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Former Downing Street adviser, Jimmy McLoughlin interviews top entrepreneurs, politicians, and just about anyone at the top of their game on where they think the future of our economy is going through the prism of jobs.
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Oct 21, 2025 • 60min
Sue Duke | The Future of Linkedin
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How to Get Hired in 2025 | LinkedIn’s Global Boss Sue Duke on AI, Branding & Career Strategy
What does it really take to stand out on LinkedIn today?
In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, we sit down with Sue Duke, LinkedIn’s Global Head of Public Policy and Managing Director for EMEA & LATAM. With millions turning to the platform daily, Sue breaks down what’s changing - and what still works - when it comes to getting hired and building a standout professional brand.
We dive into:
🔹 The rise of AI in hiring
🔹 The secrets of high-performing LinkedIn profiles
🔹 The most in-demand skills for the future
🔹 How different generations are navigating the workplace
🔹 Sue’s own unique journey inside LinkedIn’s global leadership
Whether you're job-hunting, upskilling, or trying to crack the algorithm - this episode is packed with practical insights and behind-the-scenes stories.
⏱ Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:34 How LinkedIn Evolved Into a Global Powerhouse
04:37 What’s Fueling LinkedIn’s Daily Boom
07:23 Can a Social Network Shape Public Policy?
10:25 COVID’s Impact on Careers & Hiring Trends
13:22 Why Digital Skills (and AI) Matter More Than Ever
16:14 AI in the Workplace: From Hype to Hands-On
19:25 Managing Global Teams (and Cultural Clashes)
25:31 What the Smartest CEOs Do on LinkedIn
29:25 The Real Power of Direct Communication
29:49 Why Authenticity Wins in Politics & Business
33:13 Is AI Killing Creativity or Supercharging It?
38:18 Why Human Skills Are Still Everything
50:03 Building a Personal Brand That Actually Works
53:00 Mental Health & Finding Balance in Leadership
55:13 What It Really Means to Be a LinkedIn Top Voice
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Oct 14, 2025 • 1h 16min
Mel Morris CBE | The Future of AI & The Past of Derby
The Rise, Fall & Reinvention of Mel Morris: From Candy Crush to AI & Derby County
In this gripping episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, Jimmy sits down with tech entrepreneur and former Derby County owner Mel Morris for an unfiltered conversation on risk, reinvention, and resilience.
From working in an industrial foundry to building global tech hits like U Date and Candy Crush, Mel shares the key decisions that shaped his career - and the high-stakes bets that didn’t always pay off.
He opens up about:
💷 Losing millions with Derby County
🍬 Why Candy Crush was more than just a game
💼 How he’s now betting on AI with his latest startup, Corpora.AI
This is a story of ambition, reinvention, and how to take big swings in business - even when the odds are against you. Perfect for anyone curious about tech, football, or what it really takes to build something that lasts.
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Oct 7, 2025 • 56min
Euan Blair | The Future of Education & Skills
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The Billion-Dollar Fix for Skills | Euan Blair on AI, Hiring & the Future of Work
In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, Multiverse CEO Euan Blair shares what it really takes to build a billion-dollar startup - and how AI is forcing a total rethink of education, hiring, and skills.
We cover:
🚀 Hypergrowth lessons from founding Multiverse
🧠 The AI skills revolution reshaping the workforce
🇺🇸 Why expanding to the US nearly broke them
💼 Why remote work might be failing young people
📈 The future of in-person collaboration, self-management, and hiring with a founder mentality
This is for anyone thinking about the future of work, leadership, and how to build a generation-ready company.
👇 Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:20 The Wild Start: Incorporating Multiverse
02:33 Hiring for Hypergrowth: Generalists vs. Specialists
03:42 Regulated Markets & How to Break Into Them
06:59 AI + Data Literacy = The New Career Superpowers
09:02 From Seed to Scale: Raising Serious VC Money
11:54 Breaking America: Lessons from US Expansion
17:43 AI Is Changing Everything — Are We Ready?
30:37 Why Remote Work Isn’t Working for Grads
31:01 Multiverse's Hybrid Work Policy Explained
31:26 The Human Side of AI and Tech at Work
31:50 Bureaucracy vs. Agility: How to Lead Through It
32:33 13 Skills You’ll Actually Need in the AI Era
33:42 Self-Management: The Skill Schools Forgot
34:52 Context Is Everything: Why Skills Alone Aren’t Enough
38:37 Breaking into Europe: The Next Move
41:32 What Great Investors Actually Do
43:17 Why Founders Hire Other Founders
45:43 Final Thoughts: Training a Workforce for the Future
46:11 Quickfire: Books, Mentors, Mistakes & More
46:53 Balancing Family and Building a Unicorn
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Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 11min
Andrew Barclay | The Future of Britain's Economy
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From Apprenticeship to Entrepreneurship: Andrew Barclay's Unique Journey
In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs, Andrew Barclay shares his unconventional career path, starting with an apprenticeship in Hong Kong to founding Yopa, a property startup, and delving into public policy. Barclay discusses the challenges of the hospitality industry, the importance of blending technology with personal interactions in real estate, and the impact of AI on jobs. He also covers policy initiatives to support entrepreneurship and small businesses in the UK, highlighting his work with the British entrepreneur report and the campaign 'Land of Opportunity'. Finally, he touches on his involvement with the office design company Kit and contemplates the future of the high street and office spaces.
