The Development Podcast

Monthly interviews on global development, sustainability and research AI summary

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The Development Podcast brings together the latest data, research and cutting-edge solutions that can pave the way to a sustainable future. We’ll take you on a journey around the world of international development in the World Bank Group's flagship monthly podcast. More information: http://wrld.bg/f2SX50MJyZB

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  1. 2026-07-29 · 29 min · Season 1, episode 64

    How will artificial intelligence reshape the future of work—and will it create enough opportunities for the next generation?Over the next decade, 1.2 billion young people are expected to enter the workforce, but only…

  2. 2026-03-12 · 23 min · Season 1, episode 63

    What does knowledge mean in an age of AI, deepfakes, and disinformation? When information is everywhere, the real challenge is distinguishing insight from noise.In this episode of the Development Podcast, host Toni…

  3. 2026-02-06 · 23 min · Season 1, episode 62

    In development, big wins come from working together — building trust, sharing expertise, and bringing the right partners to the table.In this episode of The Development Podcast, we explore why partnerships matter — from…

  4. 2025-12-19 · 22 min · Season 1, episode 61

    This year countries grappled with a cascade of shocks and economic turbulence, from ongoing conflicts and economic uncertainty to catastrophic weather that tested communities. Yet in the face of these challenges,…

  5. 2025-11-06 · 25 min · Season 1, episode 60

    Job creation is the north star for the World Bank Group. But how can we go about it in a way that has a truly catalytic impact? Impact in the sense of generating large numbers of jobs in a sustained way. The answer is…

  6. 2025-10-02 · 28 min · Season 1, episode 59

    The world's population growth tells two stories: in many countries populations are aging, while in others, populations are getting younger. Projections show most countries will likely see shrinking populations within…

  7. 2025-09-04 · 22 min · Season 1, episode 58

    How can energy-efficient light bulbs, bricks, and buildings cut costs and improve energy security? In this episode of The Development Podcast, , we discover that energy efficiency doesn’t just save money—it also drives…

  8. 2025-07-03 · 25 min · Season 1, episode 57

    Risk is all around us, an inherent part of life. And in the world of development, there are also risks, including war, civil disturbance and expropriation. In this episode of The Development Podcast, we take a deep dive…

  9. 2025-06-05 · 26 min · Season 1, episode 56

    The digital world is developing at a phenomenal pace. From AI tools at our fingertips, to advancements in energy, consumer technology, and connectivity: change is here. Harnessing these changes can unlock prosperity,…

  10. 2025-05-08 · 27 min · Season 1, episode 55

    With 1.2 billion young people in emerging economies reaching working age over the next decade—and only about 420 million jobs expected to be generated—the urgency of finding scalable and sustainable solutions has never…

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Oldest episode in feed
04/2023 · over 3 years
Typical length
26 min
Format
Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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