Working from home has its perks, from flexible schedules to easy access to snacks, but what about the downsides? Join us as we delve into the world of remote work with serial entrepreneur Alicia Navarro, founder of Flown – a platform revolutionising virtual coworking. In this episode, we explore the challenges of feeling disconnected from your company and colleagues while working remotely, and how Flown aims to combat distraction and loneliness by fostering "deep work" – that highly...

In this episode of 'Jimmy's Jobs of the Future,' Science Minister Andrew discusses the role and responsibilities of being the UK's science minister, highlighting the government's commitment to making the UK a science and technology superpower through a record funding of 20 billion pounds for research and innovation. Andrew elaborates on exciting developments in engineering biology and the strength of the UK in life sciences, mentioning the government's investment and vision for engineering...

How many magazines can claim to influence how world leaders are picked? Well, The Spectator certainly can, as one of the oldest and most established UK publications around. It started life as a collection of magazines in 1711 - over 300 years ago - with early readers including founding father Benjamin Franklin.  Today, it’s a political stronghold, with past editors including heavyweights Nigel Lawson and Boris Johnson. The magazine has also ridden the wave of digital evolution over the...

In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, we explore the surprising connections between Francis Ngannou, Michelangelo, and the concept of late bloomers. Our guest, Henry Oliver, embarked on a remarkable journey from studying English at Oxford University to advising major corporations like HSBC, Easyjet, and Volkswagen on talent acquisition strategies. Henry's latest book, "Second Act: What Late Bloomers Can Tell You About Success and Reinventing Your Life," delves into the stories of...

Today’s guest is Madhumita Murgia. Madhumita Murgia is an award-winning journalist, editor, and speaker with expertise in technology, science, and health.  She is also the FT's artificial intelligence editor, leading their coverage of AI and writing about data, surveillance, and policy. She has recently released her new book titled Code-Dependent: Living in the Shadow of AI. Follow us on socials! Youtube Instagram Tiktok Twitter / X Linkedin Want to come on the show? Get in...

Geoff Norcott is one of Britain's favourite comedians. He's also one of those rarest of things, a right-wing comedian. Before his comedy career, he was a teacher, and during his time as a teacher in the 90s and noughties, he encouraged lots of his students to go to university. Now though, with fees much higher and satisfaction levels at university at an all-time low. He's wondering whether it's really the case that his son should go to university. So he's embarked on a documentary for the...

#PoweredByCityAM Check out the City A.M. website and read my article here Download the City A.M. App here Follow @cityam for breaking news and the latest updates Jared Cohen is a dynamic figure at the intersection of global affairs, technology, and corporate leadership. With a Bachelor's degree from Stanford University and a Master's from Oxford, Cohen's early career included advising on counterterrorism for Hillary Clinton, even in his early twenties.  Time magazine recognized him as one...

In this hilarious of episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, Jimmy sits down with award-winning stand-up comedian, Matt Richardson. Having started stand-up in 2009 at just 18 years old, Matt quickly established himself as one of the UK’s most exciting performers and presenters – hosting the drive-time show on Virgin Radio. His TV credits include co-hosting the Xtra Factor alongside Caroline Flack and Co-Hosting Celebrity Haunted Hotel Live alongside Christine Lampard. He's also appeared on...

 Timpson is one of the most recognizable brands in the whole of the United Kingdom. With 2, 000 stores they have a presence on every single high street. They employ 6, 000 people and what you might not realize is 10 percent of those are prison leavers. It's a remarkable statistic and James explains to us how they actually teach people how best to rob them. Timpsons was started in 1865 by shoemaker William Timpson and his brother-in-law, Walter Joyce, in Manchester. To give you an idea of...

 Welcome to this special episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future. It was recorded in front of a live audience. The guests were Harry Cole, the political editor of The Sun, and James Heale, the political correspondent of The Spectator. They are perhaps most famous for having written the book Liz Truss - Out of the Blue. It became so wildly popular that it became a meme in the year that she became Prime Minister. We spoke to them about what it was like writing the book and how the job of...

Welcome back to Jimmy’s Jobs Special Episode 2 where Jimmy and Christian tackle this week’s headlines. On the Agenda this week is The CBI, Labour’s 28bn plan, and why Dragon’s Den and the Apprentice need a facelift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a special episode that delves into the intersection of business and politics, offering a unique perspective on the significant political landscape of 2024. Join me and my great friend Christian May, former editor of City AM, as we unravel the dynamics where business and politics intertwine, shedding light on aspects often overlooked by the mainstream political media. Having experienced the frustration of business not receiving the coverage it deserves during my time in Downing...