00:00 Introduction
1:31 Founding Yopa: The Journey Begins
02:30 Challenges and Innovations in Online Estate Agency
04:13 The Role of Technology in Real Estate
12:25 Andrew's Early Career: Hong Kong and New York
15:35 The British Entrepreneur Report
18:12 The Importance of the Hospitality Industry
27:14 Land of Opportunity Campaign
30:55 Analysing the Non-Dom Campaign
31:16 Understanding Non-Dom Status
31:49 Global Tax Implications
32:45 Economic Impact of Non-Dom Exodus
33:15 Political Awareness and Challenges
37:10 Entrepreneurial Culture in the UK
38:56 Supporting Small Businesses
48:01 Future of High Streets and Offices
53:28 Andrew Barclay's Vision for the Future
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Sep 23, 2025 • 1h 8min
James Vowles | The Future of F1
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The Complex World of F1 Team Management with James: Insights into Williams Racing
James provides a deep dive into the intricate operations and structure of a Formula 1 team, discussing the growth from 250 to over 1,200 team members, various departmental roles, the impact of cost caps, and the technological advancements in the sport. He elaborates on his responsibilities as team principal, including strategizing, coordinating between races, and setting long-term goals. James shares his career journey, the evolution of team culture, and how AI and partnerships are shaping F1. The episode also explores the personal qualities and mental fortitude required for drivers, and the unique bonding between drivers and race engineers. James concludes with reflections on the changing fandom of F1 and the contributions of Netflix's 'Drive to Survive'. This episode offers a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted world of Formula 1 racing and team management.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:13 The Evolution of F1 Team Sizes
01:37 Breakdown of Team Roles
03:07 Role of the Team Principal
03:57 Weekly Routine of a Team Principal
06:09 Strategic Prioritization of Races
07:50 Communicating Strategy and Culture Change
17:24 Graduate Schemes and Early Careers
19:04 STEM Outreach and Education
25:26 The Impact of Netflix's Drive to Survive
28:47 Changing Fandom in F1
30:28 The Influence of Iconic Drivers and Teams
31:27 Connecting with F1: From Childhood to Adulthood
32:39 The Evolution of F1 Fan Engagement
34:19 Williams' Unique Approach to Partnerships
36:38 The Impact of Netflix's Drive to Survive
38:15 Assessing Talent and Performance in F1
40:19 Cultural and Technological Shifts at Williams
44:20 The Role of AI in Formula One
46:58 Personal Uses of AI and Electric Vehicles
50:52 Traits of Great F1 Drivers
55:11 Mental Health and Support Systems in F1
58:15 Quickfire Questions: Favorite Tracks and Challenges
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Credits:
Host / Exec Producer: Jimmy McLoughlin OBE
Producer: Sunny Winter https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunnywinter/
Junior Producer: Thuy
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Sep 16, 2025 • 1h 6min
Rory Sutherland | The Future of Marketing
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Marketing is broken - and Rory Sutherland is here to fix it.
In this unfiltered episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, legendary ad man Rory Sutherland (Vice Chairman of Ogilvy, TED sensation) returns to dismantle everything you think you know about logic, branding, and business.
Rory dives deep into why rational thinking leads to bad marketing, how companies are ignoring the most powerful tools in psychology, and why irrationality is the ultimate competitive advantage.
Expect riffs on iPhones vs Androids, what government and business get wrong about people, and how comedy, curiosity, and weirdness are the superpowers of great thinkers.
Plus: Rory’s thoughts on neurodiversity, conspiracy theories, alcohol-free beer, tribalism, and why your business probably needs a podcast.
This isn’t just marketing - it’s how the world works.
👀 If you like Rory on Diary of a CEO or his TED talks, this might be his most honest interview yet.
00:00 Intro
02:20 Android vs iPhone
04:23 Why Aren’t There Old Women on TV?
