Join Erik Hurst, an expert in economics at the University of Chicago, Chrisanthi Avgerou, a professor of information systems at LSE, and Noam Yuchtman from Oxford, as they delve into the evolving landscape of work in the age of automation. They explore the historical parallels with past technological shifts, the potential for job losses versus market adaptation, and the crucial role of upskilling in a gig economy. The discussion highlights how AI could influence everything from creative industries to economic inequality, prompting a critical look at labor dynamics and future workforce strategies.

David Yang, a Harvard researcher and author on protests, joins Noam Yuchtman from the University of Oxford to unravel the dynamics of modern protest movements. They discuss how social media shapes activism and the changing nature of protests post-Arab Spring. The conversation explores economic motivations behind protests, emphasizing how poverty and unemployment fuel discontent. They also highlight the pro-social motivations of individuals involved, reframing the narrative around protesters as committed to public welfare rather than just discontent.