Future Human: The Series

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An in-depth look at the Future of Everything—energy, transport, built environment, food and agriculture, the way we work, and artificial intelligence—from the award-winning Future Human team at Silicon Republic. This 8-part documentary series features some of the world’s leading thinkers, practitioners and experts on the mega trends in science and technology that will impact how we work, do business, communicate and thrive in the Future. The presenting sponsor for this series is Hays, and it is produced by Shaun and Maurice.

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February 14, 2025Episode 832 min

Renewable Energy: Is the Grid Ready for Net Zero?

As we generate more of our electricity from wind, sunlight, and other renewable sources, we place more strain on an electrical grid that wasn't designed for a net zero future. In the final episode of this season, we ask how we might reimagine our energy infrastructure, including the grid. We hear from experts in energy production and storage, and we learn about the future of global, community-led, and decentralised energy systems. --- Episode Credits Presented by Ann O’Dea Featuring Franziska Weiss, Barry Hayes, and Johan Söderbom. Interviews by Ann O’Dea and Jenny Darmody Music by Concretism Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shaun & Maurice⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Silicon Republic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Future Human⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Presenting Sponsor: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hays

September 10, 2024Episode 734 min

Quantum Computing: The Next Era of Tech?

Quantum computing isn’t just about a new type of computer—it’s a completely new way of thinking about computing. For decades, classical computers have powered our world, but now we’re at a very interesting stage in the history of computing, where we may see in our lifetimes a complete paradigm shift to quantum. Will quantum computers solve complex problems that have been out of reach for classical computers? Will they help us tackle some of the big environmental and public health challenges we face in the coming decades? And on the other side will they create new challenges, particularly when it comes to cybersecurity? --- Episode Credits Presented by Ann O’Dea Featuring Séamus Davis, Kate Marshall, and Caterina Foti. Interviews by Ann O’Dea and Jenny Darmody Music by Concretism Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shaun & Maurice⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Silicon Republic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Future Human⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Presenting Sponsor: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hays

July 29, 2024Episode 631 min

The Future of Work: A Generational Shift?

How are jobs, careers and workplaces are being transformed by new technologies, and a new generation of workers? In the latest episode of Future Human: The Series, we hear from three fascinating guests, each with unique perspectives on how the world of work might evolve in the coming years—especially for younger generations who have joined the workforce in these times of major technological and cultural change. --- Episode Credits Presented by Ann O’Dea Featuring Monica Parker, Josh Bersin, and Kelly Monaghan. Interviews by Ann O’Dea and Jenny Darmody Music by Concretism Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shaun & Maurice⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Silicon Republic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Future Human⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Presenting Sponsor: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hays

April 25, 2024Episode 526 min

Food Security: How Will We Feed a Growing Population?

Our population is expanding, and food insecurity is rising. With hundreds of millions of people facing chronic hunger, how can new technologies help? In this episode, we explore the tech innovations that might help us secure this fundamental human right to food. --- Episode Credits Presented by Ann O’Dea Featuring Tony Hunter, Christophe Pelletier, and Julianne Forrestal. Interviews by Ann O’Dea and Jenny Darmody Music by Concretism Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Shaun & Maurice⁠⁠⁠⁠ for ⁠⁠⁠⁠Silicon Republic⁠⁠⁠⁠ Part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Future Human⁠⁠⁠⁠ Presenting Sponsor: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Hays

March 20, 2024Episode 433 min

Future Cities: Will Technology Transform Urban Spaces?

What do you think about when you imagine the city of the future? What would be important to you? In this episode we’re thinking about cities of the future, and how we can use new technologies to design cities that are resilient, healthy, and sustainable. --- Episode Credits Presented by Ann O’Dea Featuring Melissa Sterry, Andrew Smith, and Jeff McCann. Interviews by Ann O’Dea and Jenny Darmody Music by Concretism Produced by ⁠⁠⁠Shaun & Maurice⁠⁠⁠ for ⁠⁠⁠Silicon Republic⁠⁠⁠ Part of ⁠⁠⁠Future Human⁠⁠⁠ Presenting Sponsor: ⁠ ⁠⁠Hays

February 23, 2024Episode 340 min

Artificial Intelligence: Who Makes the Rules?

Photographs that were never taken, letters that were never written, voices that don’t belong to anyone, paintings that were never painted… we’re consuming more and more content that was generated by artificial intelligence— sometimes without even realising it. How can we benefit from the potential of AI for good while mitigating the risks of harm. --- Episode Credits Presented by Ann O’Dea Featuring Juliette Powell, Virginia Dignum, and Alessandro Curioni. Interviews by Ann O’Dea and Jenny Darmody Music by Concretism Produced by ⁠⁠Shaun & Maurice⁠⁠ for ⁠⁠Silicon Republic⁠⁠ Part of ⁠⁠Future Human⁠⁠ Presenting Sponsor: ⁠ ⁠Hays

January 15, 2024Episode 134 min

Cybersecurity: Is Zero Trust the Answer?

10, 20 years from now, how will we protect ourselves from cyber attacks? What will hackers be looking for? And how will we all avoid cyber catastrophe? That's what this first episode of our brand new series will be exploring - the future of cybersecurity. --- Episode Credits Presented by Ann O’Dea Featuring Toby Lewis, Neil Kathod, Gal Helemski, Bill McCluggage, and Iva Tasheva Interviews by Ann O’Dea and Jenny Darmody Music by Concretism Produced by Shaun & Maurice for Silicon Republic Part of Future Human Presenting Sponsor: Hays

December 27, 2023Episode 231 min

Future Transport: Can Travel be Sustainable?

Transport systems connect us. But that connection comes at an environmental cost. How can we radically change the way we move around this planet, using more sustainable fuels, technologies, and infrastructures? --- Episode Credits Presented by Ann O’Dea Featuring Judith Häberli, Sarah Qureshi, and Tilo Suckow. Interviews by Ann O’Dea and Jenny Darmody Music by Concretism Produced by ⁠Shaun & Maurice⁠ for ⁠Silicon Republic⁠ Part of ⁠Future Human⁠ Presenting Sponsor: ⁠ Hays

September 22, 20232 min

Introducing Future Human: The Series

An in-depth look at the Future of Everything—energy, transport, built environment, food and agriculture, the way we work, and artificial intelligence—from the award-winning Future Human team at Silicon Republic . This 8-part documentary series features some of the world’s leading thinkers, practitioners and experts on the mega trends in science and technology that will impact how we work, do business, communicate and thrive in the Future. The presenting sponsor for this series is Hays. Hays is the world leading expert in recruitment and workforce solutions, specialising in professional and technical sectors and skills. Think Beyond – visit Hays.com/FutureHuman . Produced by Shaun and Maurice . Music for the series by Concretism.