What To Do About Education (part 1)

Welcome to the latest episode of "What To Do About." We aren't here to just admire the problems; we’re here to talk to the "doers" who are actually navigating the challenges of the next generation. In this episode, Peter and Victor sit down with Jovan, an aspirational politician and Cambridge graduate , and Gustavo, a talented studio engineer at Sirlute Studios in Canning Town. We tackle the future of education and work, diving into how a new generation is facing down the rise of AI, a volatile labor market, and a housing crisis that makes traditional milestones feel like a pipe dream. We also cover:Why a teacher told his students "good luck" on their first day because of the threat of AI. The "day-to-day" mindset of young people who feel robbed of a predictable future. Why we need a "Skills Guarantee" to ensure every young person gains professional experience outside of academia. The insidious role of social media algorithms and digital populism in shaping modern political engagement. Radical solutions for a dignified life: from social housing to redistributing corporate profits through social enterprise. "What To Do About" isn't a podcast about doom and gloom. It's solutions-focused, hopeful, and builds a bridge between systemic problems and community action. As Javan notes, we need a "strategic direction" to move from a state of malaise to a prosperous nation where everyone is dignified through decent work and wages. Hit play and let’s figure out what to do about Education in part 1 of this three part series!