Hosted by Veteran BBC broadcaster and journalist, Wendy Austin, The Business of Possibility podcast series takes a deep dive into the world of business in Northern Ireland. Wendy explores key themes and the latest research in business today with a host of dynamic business leaders, industry experts and leading academics.
Through thought leadership, stories and conversations, this podcast offers valuable insights and guidance on topics such as leadership, future of work, skills, resilience, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Episodes are available via all popular podcasts’ apps and the Ulster University Business School YouTube channel.
You can subscribe to the series on buzzspout.com, or wherever you get your podcasts from.
Series Four
Episode 4 - Staying Relevant in a Changing Workplace
Wendy Austin chats to Professor Gillian Armstrong, Pro Vice Chancellor & Executive Dean, UUBS, Suzanne Wylie, CEO, NI Chamber of Commerce and Gavin Nelson, Chief Operating Officer, Third Sector Connect about NI’s changing skills landscape and opportunities to help you stay ahead in the modern workplace.
Episode 3 - Wellbeing at Work: Building Healthier Workplaces
Wendy Austin sits down with Professor Catherine Ross, Chief Scientific Officer, Scottish Government and Non-Executive Director Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Greg McCann, Executive Director of FinTrU North West and Dr Shirley Barrett, Acting Head of Department of Global Business and Enterprise, Ulster University Business School to examine the latest trends influencing health and wellbeing in business, and how companies can create healthier, more supportive work environments. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the Ulster University Derry ~ Londonderry campus.
Episode 2 - AI in Business: Balancing Mind and Machine
Artificial Intelligence is quickly becoming a common thread in our daily life, revolutionising how we work, live, and interact. Wendy Austin sits down with leading academics and industry experts to explore how AI is transforming industries, and the challenges and opportunities that it presents to business.
Episode 1 - Entrepreneurship: A local and global perspective
Stimulating entrepreneurship remains an important challenge for Northern Ireland. In this episode, the first in a brand new series, Wendy Austin is joined by a diverse panel of experts; Marie Doyle, Partner, Deloitte, Mat Hunter, Co-CEO, Plus X and Tim Mescon, Visiting Professor, Ulster University Business School, for an insightful discussion on the topic.
The podcast was recorded in-front of a small live audience at the new Academy Restaurant at Ulster University Belfast Campus.
