Future Generations Wales – The Podcast
Future Generations Wales - The Podcast
Podcast Description
Future Generations Wales - The Podcast takes a deep dive into the long-term thinking needed to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Hosted by Derek Walker, the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales, this three-part series explores how Wales' pioneering Well-being of Future Generations Act can shape a brighter future for the next generation and beyond. With a focus on building a well-being economy, addressing climate and nature emergencies, reducing poverty, and tackling health inequity, the podcast combines local insights with global relevance. Whether you're in Wales or beyond, join us as we explore how this groundbreaking legislation inspires progress and captures international attention.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast addresses themes such as the Well-being of Future Generations Act, sustainable economic models, climate action, health equity, and social welfare. For example, episodes explore the principles of a well-being economy, as seen in the inaugural episode featuring Kate Raworth, discussing how economic frameworks can be adapted to enhance both human and environmental well-being.
Future Generations Wales – The Podcast takes a deep dive into the long-term thinking needed to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Hosted by Derek Walker, the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales, this three-part series explores how Wales’ pioneering Well-being of Future Generations Act can shape a brighter future for the next generation and beyond. With a focus on building a well-being economy, addressing climate and nature emergencies, reducing poverty, and tackling health inequity, the podcast combines local insights with global relevance. Whether you’re in Wales or beyond, join us as we explore how this groundbreaking legislation inspires progress and captures international attention.
In third episode of the Future Generations Wales Podcast, Derek Walker, Future Generations Commissioner for Wales, speaks with Sue Pritchard, Chief Executive of the Food, Farming, and Countryside Commission (FFCC), about the urgent need for a more sustainable food system in Wales.
They explore the alarming levels of obesity and food insecurity in Wales, the environmental toll of intensive farming, and the vulnerability of global supply chains. Pritchard highlights the need to support farmers in transitioning to sustainable practices, strengthen local food production, and improve access to healthy food. She stresses the importance of collaboration across sectors to create a fairer and more resilient food system.
This insightful conversation provides a compelling call to action for shaping a healthier, more sustainable future for Wales. Don’t miss this important discussion on how Wales can transform its food system for the benefit of future generations.
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