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The Aftergrad Podcast

Robert Cain and Victoria Gilbert

Decode the Future, Part I

MAY 27, 202337 MIN
The Aftergrad Podcast

Decode the Future, Part I

MAY 27, 202337 MIN

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<p>It can be quite intimidating to think about the future, especially when there is so much uncertainty and rapid innovation in technology. But it’s a practice that helps us expand our imagination around what’s possible and prepare for the inevitable shifts in culture, work, and beyond. In thinking about potential possibilities for society and ourselves, we briefly discuss some speculative futures and introduce a game called Decode the Future that we’ll ultimately play in our next episode.</p><p>Follow The Aftergrad Podcast on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/theaftergradpodcast/">Instagram</a>. View the visual podcast on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn5tjJnFd5dmLltdsCF38HA">YouTube</a>. Subscribe to <a target="_blank" href="https://theaftergradpodcast.substack.com/">The Aftergrad Newsletter</a> via Substack.</p><p>Got a crazy confession about adulting? Looking for advice on navigating postgrad life? Let Robert and Victoria offer you their two cents. Submit your stories, questions, or dilemmas via our <a target="_blank" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkdyEsiUQoMS8LEZ0QfiJhsnjYFzYCkfnKrLrzfq_fPI210Q/viewform">Dear Aftergrad Submission Form</a> for a chance to have them featured in a future episode or newsletter. You can also DM us on Instagram, write us an email at <a target="_blank" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>, or comment on this post.</p><p>If you’re interested in playing <a target="_blank" href="https://futuretodayinstitute.com/tools/">Decode the Future</a> or want to learn more about the game, check out the links and resources offered by <a target="_blank" href="https://futuretodayinstitute.com/">Future Today Institute</a>.</p><p>Music produced by <a target="_blank" href="https://www.alysshz.com/">ALYSS</a>.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://theaftergradpodcast.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1">theaftergradpodcast.substack.com</a>