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. 

Episode One:

The Donut Model: A Sustainable Future for Wales

The inaugural episode, hosted by Future Generations Commissioner Derek Walker, features internationally renowned economist Kate Raworth as a special guest.

Raworth, creator of the Doughnut of social and planetary boundaries and co-founder of the Doughnut Economics Action Lab, is a leading voice in 21st-century economics. Her best-selling book, Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st Century Economist, has been translated into more than 20 languages and has inspired audiences ranging from the UN General Assembly to Pope Francis to grassroots movements like Extinction Rebellion.

In the podcast, Raworth and Walker delve into the principles of a well-being economy – an economy designed to serve people and the planet, ensuring quality of life and environmental harmony.

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Episode Two:

A Healthier Wales

In this episode of the Future Generations Wales Podcast, Derek Walker, Future Generations Commissioner for Wales, is joined by Tanni, Baroness Grey-Thompson to discuss how the Well-being of Future Generations Act can shape a healthier Wales.

A multi-Paralympic gold medallist and cross-bench member of the House of Lords, Tanni shares her insights on the importance of prevention, physical literacy, and inclusive sports programmes. They explore the economic benefits of physical activity, the need for long-term health strategies, and the challenges of accessibility and participation.

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Episode Three:

Transforming the Food System

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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