Have you ever witnessed a business capturing the attention and investment of all 5 Dragons on Dragons' Den? It's a rare feat that has only happened a handful of times in the show's history, spanning 21 seasons, hundreds of episodes, and thousands of pitches. Join us today as we unveil the extraordinary journey of Simon and Charlene, the dynamic duo behind Sooper Books, achieving the seemingly impossible! In the vast expanse of Dragons' Den episodes, how often have you seen the Dragons convene...

Longtime followers of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future may have picked up on the fact that I'm dyslexic, a detail that becomes even more evident if you've perused my substack. While some people label dyslexia as a business superpower, as Richard Branson has done, it's perhaps easier to declare such sentiments when you're worth several hundred million quid and own your private island. Growing up and especially in the early stages of my career, I didn't always perceive dyslexia as a superpower....

In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, we've got the privilege of chatting with the accomplished Daniel Finkelstein—Director of Chelsea, former executive editor of The Times, and a Conservative Lord in the House of Lords. We're diving deep into Finkelstein's latest book, "Hitler, Stalin, Mum and Dad." It's not your typical read; this book shares a personal perspective on Finkelstein's upbringing and offers insights into life in Soviet Russia and Nazi Germany. We also explore...

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today, we have a special treat for you as we sit down with the brilliant Ed Conway, a prominent figure in economics and journalism. In the 1980s, Ed Conway's journey began near Oxfordshire, where his love for economics and journalism flourished. After studying English at Oxford University, he earned a scholarship to Harvard, where he pursued his master's degree. Armed with degrees from two of the world's finest institutions, Ed returned to the UK,...

This episode was made in partnership with Octopus Group. Today's guest is none other than Sam Grice, the visionary founder of Octopus Legacy. In 2016, Sam Grice faced a life-altering moment at the age of 27 when he received the call that no one wants to get - the loss of his mother in a tragic car accident. Amidst the overwhelming grief, Sam found himself drowning in paperwork, legalities, and administrative tasks that made it nearly impossible to think clearly. But out of this difficult...

Dive into the AI universe with Alex Lebrun, a trailblazer with two decades of experience in AI. In this episode, he spills the beans on selling a business to Mark Zuckerberg and shares insights on navigating the cultural and business landscape of Paris, London, and San Francisco. Follow Jimmy: Twitter Substack Instagram Youtube Jimmy's Jobs Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Phil Carr is a small business owner who has found viral success on TikTok with his tongue-in-cheek reviews of towns and businesses. Gaining over 750 thousand followers and over 33 million likes on the platform. What started as a fun project from his sofa has turned into reviewing hospitality suites at Crystal Palace football club… Phil joins Jimmy on this episode to discuss everything from video ideas to brand partnerships. Follow Jimmy: Twitter Substack Instagram Youtube Jimmy's Jobs...

Ipsitaa is a pop star, actor and a behavioural scientist with a degree from Yale University. In the latest episode of Jimmy’s Jobs, Ipsitaa joins Jimmy to discusses having music streams in the millions, her mental health and behavioural science. Follow Jimmy: Twitter Substack Instagram Youtube Jimmy's Jobs Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Wise is an author, a partner of Balderton (a $5 billion dollar European venture fund) and a trustee of Demos - a cross-party think tank championing public engagement in politics. We recorded this episode live at the 2023 conservative party conference where we discussed his new book, AI and the passing of our mutual friend - Nick Hungerford. Follow Jimmy: Twitter Substack Instagram Youtube Jimmy's Jobs Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam Bowman is a founding editor of Works in Progress - an online magazine dedicated to sharing new and underrated ideas to improve the world. It features original writing from some of the most interesting thinkers from around the globe. Sam & I discuss building an online magazine, where to find the best people and also how the online magazine caught the attention of Stripe who decided to purchase the company. Follow Jimmy: Twitter Substack Instagram Youtube Jimmy's Jobs...

Our guest today is Alison Lomax the managing director of Youtube UK. With ​​​​YouTube’s creator economy contributing over £2BN to the UK’s GDP and creating over 45K full time equivalent (FTE) jobs in 2022 we wanted the inside scoop on what goes on behind Youtube's doors. Follow Jimmy: Twitter Substack Instagram Youtube Jimmy's Jobs Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's guest is Shadow Secretary of State Jonathon Reynolds who comes from a coal mining background in the North East. Jonathon joins Jimmy for a discussion on politics, change and the North of England. Follow Jimmy: Twitter Substack Instagram Youtube Jimmy's Jobs Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices