“Futures Conversations” brings you thought-provoking dialogue showcasing the intersections of disciplines, ideas, and possibilities being tackled at the University of Edinburgh's Edinburgh Futures Institute.

Futures Conversations
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“Futures Conversations” brings you thought-provoking dialogue showcasing the intersections of disciplines, ideas, and possibilities being tackled at the University of Edinburgh's Edinburgh Futures Institute.
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Recent Episodes

June 4, 2026
Liz Grant: Planetary Health
<p>Professor Liz Grant, Chair of Public Health and Development and Assistant Principal for Public Health, discusses her research over the course of her varied career and how real world problems constitute the core of her work in mapping out a better future for our planetary health.</p>

October 30, 2025
Kate Wright: Mass Media in the Digital Age
<p>In this episode, Professor Kate Wright speaks openly about the uncertain future facing the media, drawing on her experience as a journalist and academic. Working as a BBC journalist, Kate spent time in some of the world’s most dangerous conflict zones. Moving into academia allowed her to investigate how journalism is responding to the twin challenges of the new digital landscape and the changing political and cultural contexts in which news is now produced. </p><p>Note: This podcast was recorded in late 2024.</p><p><br></p>

October 16, 2025
John Vines: Design Informatics
<p>Designing technology that humans can easily use — this is Professor John Vines' mission. He takes us through a varied career in design and explains how the field of human-computer interaction explores the ways in which people experience technology in their everyday lives. Along the way we learn about the value John places on the participation of users in design.</p><p><br></p>
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