Jack To The Future

This month, Jack talks to one of his artgineering idols, Jay from @JBVCreative who pushes the boundaries of art by combining with engineering.

Jack talks to him about his projects, concept and what the future may hold. The pair discuss set-backs, challenges and learning opportunities.

A unique and fascinating episode!

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A change to the scheduled episode, 9-year-old Jack brings you a mini episode all about AI.

Specifically, he explores an AI computer programme called ChatGPT, which he's sure many of you will be familiar with. 

Not a paid partnership or any brand affiliation, Jack is just in awe of some very clever technology and wanted to so show off its capabilities, particularly in relation to his podcast. Enjoy!

Jack, aged 9 interviews Julien Delpierre, cell and developmental biologist from the Marion Zerial group of the Max Planck Institute in Dresden. 

The pair discuss how hairy humans might be in the future, whether our brains will be smaller, can our eyes really be cameras ,  the future of gene modification and much,  much more!

An episode suitable for adults and children alike.

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The monthly future podcast is back with host, 9-year-old Jack.

This month, he welcomes Graeme Robertson, photographer for The Guardian newspaper to talk to him about the future of photography. 

They talk about Graeme's job, what he likes to photograph most and current photography trends. As well as the possibilities of future technology, the pair also  talk about the impact of current technology on the industry. 

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🎶Despite our out of tune singing (sorry in advance 🤣), Jack was adamant he wanted to share some less good news with you in an original way. We certainly had fun making the video! Hope it makes you smile 😊

9 year old Jack is back once a month with his inquisitive mind asking questions of adults about all things future.

Listen on all major platforms for previous episodes and keep your 👀 and 👂out for details of his next episode, out at the end of November!

A podcast for adults and children alike, check it out! 

Jack has been a beta tester for a new podcasting app for kids and he'd love to tell you all about it!

Jack talks to two engineers-the first about fossil fuels and how they are made and also a former innovation engineer at a company called Drax, who was involved with cutting edge research into renewable energy sources.

They talk about what biomass is; the advantages and disadvantages and possibilities in the future; carbon capture, as well as other types of renewable energy sources.

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The Future of Deep Space Communications 📡🛰 

This week, 9 year old Jack interviews Ed Chester, a systems engineer at Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station.

 The pair talk about how satellites work, what deep space communication might look like in the future, whether we could live on other planets and what meeting Tim Peake was like! Satellites, the internet in space, lasers, time travel, ice moons, natural phenomenon, sols, alien life forms and beyond - they talk about it all! 

Listen in at the link in the description or download from all major platforms from Monday 18th July.

 📸 Credit to Jack To The Future - Astronaut calling his mum ❤️

 #astronaut #space #deepspace #deepspacecommunication #spacecommunication #satellite #goonhilly #marsexpress #stem #newepisode #jacktothefuture #podcastforfamilies #engineering #radiowaves #cosmos #spacetravel

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In this week's episode, Jack talks to Doug Millard, Curator of the Space Exhibit at the London Science Museum. 

The pair talk about Doug's job, his favourite 'out of this world' object in the collection, as well as the future of spacecraft and how they could be greener; whether we will eventually holiday in space and the wackiest of activities that have taken place on the International Space Station to date. 

They talk about the International Space Station coming down and what it will be replaced with, whether Doug will have a chance of salvaging any of the existing one currently in orbit and the two ponder ideas for cleaning up floating rubbish in space and what do astronauts actually do if they have an itchy nose whilst having a walk on the moon!

A fun episode not to be missed!

 #future #space #spacetravel #stem #themoon #mars #sciencemuseum #internationalspacestation #spacecraft #astronaut

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This week’s episode is about the future of road vehicles!

We're not just talking about cars- anything that drives on the road!

Jack talks to Joe Hacker, an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Engineer who works for a company  in the green power sector, specifically Hydrogen storage, distribution and dispensing! Talk about the future of energy!

They talk about the company Joe works for, Nanosun and their Hydrogen refuelling stations. The pair discuss the future of road vehicles and how hydrogen has the potential for other uses in transport and everyday life in the future as well.

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This week’s episode is about The Future of Computers 💻, specifically data storage 🗃 and The Cloud ☁️.

Jack talks to a Cloud Architect Engineer, Dulcie Herreros who works for Microsoft about what her job involves and what The Cloud actually is. Thank you for taking part 🙏

They talk about keeping your information safe, what data storage may look like in the future and why it needs to change  and Dulcie fills us in on some very cool and different ways that it could be stored ❄️🌊🧬🪟🪨…

👩🏽‍🔬Oh and if you’re into Chemistry- there’s a side convo about their joint interest in  explosives and reactive elements 🧨 💥 Not to be missed!

Download from link in bio ⬆️ or wherever you usually listen to your pods 🎧

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This is Episode 2 of Jack To The Future's new season, STEM To The Future. Bringing you the first part of two episodes on The Future of Energy, 9 year old podcast host, Jack, talks with electrical engineer Gavin Rham about the problem solving skills needed in the job; how rollercoasters work; why electricity can be dangerous and the pair discuss the possibilities of electricity in the future. Any Back To The Future fans out there... Jack even manages to ask a good few questions about Doc Brown and the time travelling Delorean in the context of engineering!

 #stem #electricity #energy #power #future #bttf #engineering

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Welcome to the 2nd season of Jack To The Future!🌍

Jack is here with another series of interesting interviews, but this time with a focus on his favourite subjects, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) ....introducing  STEM To The Future!

In this introductory episode, Jack talks to Andy Tate, a Chartered Engineer with HDR Inc and STEM Ambassador for the IET. 

They  talk about what engineering is; what projects Andy has been involved with and together they explore the possibilities of a career in engineering both now and in the future.

Aimed at children and adults alike, this episode includes a 'which engineer' guessing game; Jack's predictions on engineering of the future and he finds out all about the prospects of being an engineer and what that may look like in daily life.

A super starting point for another exciting season of Jack To The Future 

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In Jack To The Future’s first episode of 2022, he looks at the future of fast food and we are delighted to be joined by Matt, founder of @Vegheads, a local vegan fast food restaurant covering Hertfordshire and Essex.

Jack talks to Matt about his business; the food on the menu and the inspiration for naming his business and dishes; they talk about  veganism and how technology is influencing the fast food industry. Matt explains to Jack the challenges of fast food packaging and they discuss why vegan alternatives are sometimes made to look like meat products. 

To begin, Jack shares some research from the GWI about customer preference for fast food, how Covid has influenced this and possible future trends. He quizzes Matt on some well known fats food chain slogans and offers his suggestions about the future of fast food. 

His questions to Matt are based on an article on the future of fast food  written by the IET, details below. 

Regardless of whether you're vegan or not and whether you're a fan of fast food or not, this is a fun episode with lots of food for thought (pardon the pun!) 🍔

Don't forget to check out Jack's version of the old classic "A pizza hut" song on his Facebook and Insta @jtothefuture 🍕

📷Podcast thumbnail - Lego fast food - courtesy of Jack To The Future 🌍

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🎶"Mash it up, mash it up" 🎶See Jack's 'mash it up' video on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jtothefuture/

Beginning on Sunday 20th March, Kids Listen bring you a new podcast 'Mashups'. Jack To The Future is part of the Kids Listen community and was fortunate enough to be involved in this Mashup series. 

Kids Listen is a grassroots organization of advocates for high-quality audio content for children.  

 Mashups introduces you to various different podcasts aimed at children (and adults) of all ages. We want you to get a taste of these kidcasts and their pods. In each episode we ‘mash up’ two Kids Listen podcasts, first through an introductory clip, then a game that mashes up their styles and brings out their personalities, and ending with a behind the scenes bit they chose to share with you.

In this trailer, hear Jack talking about his experience of taking part, why you should listen and hear the Kids Listen official trailer at the end.

Listen to the full podcast here https://www.kidslisten.org/mashups

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This weeks episode is about the Future of Robots🤖

Jack interviews Dr Patrick Holthaus who is the manager of The Robot House, a research house from The University of Hertfordshire, UK. They talk about what the Robot House is and why it’s there; how people find it interacting with robots; how they’re programmed and the jobs and activities  that they can do as well of course what the future of robots may look like and how they may fit into our daily lives in the next 30 years or so.

Jack asks about The University of Hertfordshire’s successful robotic football team, called the BoldHearts and discovers just how difficult it is to programme a robot to kick a ball! ⚽️

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 An episode on a complex topic, 8 year old Jack speaks honestly  with Katie Carr, owner and founder of Tommy and Lottie , which is a unisex, ethical and sustainable gift brand, based in St Albans, Herts.

Jack shares some shocking statistics; they talk about her business; the difference between fast and slow fashion, sustainable materials and what people could do to make their clothes last longer instead of buying new ones all the time. As well as the possibilities of  what clothes shops will look like in the future and whether they will actually exist and how technology is influencing customers behaviour when they’re shopping.

Together, they weave in an invention from Jack's favourite film and discuss how this may make recycling and sustainability a possibility in the future!

Lots of useful resources, brands  and other websites mentioned here (no affiliation) to explore to see what's on offer currently, but as both mention during the episode, it's a start, but not enough. Listen in and see whether it results in any  changes you may consider making.

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This Friday brings the new episode of Jack To The Future🌍 , The Future of Housing 🏠.

Jack and his special guest, Hannah Green, Founder of @GreenhillEstates talk about their dream home; the role technology plays and could play in the future to buy and sell homes; whether the Estate Agency Industry will still exist and current and future trends with regards to renting and buying. Hannah shares with Jack some unusual and eco properties she has sold in the past.

