Jimmy's Jobs of the Future

The Future of AI in the UK: An In-Depth Conversation with the AI Minister In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, we sit down with the AI Minister to explore the trajectory of AI and its impact on the UK's economy and society. From his humble beginnings arriving in the UK at age 12 to winning a scholarship to Eton, our guest shares his unique journey. We delve into the role of AI in job cre...

In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, we sit down with Victor, the co-founder of Synthesia, arguably the biggest technology company you haven't heard of yet. Synthesia is making video creation completely AI automated, and they recently made headlines by becoming the fastest-growing unicorn in the United Kingdom. Victor joins us to celebrate a massive milestone: raising 200million in a Ser...

In this episode of 'Jimmy's Jobs of the Future,' Jimmy interviews Jason Stockwood, an accomplished entrepreneur and current UK Minister of State for Investment. Jason shares his fascinating career journey from working in competitive tech companies like Skyscanner and Lastminute.com to owning a football club, Grimsby Town. He delves into his role in government, discussing the objectives and strateg...

Vote for Jimmy’s Jobs People’s Choice Award: https://politicalpodcastawards.co.uk/the-peoples-choice-award/ And sign up to our NEW community here! https://app.heartbeat.chat/jimmysjobsbackstage/invitation?code=DF4BEJ Reflecting on 2025: The Best Moments, Guests, and More | Jimmy's Jobs In the final episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future for 2025, Jimmy and producer Sunny recap the year's highlights...

Vote for Jimmy’s Jobs People’s Choice Award: https://politicalpodcastawards.co.uk/the-peoples-choice-award/ And sign up to our NEW community here! https://app.heartbeat.chat/jimmysjobsbackstage/invitation?code=DF4BEJ Insights into High-Stakes Marketing: A Conversation with Uncensored CMO Join us for an in-depth conversation with Jon, the host of Uncensored CMO, as we explore the nuances of marketi...

Check out the new LinkedIn report here: https://economicgraph.linkedin.com/content/dam/me/economicgraph/en-us/PDF/Work-Change-Small-Business-Report-Dec-2025-UK.pdf Vote for Jimmy’s Jobs People’s Choice Award: https://politicalpodcastawards.co.uk/the-peoples-choice-award/ And sign up to our NEW community here! https://app.heartbeat.chat/jimmysjobsbackstage/invitation?code=DF4BEJ Elfried “Elf” Samba...

Check out the new LinkedIn report: https://economicgraph.linkedin.com/content/dam/me/economicgraph/en-us/PDF/Work-Change-Small-Business-Report-Dec-2025-UK.pdf And sign up to our NEW community here! https://app.heartbeat.chat/jimmysjobsbackstage/invitation?code=DF4BEJ UK media is collapsing - and Joshi Herrmann, founder of The Manchester Mill, believes a completely new model is emerging to replace...

In this conversation, Jimmy McLoughlin and Seb Johnson discuss the recent UK budget and its implications for entrepreneurs and startups. They explore the reactions from the Startup Coalition, the significance of changes to EMI and EIS, and the overall sentiment towards supporting the tech community. The discussion highlights the importance of government engagement with entrepreneurs and the need f...

The Future of Politics: Katie Lam’s Journey from Cambridge to No.10 Katie Lam MP joins Jimmy to unpack her remarkable path from teaching herself Latin and Greek at a comprehensive school, to studying Classics at Cambridge, to analysing billion-pound companies at Goldman Sachs - and finally into the heart of political power. She reveals what really happens inside No.10 during a national crisis, how...

Get in touch with Jimmy about EVs and Solar Panels at jimmy@octopus.energy Want your own Brand or Business Podcast? Try out our NEW Podcast Calculator: https://www.boxlight.io/ Billion-dollar deal. Explosive fraud allegations. Extradition. Acquittal. A yacht, a storm… and a tragic ending. In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, Katie Prescott, tech correspondent at The Times, takes us insid...

This Episode Was Made In Partnership With The Scotch Whisky Association. Check out our 2023 Audio Special with them here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-future-of-scotch-whisky/id1535212212?i=1000596306265 Scotch whisky isn’t just a drink - it’s Britain’s biggest food and drink export, powering over 40,000 UK jobs. But now it’s under threat. Mark Kent, CEO of the Scotch Whisky Associati...

Behind the Scenes: Building a Media Brand & Exclusive Guest Insights In this special episode, we take you behind the scenes of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future. Producer Sunny joins Jimmy to reflect on five years of building the show - from its early days to becoming one of Britain’s go-to business and politics podcasts. They talk about the art (and chaos) of booking high-profile guests, the evolution o...

