ThinkerTank
ThinkerTank
ThinkerTank is a podcast that explores the trends shaping the way we'll live, work, and play in the future. There's a lot to look forward to when it comes to the future - inspiring innovations, awesome technologies and incredible ideas, from microdosing psychedelics to the four-day work week and all things Gen-Z. We're currently experiencing change at the fastest rate in human history, but it's …Social links:
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The Future of Death
From virtual and eco-friendly funerals to cryogenic freezing and digital immortality through deepfakes and mind uploading, we discuss the evolving landscape of end-of-life practices. Join Dr Ben Hamer as we delve into the fascinating, and sometimes eerie, possibilities for honouring and extending l…
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The Future of Food
In the next 30 years, food scarcity will become a major issue due to our wasteful habits. Did you know throwing out a burger wastes as much water as a 90-minute shower? Discover more about food scarcity and the future of our food in this appetising episode of the ThinkerTank Podcast. DISCOVER MOR…
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How Will Misinformation and Fake News Shape the Future?
In this week's episode, Dr Ben Hamer breaks down the future of misinformation and fake news. Find out how governments, news agencies and schools will tackle the post-truth era. DISCOVER MORE: Check out the ABC's Fact Check site if you ever wanted to question or check the accuracy of claims by pol…
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Is Microdosing Psychadelics the Future of Health?
In this week's episode, Dr Ben Hamer explains how LSD came to be, what microdosing is and how it will change the future treatments of depression, PTSD and other mental health disorders. DISCOVER MORE: Read this article from Harvard that explains the current state of scientific research on microdo…
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Energy
Join Dr Ben Hamer for a look at the state of energy in Austalia and around the world. From renewables to nuclear energy, this episode walks us through what other countries are doing and what Australia can expect in coming years. DISCOVER MORE: Read this article from IBM on the future of renewable…
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Ultra Fast Fashion
You've heard of high end fashion and you've probably heard of fast fashion, but what about 'ultra fast fashion'? Join Dr Ben Hamer in this episode as he unpacks how fashion consumption has changed over the decades, and how fashion manufacturing and consumer trends will change in the future. DISCOV…
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Housing Affordability
Everyone’s talking about housing affordability in Australia, which has been declining since the early 1980s. That’s over forty years of it getting harder and harder to get into the property market. Jump into this episode of the ThinkerTank podcast and hear Dr Ben Hamer unpack why housing affordabil…
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The Four Day Working Week
A couple of years ago some Australian companies did a six-month trial of a four-day working week - and the results were incredible. In this episode Dr Ben Hamer reveals how work will change in the future and when we can expect to be working four-days instead of five. DISCOVER MORE: Read this arti…
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Lab-Grown Meat
In Australia, we can expect to have lab-grown meat in our mouths in just 12 months’ time. It's being hailed as a way to combat climate change and stop deforestation, as well as addressing food shortages across the globe. Join Dr Ben Hamer as he chews through the innovations and ethical consideratio…
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The Metaverse
400 million people a month spend time in the metaverse. But if you, like many, have no idea what the 'metaverse' is - let alone what happens in it - then this episode is for you. Join Dr Ben Hamer as he dives deep into the metaverse, shares what's happening in it, who's using it and what it will l…
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