Show Notes
In this episode, we delve further into our recent TEDx Brighton talks, unpicking some of the core themes.
We explore:
- The ‘escalator ‘of life: how our blockers can become moments of clarity
- Why we need to stop judging others
- Role of empathy in work... and life
- Why there is no such thing as a self made person
- Understand what it means to be human in an increasingly technological world.
We also segue from Artificial Intelligence into:
- How 9/11 was generational watershed moment
- Attention span of Gen Z
- What skills young people will need to navigate an increasingly complex world - including creativity and curiosity
- Why the education matters... but the system needs a radical overhaul
You can check out the full TEDx talks here:
Lizzie’s talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=141zrzM6vbY
Brandon’s talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeqxG62c-X4&t=6s
Learn more about Brandon:
www.brandonrelph.com
Learn more about Lizzie:
@lhdgsn
www.lizziehodgson.com
Check out last our special International Women’s Day episode with Caroline Walmsley, co-founder and CEO of Further My Future.
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