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Thinkertank

Thinkertank

ThinkerTank is a podcast that explores the trends shaping the way we'll live, work, and play in the future. We're currently experiencing change at the fastest rate in human history, but it's also the slowest that it will be for the rest of our lives. It also doesn't help that we're inundated day in, day out with negative headlines about all the crappy stuff going on in the world. But the thing is, there's a lot to look forward to when it comes to the future - inspiring innovations, awesome technologies and incredible ideas, from microdosing psychedelics to the four-day work week and all things Gen-Z. Which is where the ThinkerTank podcast comes in. Each episode focuses on a specific trend shaping the way that we'll live, work, and play. And they're short episodes too. So, even if you’re just popping out to grab an alternative milk latte, join our host - futurist Dr Ben Hamer, for a lighter take on what’s going on and let's make you the most interesting person at your next dinner party.

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Wednesday

The Future Of Climate Change Part One

We’re talking more and more about climate change, and yesterday, September 25, was the International Day of Climate Action. So to mark the occasion, Dr Ben Hamer is jumping into the future of our climate, and while it’s not all doom and gloom it is a big one, so we’ve split this one in two parts. Join us for part one now which will get you across the headlines and everything you need to know about the future of climate change. Recommendations: A blog from the UN around actions you can do for a healthier planet A link to Climate Action Australia and some of their organisations taking action in case you want to get involved Follow Ben everywhere HERE Sign up for the ThinkerTank newsletter HERE Book Ben as a keynote speaker at Saxton See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18 Sep

The Future Of Our Population

Currently there are some crazy things going on with our population outlook, and in many Western countries, like Australia, there will be a point where we see more grandparents than grandchildren. Not to mention the fact that kids born today are more than likely going to live into the next century, and that we're currently in a “baby recession”.On this episode of ThinkerTank, Dr Ben Hamer breaks down exactly why and how population will play a massive part in shaping what our future looks like. Recommendations: A short video from 7:30 Report on Australia’s baby recession. This article from advocacy group, Age International, on the advantages of ageing population to bring more balance to convo. Follow Ben everywhere HERE Sign up for the ThinkerTank newsletter HERE Book Ben as a keynote speaker at Saxton See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11 Sep

The Future of the Circular Economy and Recycling

Have you heard of the circular economy? Well, it could help solve critical resource shortages in the future, but also help with reducing pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. In this episode of ThinkerTank Dr Ben Hamer explains why it’s important we find out what it is, why it matters and what it could look like in future. Recommendations: A link to influencer Jools Lebron’s TikTok so you can see where this 'demure' stuff all began A link to all the cool case studies and articles from WEF where you can go down whole heap of different rabbit holes on all things circular economy Follow Ben everywhere HERE Sign up for the ThinkerTank newsletter HERE Book Ben as a keynote speaker at Saxton See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4 Sep

The Future of Women's Sport

Women’s sport is having a moment. And for all the right reasons. It hasn’t always been the case though, and it's been a lot of struggle and hard work to get to this moment. While still a way to go, it’s important to take stock of the achievement and look at what it could mean for the future, and that's exactly what Dr Ben Hamer does on this episode of ThinkerTank. DISCOVER MORE: Link to the Female Athlete Project on Insta - fastest women’s sport platform in Australia. No Dribble podcast - Cath Cox and Liz Ellis, and their friend and comedian Caroline as they talk about netball and life. Article from UK that’s an awesome story about the invincible U12 Queens Park Ladies team - an all girl soccer team what went undefeated in their local comp… while playing in a boys league. Follow Ben everywhere HERE Sign up for the ThinkerTank newsletter HERE Book Ben as a keynote speaker at Saxton  Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21 Aug

The Future Of Our Homes

While we talk about cost of living and the price of houses a lot today, there's also the matter of just how much the houses themselves have changed.From the use of renewable energy to tech-free rooms and hot new kitchen appliances - on today's episode we're bringing you some of the cool tech you can expect and the future of homes and living. DISCOVER MORE: An article from HowStuffWorks on some designs that resemble the home of the future that exist today  A video showing a 3D printer creating a seven-ingredient slice of cheesecake so you can get excited about one day having it as your fave new kitchen appliance Follow Ben everywhere HERE Sign up for the ThinkerTank newsletter HERE Book Ben as a keynote speaker at Saxton  Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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