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Welcome to Futuremakers, from the University of Oxford, where our academics debate key issues for the future of society.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ AI and technology advancements • Climate change and solutions • History of pandemics • Brain and mental health • Suicide prevention • Young people's mental health • Workplace wellbeing • Maternal mental health"Futuremakers," a podcast from the University of Oxford, delves into the pressing issues and challenges shaping our society's future. The podcast is hosted by academics who bring their expertise to discussions on a variety of pivotal topics across different seasons.
The fourth season focuses on brain and mental health. Episodes address critical subjects such as suicide prevention, mental health advocacy, and support for the mental health of young people. Conversations include evidence-based strategies for preventing self-harm, the impact of trauma on mental health in crisis contexts, workplace wellbeing, and the mental health challenges faced by adolescents and young people. Discussions also explore the mental health of women during the postnatal period and approaches to brain injury rehabilitation.
The third season centers on the history of pandemics and the lessons they offer for contemporary society. The podcast revisits historical and modern pandemics, ranging from the Plague of Athens and Justinian, through the Black Death, Smallpox, Cholera, to the more recent outbreaks of 'Russian' Flu, 'Spanish' Flu, HIV/AIDS, Ebola, and Coronavirus. It also considers a hypothetical Disease X, recognized by the World Health Organization as a potential cause of future pandemics.
The second season tackles climate change from multiple angles. The podcast covers topics such as climate migration, the future of food amidst climate changes, international climate agreements like the Paris Accord, and the evolving role of nuclear energy. Other discussions include legal actions against environmental neglect, climate-related conflicts, and the role of individual actions versus systemic changes in combating climate change.
The inaugural season discusses the advancements and ethical considerations surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). Episodes delve into the automation of jobs, the potential biases in AI algorithms, AI's impact on healthcare, and the role of AI in financial sectors. Furthermore, they explore the development and global competition in AI, its implications for the future, and the historical journey from early computational theories to contemporary AI technologies.
Overall, "Futuremakers" presents a comprehensive exploration of significant societal challenges, providing insights and research-driven discussions on mental health, historical and contemporary pandemics, climate change, and artificial intelligence.
