, the role of government strategy, utility-scale developments, and Jersey’s place on the world stage.

    45 min
  • 5 Episodes

About

2026 is Jersey’s election year; a time to consider the issues facing our island and its future. 'What If…' is Channel 103’s new flagship podcast. A bold, ideas-led series tackling big “what if” questions about Jersey’s future. Hosted by Ben Jordan, each episode starts with a bold provocation and invites some of the island’s most interesting voices to explore radical ideas and practical solutions to the island’s biggest challenges. We look at Jersey problems through an optimistic lens, sparking big ideas with maverick minds and influential doers who dare to ask: What if we could imagine better? Every great leap starts with asking: "What If…?"

Information

  • Creator
    Channel 103
  • Episodes
    5
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Channel Radio Ltd
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