Future Tense

The podcast discusses how good intentions for the environment can lead to unintended consequences, such as choosing large homes and vehicles. It explores the impact of urbanization on energy efficiency and the environmental consequences of oversized utility vehicles. Additionally, it delves into the challenges of global tree planting programs and the need for accountability in reforestation projects.

The podcast discusses the impact of big corporations buying up housing stocks on the global housing crisis, with over 100 million people homeless and 1.6 billion lacking adequate housing. It explores the rise of corporate landlords in the rental market, challenges the narrative blaming generations for the crisis, highlights innovative mortgage ideas, addresses income inequality and neighborhood segregation, and explores challenges faced by elderly Australians in the private rental sector.

Exploring the challenges news outlets face in reaching audiences without big tech platforms, the decline of news content on social media, the impact on public interest journalism, sustaining journalism amidst tech giants, and the urgency of global journalism in serving the public good.

The podcast features the Executive Director of Dark Skies International discussing the impact of satellites on dark skies. They explore paleo-conservation for climate change adaptation and the advantages of building city districts in wood for sustainability.

Nobel-Prize winning economist Abhijit Banerjee discusses the world's largest UBI trial in Kenya. They touch on topics such as the impact of different UBI payment methods, digital device addiction, and the shift from traditional values to new virtues in society.

Exploring the complexities of 'natural' foods and the misleading health claims, the podcast discusses the importance of transparency in food production and understanding consumer desires. It also delves into the nutritional audits of plant-based alternatives, the impact of cooking methods on climate change, and the use of food labeling apps for informed choices. The episode concludes by looking at future changes towards simple sustainable options and mentions a study on the positive impact of universal basic income trials in Kenya.

Exploring self-destructive behavior, the podcast delves into willpower, work addiction, digital temptation, and the influence of addictive behavior in modern society. Learn how to manage habits, resist temptations, and navigate distractions in a world full of harmful habits.

Explore the impact of fear and anger on society, from authoritarian rule to fueling populism. Fear drives anger, leading to a vicious cycle that blinds us to our fears. Uncover how anger is used for profit in marketing and politics, creating a divide in society.

Exploring how algorithmic feeds are flattening our culture and fostering conformity, the podcast discusses the physical influence of data scientist Gloria Mark on attention spans. It delves into the homogenization of culture by algorithms, tech giants' dominance, and the decline of attention spans in the digital age.

Discussing the weaponisation of nostalgia and how it can be manipulated for profit, along with a critique on the lack of innovation in today's cultural landscape. Exploring the role of nostalgia in politics and marketing, as well as the impact of digital forms on artistic progression and cultural evolution.