Jack digests “housing market” talk and offers his own definitions for younger listeners. He shares information about a very unique town in Sweden and an article he read on the future of real estate as part of his research for this episode.

He finishes the episode with an invention of sorts for a futuristic board game …. Listen in to hear more!

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What do you think the future of Christmas will look like?

We love words here at Jack To The Future🌍  - language is fun isn’t it !

Jack begins the episode with a riddle game for you and contemplates the future of English following his research on this topic. 

Will the future of the English language be a combination of languages?

Will 'text' speak and acronyms  seep into the spoken word?

Are  emojis words?

Do you know what an emordnilap is?

How about the etymology of spoonerisms or portmanteaus?

Jack and  his guest speaker this week,   Simon Horobin, Professor of English Language and Literature at The University of Oxford,  discuss all of the above,   their favourite words and and all manor of other lexical topics, finishing with Jack  testing Simon's skills and knowledge of modern day slang! Will you dare to have a go?!

A fun-filled episode learning about both the future and history of the English language. 

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🧮Can maths really predict the future?

😫Do you suffer with maths anxiety?

#️⃣Will we run out of numbers?

👩🏾‍🏫Will maths be taught differently in the future?

Jack poses these questions and many more to his special guest, Professor Chris Budd from @The University of Bath in Episode 15- The Future of Maths 🎉 Chris chats to Jack about what an equation is and how some  can predict the future (to an extent!)

Jack loves hearing about the origins of some mathematical concepts, famous mathematicians and inventors. 🚨You do not have to have studied maths , be an expert or even really like maths to listen to this episode - the duo talk about how maths runs through everyday life, how it can be fun and it really is for everyone!

Don’t miss out on a chance to try your hand at some magic tricks and hear about Chris’s friend who can solve a Rubik's cube while simultaneously juggling! Who knew! 🤹‍♀️

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💡When’s the last time you thought, “I wish I’d thought of that!” ?

 Well, in the second part of his Future of Work episodes, Jack shares  a spooky themed👻, jam packed   episode focusing on  The Future of Entrepreneurship, where you’ll “meet” not 1, but 3 super talented entrepreneurial guests who have made businesses out of the things they love !!!!

 First up, Jack talks to Julian Hall, CEO and founder at @UltraEducation about what entrepreneurship  is; how it differs from a regular 9 to 5; what his predictions for the future are and tips for being a successful entrepreneur. 

This is followed by a second interview with Israel, child author @animalfusionsstories who discusses his journey as a kidpreneur , including the highs and challenges he has faced so far and what keeps him motivated. 

In keeping with the date of release for this episode , for Halloween, he also hears from Semra @mamamooncandles , an eclectic witch dispelling (like what we did there 😜) myths about witchcraft and enjoys finding out more  about her unique business whereby she spreads love and cosmic vibes. 🙌We hope it educates and inspires!

 A fascinating episode exploring lots of different people’s perspectives and experiences . What would you do if you were to make a business out of something you love or maybe you’re doing it already?Tell us, we’d love to know…📢 

PARTIAL TRANSCRIPT AVAILABLE ON THE JACK TO THE FUTURE BLOG 

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What do you do to stay mindful? Maybe exercising, meditation, staring at a glitter jar, breathing techniques or practising gratitude? Or you might be thinking, I'm not really sure what that is?... 

Whatever your understanding or current habits , this is the place for you! Following the easing of lockdown in the UK, this week's topic seemed like an apt choice. It's also Mental Health Awareness Day on the 10th October - perhaps this episode may give you some ideas in advance and help you to reflect on what you are doing regularly to boost your own mental wellbeing.  

  In Jack's 12th episode, another two-parter,  he chats to Jess and Joe from Hertfordshire Mind Network. The charity support all over 18s in Hertfordshire, as well as offering specific support to children and young people over the age of 10. They talk about what the mental health charity do to support children, young people and their parents and carers, as well as professionals working with them. They reflect on how Covid has affected how they run the service and impacted upon service user; discuss some practical tips to help with anxiety; debate the pros and cons of social media for mental health  and,  of course, their ideas for what the future of mental health may look like.🔮 

 Jack was also very excited to speak to Ros from Mindful Magic, Royston which is a mindfulness🧘‍♂️ group aimed at children between 5-10 years old.   Not only does Jack find out about the group,  they share ideas about techniques for children (and adults) to relax, unwind and be in tune to their feelings and why that’s so important. Listen out for the shark breath! Ros takes us through a guided meditation and hopefully, everyone is feeling zen by the end of the episode...🤞 It’s a super line-up, not to be missed! 

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After a little break over the Summer, Jack To The Future podcast is back!

