Are our cities ready for the future? With Jasmine Whitbread and Simon Bedford

Are our cities ready for the future? With Jasmine Whitbread and Simon Bedford

Author: Deloitte UK June 25, 2019 Duration: 40:45

Over two thirds of the global population will call a city home by 2050. This growth brings with it some major challenges, and some big opportunities. From transport to housing, technology to the environment, there's a lot to think about.

So what does this mean for us? Will our cities continue to thrive? Or have we seen the end of urbanisation as we know it?

This week, our hosts Ethan and Dara are joined by Simon Bedford, real estate partner, and Jasmine Whitbread, CEO of London First, for our latest big question: are our cities ready for the future?

Tune in to find out:

  • Why Jasmine thinks the key to a great city is its people
  • Where Dara discovered an urban rainforest
  • How Simon believes technology could transform city living
  • Where to go to find a Director of the Past.


Hosts: Ethan Worth and Dara Latinwo

Guests: Jasmine Whitbread and Simon Bedford

Technical support: Deloitte's Creative Studio

Original Music: Ali Barrett

 


In The Green Room: Questions That Matter Most In Business, conversations move beyond surface-level trends to examine the underlying forces reshaping the commercial landscape. Hosted by Deloitte UK, this award-winning podcast creates a space where complex, pressing questions are met with clarity and depth. Every discussion is built around a single, significant inquiry, bringing in leading voices from across various sectors to unpack it. What you'll hear is not just commentary, but substantive strategic analysis and expert insights designed for leaders and professionals who need to understand the 'why' and the 'how'. The dialogue consistently returns to critical, interconnected areas like digital transformation, the practical implications of AI and technology, evolving leadership models, and the realities of the future of work. It also delves into core business strategy, the pathways to genuine innovation, and the urgent demands of sustainability and climate action. This podcast functions as a dedicated forum for thought leadership, where each episode provides a focused lens on the topics that define success and responsibility in modern business. The aim is to equip listeners with perspectives that are both broad and deeply relevant, turning abstract concepts into actionable understanding. It’s a resource for anyone looking to engage with the substantive ideas that are currently challenging and changing organizations worldwide.
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