WAWGTDWATF

In this episode, author and entrepreneur Mitch Weisburgh joins Rose Genele to unpack the evolving challenges—and deep opportunities—within the education system. With a background in systems design, adult instruction, and nearly two decades in education, Mitch brings a unique perspective on how we can shift not just our educational systems, but our thinking itself. The conversation explores the lon...

Bill Quinn, Futurist at TCS, discusses his career journey and insights into the future of health and wellness. He explains what it means to be a futurist, emphasizing the importance of identifying and interpreting signals across various domains—geopolitics, technology, economics, and more—to anticipate emerging trends and scenarios. Bill also shares insights into leveraging tools like generative A...

Doug Stephens, bestselling author and retail futurist, joins WAWGTDWATF to discuss the future of retail and the major transformations shaping the industry. Drawing on decades of experience, Doug explores the interplay between physical and digital retail, emphasizing the shift from stores as distribution hubs to immersive brand experiences. He highlights the generational transition from baby boomer...

In the fourth episode of the podcast "WAWGTDWATF," host Rose Genele chats with futurist Rafeeq Bosch who shares insights from his extensive background in future studies and technology consultant, emphasizing the evolving landscape of the Canadian public sector. He highlights significant trends such as labor disputes driven by rising living costs, the challenges of technological adoption, and the d...

In the third episode of the podcast, guest Nola Simon, a hybrid remote futurist, discusses the evolving landscape of work and organizational design, prompted by her personal experiences with remote work that began long before the pandemic. She emphasizes the growing trend of flexible work arrangements and their benefits extending beyond parenting to accommodate caregiving and personal growth. She...

In the second episode of the WAWGTDWATF podcast titled "The Future of Healthcare," guest Zayna Khayat, a health futurist with a PhD in cell biology, discusses the transformative trends shaping the healthcare landscape over the next decade. She breaks down major forces, societal forces, and six key trends  propelling healthcare into the future. The conversation further explores innovative busi...

In the first episode of the podcast "WAWGTDWATF," host Rose Genele chats with Sanj Sirpal, a seasoned designer and futurist with 30 years of experience, shares his insights on the evolution of design and the influence of technology in today's creative landscape. He emphasizes the need for designers to venture beyond traditional dimensions, advocating for a shift towards designs that foster communi...