Episode Synopsis "EP 01 - 2039 AD, realistic optimism and the importance of agency
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In this opening episode of ‘Georgie’s Future’ podcast, Nick and Tony explore the possibilities of the next two decades in 12-year-old Georgie’s life.  They explore the way that a ‘realistic optimist’ perspective will be critical for her. They also discuss the concept of agency, how important this will be for Georgie and what educators and parents might do to help develop this.

Direct reference is made to:- The era of exponential change- Three perspectives on the future- The futures triangle- Risk and protective factors- Augmented intelligence- What might be added to the curriculum- Why the world is better than many people think

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More episodes of the podcast Georgie's Future

• EP 07 - INTO GEORGIE’S FUTURE: Some Ahas from the full podcast series; and Predictions for the near-future of today’s children
• EP 06 - HIGH TECH: How advanced technology will impact upon the future of today’s children.
• EP 05 - Mindsets for the Future: Helping children to augment their amazing thinking.
• Ep 04 - Social Entrepreneurship
• EP 03 - Children Thriving In A Rapidly Changing World
• EP 02 - Exponential Technology and Advanced Humanity
• EP 01 - 2039 AD, realistic optimism and the importance of agency