Want your own Brand or Business Podcast? Try out our NEW Podcast Calculator: https://www.boxlight.io/ Rethinking Education, Wealth, and Future Innovation with Dr Arthur Laffer In this thought-provoking episode, Jimmy sits down with Dr Arthur Laffer for an in-depth discussion about simplifying economic models and the implications of tax rates on revenue.  They explore the evolving importance of hum...

Want your own Brand or Business Podcast? Try out our NEW Podcast Calculator: https://www.boxlight.io/ How to Get Hired in 2025 | LinkedIn’s Global Boss Sue Duke on AI, Branding & Career Strategy What does it really take to stand out on LinkedIn today? In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, we sit down with Sue Duke, LinkedIn’s Global Head of Public Policy and Managing Director for EMEA & L...

The Rise, Fall & Reinvention of Mel Morris: From Candy Crush to AI & Derby County In this gripping episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, Jimmy sits down with tech entrepreneur and former Derby County owner Mel Morris for an unfiltered conversation on risk, reinvention, and resilience. From working in an industrial foundry to building global tech hits like U Date and Candy Crush, Mel shares the ke...

Recorded at Index Ventures London - Investors in Multiverse The Billion-Dollar Fix for Skills | Euan Blair on AI, Hiring & the Future of Work In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, Multiverse CEO Euan Blair shares what it really takes to build a billion-dollar startup - and how AI is forcing a total rethink of education, hiring, and skills. We cover: 🚀 Hypergrowth lessons from founding Mu...

Want your own Brand or Business Podcast? Try out our NEW Podcast Calculator: ⁠https://www.boxlight.io/ From Apprenticeship to Entrepreneurship: Andrew Barclay's Unique Journey In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs, Andrew Barclay shares his unconventional career path, starting with an apprenticeship in Hong Kong to founding Yopa, a property startup, and delving into public policy. Barclay discusses the...

Get in touch with Jimmy about EVs and Solar Panels at jimmy@octopus.energy Want your own Brand or Business Podcast? Try out our NEW Podcast Calculator: https://www.boxlight.io/ The Complex World of F1 Team Management with James: Insights into Williams Racing James provides a deep dive into the intricate operations and structure of a Formula 1 team, discussing the growth from 250 to over 1,200 team...

Get in touch with Jimmy about EVs and Solar Panels at jimmy@octopus.energy Want your own Brand or Business Podcast? Try out our NEW Podcast Calculator: https://www.boxlight.io/ Marketing is broken - and Rory Sutherland is here to fix it. In this unfiltered episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, legendary ad man Rory Sutherland (Vice Chairman of Ogilvy, TED sensation) returns to dismantle everythin...

Follow us on Substack: https://jimmysjobs.substack.com/ In this exclusive episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, Substack co-founder Hamish McKenzie shares the platform’s bold vision to reshape media, publishing, and free speech. With over 5 million paid subscriptions, Substack is becoming a major force in the media economy. Hamish breaks down how the platform is helping writers, podcasters, and c...

Rewiring the Economy: Mel Stride on AI, Productivity, and the Future of Jobs | Jimmy's Jobs In this episode of 'Jimmy's Jobs of the Future,' Jimmy interviews Mel Stride, a seasoned entrepreneur and key political figure. Stride discusses the pressing need to invigorate the British economy with bold offers for young people, emphasizing the role of AI and technological advancements. The conversation...

Thank you to our partners at https://octopus.energy/ Want your own Brand or Business Podcast? Try out our NEW Podcast Calculator: https://www.boxlight.io/ Are you playing it safe... and losing? In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, journalist and Risk Roulette author Graham Ruddick breaks down why risk isn’t what you think it is - and why avoiding it might be the biggest mistake of all. W...

From Car Factory Apprentice to Cabinet Minister - Gillian Keegan's Inspiring Journey Join us on this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, where we chat with Gillian Keegan, who has had an extraordinary career that spans from working as an apprentice in a car factory to becoming a prominent political figure and Education Secretary. In this engaging conversation, Gillian shares her thoughts on key...

Episode made in partnership with McDonald's UK & Ireland Behind the Golden Arches: How McDonald's Runs Like Clockwork Join us as we go behind the scenes at McDonald's to uncover the secrets of how this fast-food giant operates. From innovative technology predicting your order to grilling the CEO on customer concerns like all-day breakfast, we delve deep into the processes that keep McDonald's runn...

Sally Wynter | The Future of Job Hunting In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, returning guest Sally Wynter introduces Hunch, her new AI-powered platform designed to fix the graduate job market. She exposes why LinkedIn’s Easy Apply is making things worse, how hundreds of applications go unseen, and why Gen Z needs to become AI-native to survive the future of work. We discuss: Why finding...