
Future Observatory podcast
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Podcast Overview
<p>How are designers responding to the climate crisis? </p><p> </p><p>This is a podcast by Future Observatory, the Design Museum’s research programme for the green transition. Hosts Justin McGuirk and Cher Potter talk to design researchers investigating alternative materials, methods and systems for a more ecologically conscious future. </p><br><p><br></p><p>The Future Observatory podcast is supported by the Design Museum and the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The producers are Marie Keyworth and Sarah Treanor and the music is by Takahisa Mitsumori. </p><br><p>Subscribe to the Future Observatory newsletter at futureobservatory.org</p><br><p><br></p><br><p><br></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Publishing Since
6/29/2023
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Recent Episodes

August 2, 2023
Algae Farming, with Samuel Iliffe
<p>In this episode, Cher talks to materials engineer Samuel Iliffe about his prototype floating phosphorous farm, designed to capture algae and control water pollution in the UK. </p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

August 1, 2023
Luxury from Landfill, with Elvis & Kresse
<p>In this episode, Cher meets with Elvis & Kresse, the luxury design label working with waste – specifically discarded firehoses – to develop a regenerative fashion brand.</p><br><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

July 31, 2023
Stone Age revival, with Amin Taha
<p>In this episode, Justin talks to architect Amin Taha about how reviving the use of stone as a structural material could significantly reduce the construction industry's carbon footprint. </p><br><p><br></p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is Future Observatory podcast?
<p>How are designers responding to the climate crisis? </p><p> </p><p>This is a podcast by Future Observatory, the Design Museum’s research programme for the green transition. Hosts Justin McGuirk and Cher Potter talk to design researchers investigating alternative materials, methods and systems for a more ecologically conscious future. </p><br><p><br></p><p>The Future Observatory podcast is supported by the Design Museum and the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The producers are Marie Keyworth and Sarah Treanor and the music is by Takahisa Mitsumori. </p><br><p>Subscribe to the Future Observatory newsletter at futureobservatory.org</p><br><p><br></p><br><p><br></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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