Future Work World Podcast

Hosted by Cpl's Future of Work Institute

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Aug 2026

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The purpose of the Future Work World Podcast is to amplify diverse ways of thinking about the future of work and life, to converge new ideas and perspectives from unexpected areas, to help broaden the scope of how we think and talk about future of work. Learn more at futurework.world.

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August 14, 2026Episode 2026 min

EP 20 - Aidan Kenny - Precision for Progress: How Metrology is Powering the Factories of the Future

In the 20th episode of ‘ Future Work World Podcast’, 'Precision for Progress: How Metrology is Powering the Factories of the Future', Barry Winkless speaks with Aidan Kenny , President & CEO at Nikon Metrology Europe to explore how advanced measurement technologies are becoming the foundation of smarter, more agile manufacturing. Together, they discuss how these technologies are transforming manufacturing and enabling the factories of the future.

July 8, 2026Episode 1926 min

EP 19 - Peter Lantry - The Hidden Architecture Driving the Future of Work

In the 19th episode of ‘ Future Work World Podcast’, ‘The Hidden Architecture Driving the Future of Work’, Barry Winkless speaks with Peter Lantry , Managing Director of Equinix Ireland. Together, they explore how digital infrastructure is powering the future of how we work and live.

June 18, 2026Episode 1823 min

EP 18 - John Kennedy - Organisation Success through Lean Thinking & Doing

In the 18th episode of ‘ Future Work World Podcast’, “Organisation Success through Lean Thinking & Doing", Barry Winkless speaks with John Kennedy , Head of HR Organisational Development at Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail . Together, they explore how lean thinking and doing can transform people and process for collaborative success.

June 2, 2026Episode 1724 min

EP 17 - Jason Culloty - Making Skills Based Organisations & Nations Real

In the 17th episode of ‘ Future Work World Podcast’, “Making Skills Based Organisations & Nations Real”, Barry Winkless speaks with Jason Culloty , CEO of skillsvista . Together they explore what it really means to create a skills-based organisation and the opportunity for Ireland and Europe to take a competitive lead through skills intelligence.

May 14, 2026Episode 1622 min

EP 16 - Damian Young - The Future of Mobility, Cities and Work

In the 16th episode of ‘ Future Work World Podcast’, “The Future of Mobility, Cities and Work”, Barry Winkless speaks with Damian Young , Founder and CEO of Zeus Mobility . Together, they explore the future of e-mobility, the challenges of building culture in a scaling business, and how Damian’s leadership style has evolved while navigating rapid growth and innovation.

April 30, 2026Episode 1518 min

EP 15 - Bill Banham - Making the Next of Work Real Through Networks and Collaboration

In the 15th episode of ‘Future Work World Podcast’, “Making the Next of Work Real Through Networks and Collaboration”, Barry Winkless speaks with Bill Banham, Founder and Editor of The HR Gazette. Together, they explore Bill’s journey into HR media, the growth of DisruptHR, and how authentic, inclusive networks are helping to spark new ideas and connections that shape the future of work.

April 14, 2026Episode 1427 min

EP 14 - Cillian Kieran - Why Trust is the New Currency in the Human Machine Age

In the 14th episode of 'Future Work World Podcast', “Why Trust is the New Currency in the Human Machine Age”, Barry Winkless speaks with Cillian Kieran, Founder and CEO of Ethyca, a company helping to build the infrastructure of the future. Together, they explore why trust is becoming the foundation of work and society in an era of exponential technological development, and how organisations can embed trust at the core of their success.

November 27, 2025Episode 1324 min

EP 13 - Jonas David - Exploring the Wonderful Working World of Soul Atlas

Join our Future Work World Podcast presenter, Barry Winkless, as he discusses the unique world of Soul Atlas with CEO and Creative Director, Joans David. Soul Atlas isn't just building a fantasy world across media but a new working world that harnesses creativity, collaboration and collective meaning.

August 27, 2025Episode 1227 min

EP 12 - Geoffrey Allen - The Immersive Future of Learning

In the 12th episode of Future Work World Podcast, Barry Winkless talks with Geoffrey Allen Founder & Director of Mersus Technologies - a pioneer in VR learning & development. They discuss the transformational impact immersive learning can have in the workplace and it's future in an ever digitising future work world.

April 21, 2025Episode 1137 min

EP 11 - Josephine Kelliher - Artistic Thinking & Doing: A Creative Path for the Future of Work

In this episode, Barry Winkless, Head of the Future of Work Institute Cpl is joined by Josephine Kelliher, Curator and previously Open Arts Experiences Program Lead with Meta. They discuss the positive impact artistic thinking and artistic practice can have on individuals and organisations.