Talking all things food this time, Jack discusses an article he has read on Crickster.com and delves deeper into the possibilities of food in the future with his guest speaker, Nina Fischer from @NinaFischerNutrition, a nutritional therapist. They talk about a plant based diet- vegetarian and veganism; food waste; growing your own; regenerative farming;  shopping local; a debate about eating insects and much, much more!

Also featuring some research from a fellow podcaster @AtYourLevelPod ❤

Of course science, technology and inventions feature in this episode too!🤣

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In this week's episode, Jack talks about the future of music. 🎵

He thinks that maybe musical notations  will look different in the future- more like abstract symbols as per his cover art…What are your thoughts?

He chats to Niamh Clune, founder of the ‘We Are The Voice’ Children’s Environmental Choir 🌍 about her project;  their upcoming events and current songs; their favourite singers; their views on whether singing will be replaced by Artificial Intelligence and predictions for  future themes for music. 

Another interview follows,  where  he talks to  the ‘I Am The Music’ founders, Adam Fearn and Saija Mahon about their community project to help artists break into the music industry.🎸 They talk about how technology may influence music production and performances in the future including AI generated songs, holograms and cartoon popstars ; they debate whether musical instruments will be replaced and discuss what changes we are already seeing in the music industry , as well as their journey  to  become musicians.

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Jack's been talking to two local businesses for this episode, After Alice Ltd and Master Builders based in Hertford, Hertfordshire.

After Alice is an online toy and gift shop which was developed by the owner, Martine, in response to shops pigeonholing boys' and girls' toys. Jack, Martine and her daughter (aka. Big Alice) talk about their experiences of the unfair gender divide in many toy aisles.

Master Builders run Lego parties and workshops in the local area and Darren, the owner, shares Jack's love for Lego Great Ball Contraptions (much to Jack's delight- someone else to talk about chain reactions with-more on this later!)

They talk about their businesses, different types of play, current trends and predictions for the future of play, including sustainability and innovation. 

There's something for everyone in this episode, whether it be nostalgia by adults of childhood toys that they so adored in years gone by, a celebration of the great classics or an appreciation for how toys have evolved and continue to do so. 

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Learn about the threats facing forests in the UK and what we can do to help as Jack has an informative chat with Henry Bexley, Operations Manager at National Trust's Hatfield Forest in Essex.

They talk about some of the rare and interesting species of plants and animals that can be found here; why it is a site of Specific Scientific Interest; some forest management techniques used, spanning back to Norman times and how these help prolong the life of the trees as well as discussing climate change and the impact on the forest and its sustainability.

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This time, Jack talks to Mrs Massey,  an Executive Headteacher from Howe Dell Primary School and Daycare  in Hatfield,  Hertfordshire about her eco-friendly school-  from the building design and recycled materials used in the build and furnishings, through to the eco- curriculum that compliments the statutory requirements for childrens’ learning in the UK. Jack asks a plethora of interesting questions and they consider the possibilities for greener schools in the future.

A thought-provoking episode and hopefully a two-parter, with the future of education (to include more about the future curriculum and innovative technology),  coming later in the year!

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An exciting, jam-packed episode not to be missed for any child/ adult theatre lovers out there!

Jack talks to Ben Cannell, FOH Manager and Rebecca Butcher, Marketing & Digital Content Lead at @Hertford Theatre about their shared love of theatre; what the theatre has to offer and what will change through their Growth and Legacy Project ; the impact of Covid on the theatre industry; the future of theatre and and much more...

Jack shares some predictions from The Blackpool Grand Theatre about possible innovative technology for the future to enhance your visit to the theatre; he reviews an online performance by the Royal Shakespeare Company and reveals the answer to the future themed theatre quiz that is on the @jtothefuture Facebook/Instagram pages.

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Jack talks to Dave Rudd, Manager at Hertford Library about their shared love of reading; what the library has to offer; the future of books, inventions and much more.... He shares some predictions from Google patents about how technology may interact with books in the future; he reviews an interactive children's e-book by a talented local business, Tapocketa and he reads you a poem about reading that he wrote with his mum. Also, don't miss the jingle for his invention idea  for 'Lit Shades'- who know,  could they be the future of reading?!....

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This week, Jack talks about the future of animals. 

Jack talks about recycling and reusing your waste. He gets some advice from local business owner, Emma Riddle who owns the Replenish_Refill shop in Hertford, Hertfordshire. Jack shares some tips from a book called 1001 Ways To Save The Planet by Joanna Yarrow, offers some useful resources and tests your knowledge on an environmentally friendly quiz. 

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Jack's debut episode talks about predictions for the future, in terms of science, technology, innovation and the environment. He asks some friends for their input and recommends a children's magazine in-keeping with the theme.

Jack's debut episode talks about predictions for the future, in terms of science, technology, innovation and the environment. He asks some friends for their input and recommends a children's magazine in-keeping with the theme.