08:26 The Truth About Gen-Z
12:28 How to Use ADHD to Win
19:00 Jimmy Carr & Gun Laws
24:00 Most Underrated Marketing Campaigns
39:30 The Rise of Alcohol-Free Beers
32:35 Entrepreneurs vs Politicians
35:28 Why is Rory on Every Podcast?
37:09 Brexit & Rory’s African Roots
40:56 Andrew Schultz
46:00 Why Capitalism is the Best
53:15 Rory vs The Financial Times
56:10 20p Lorry Insurance
01:02:18 Why Disney Should Run UK Trains
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Host / Exec Producer: Jimmy McLoughlin OBE
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Sep 9, 2025 • 49min
Hamish McKenzie | The Future of Media & Substack with its Co-Founder
Hamish McKenzie, co-founder of Substack and a media entrepreneur, dives into the platform's transformative impact on publishing. He discusses Substack's impressive growth with over 5 million paid subscriptions, the shift to multi-format content including audio and video, and the vital role AI may play in future media. Hamish also touches on the challenges of scaling in the UK, the importance of creator control over income, and how Substack aims to reshape journalism and free expression in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Sep 2, 2025 • 1h
Mel Stride | The Future of AI & The Tories
In a thought-provoking discussion, Mel Stride, a seasoned entrepreneur and politician, emphasizes the urgency of invigorating the British economy through youth engagement and AI advancements. He highlights the impacts of taxation on job creation and the paradox of low unemployment amid economic inactivity. Stride shares insights on the challenges entrepreneurs face today, the evolving job market influenced by AI, and the need for innovative skills. He also reflects on historical narratives, personal experiences in politics, and fostering a culture of ambition for the next generation.

Aug 26, 2025 • 1h 8min
Graham Ruddick | The Future of Risking it All
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Are you playing it safe... and losing?
In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, journalist and Risk Roulette author Graham Ruddick breaks down why risk isn’t what you think it is - and why avoiding it might be the biggest mistake of all.
We dive into how visionaries like Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Simon Arora used bold bets to win big, why British business culture punishes risk, and how Zuckerberg’s MMA fight became a metaphor for Meta’s strategy. From the Ratner blunder to the EasyJet playbook, this episode is a tour through the real game of business - where risk = power.
Whether you're a founder, student, or future policymaker this is a masterclass in how to use risk to your advantage.
🔥 TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
01:42 What We Get Wrong About Risk (and Why It Matters)
03:36 Why the US Is Winning on Risk and the UK Is Lagging
05:17 Simon Arora’s £4.3B Gamble with B&M
09:45 How One Joke Cost a CEO Everything (Ratner Story)
15:22 The Mindset of the Most Successful Entrepreneurs
23:49 Can Journalism Survive the Creator Economy?
35:04 Why Legacy Media Is Losing to Creators
35:52 The #1 Thing That Will Make or Break Media Companies
37:54 How AI Is Reshaping the Future of News
41:39 How EasyJet Disrupted Airlines with One Risky Bet
43:56 The Guests That Changed How We Think About Business
46:15 Innovation Lessons from Sport: F1, NFL & the NBA
50:46 How Turnarounds Really Happen and Who Pulls Them Off
51:25 Quickfire: Podcast, Politics & What’s Next for Graham
01:03:23 Where Business and Politics Collide
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Producer: Sunny Winter https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunnywinter/
Junior Producer: Thuy
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Aug 19, 2025 • 1h 19min
Gillian Keegan | The Future of Business Leaders in Politics
From Car Factory Apprentice to Cabinet Minister - Gillian Keegan's Inspiring Journey
Join us on this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, where we chat with Gillian Keegan, who has had an extraordinary career that spans from working as an apprentice in a car factory to becoming a prominent political figure and Education Secretary. In this engaging conversation, Gillian shares her thoughts on key societal issues, her journey through various industries, the importance of degree apprenticeships, and her experiences in politics. Tune in to hear about her insights on leadership, social care, AI, and her exciting future plans.
00:00 The Fragility of Society
00:18 Gillian Keegan's Political Journey
00:33 Rising to the Cabinet
00:59 Navigating Political Challenges
02:38 Losing a Seat and Moving Forward
04:11 From Business to Politics
04:46 The Importance of Apprenticeships
09:52 Leadership and Strategy
13:13 The Brutality of Politics
14:01 Women in Politics
25:33 Degree Apprenticeships
30:32 Ministerial Roles and Challenges
37:27 Curiosity and Lifelong Learning
38:45 Returning to Education
39:57 Introduction of Key Figures
40:09 Unexpected Cabinet Appointment
41:21 Challenges in Political Leadership
43:37 Teacher Retention Issues
47:06 Impact of Bureaucracy on Professions
01:00:10 AI and the Future of Work
01:02:28 Personal Reflections and Future Plans
01:14:17 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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