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The future of Britain. New episodes regularly. anglofuturism.substack.com

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Space is tight in the King Charles III Space Station’s dining room this week — ten million pounds a square metre, the collapse in housebuilding having consequences even in orbit — which is fitting, because coming through the airlock are two men who t... more

No guest at the airlock this week — no radar contact at all, in fact, because Tom is patching in from a French heatwave, leaving Calum alone in the captain’s seat. Domestic matters first: the long-foretold big score has finally materialised (34 runs,... more

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Jamie Rumbelow
Co-founder of Trakt (Tract) and software entrepreneur discussing the startup post-mortem and industry insights
Trakt (Tract)
Episode: A postmortem of Britain's housing crisis
Henry Dashwood
Co-founder of Trakt (Tract) and software engineer with focus on planning data
Trakt (Tract)
Episode: A postmortem of Britain's housing crisis
Will Blyth
Founder of Arondite, defense company
Arondite
Episode: King, country, and a sword called Arondite
James Wise
Chair of Sovereign AI
Sovereign AI
Episode: James Wise: This is how Britain wins the AI race
Dominic Cummings
Political strategist and former adviser to the UK Prime Minister
Self/UK political scene
Episode: 059. Dominic Cummings: Whitehall's war against the future
Mat Dryhurst
English conceptual artist and technologist featured as a guest
Independent artist/curator (various collaborations)
Episode: 057. Mat Dryhurst: Speculative aesthetics in the algorithmic age
Nicholas Boys Smith
Director of Create Streets; campaigner for architectural beauty
Create Streets
Episode: 056. Nicholas Boys Smith: How to build a city on the moon
Louis Elton
Guest, advocate for Cræft Prize and revival of crafts
Cræft Prize founder
Episode: 053. Louis Elton: Cræft, the English antidote to slop
Louise Perry
Author and commentator; interviewed on space and futurism
Episode: 052. Louise Perry: Artemis II and populating the solar system

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Tom Ough
Host of the Anglofuturism show
Calum Drysdale
Co-host of the Anglofuturism podcast
Tom Oake
Host of the show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 113 ratings
  • The mode rating is 5/5

    Few reviews, all five stars, except for one detractor. Probably a well meaning friend of Tom or Calum trying to exalt them to reach beyond LEO.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bamartelly
    United States6 months ago
  • Amazing podcast

    So pleased I got to know about this podcast via unheard. Got to say this podcast bangs on about all the stuff I have been going on about for years. Every episode is great and really gets at the heat of the issue of what’s wrong with the UK especially the lack of foresight into investment in solid traditional industries but also other sectors like tech and in the space race.

    The way it is presented is great not boring to listen to.

    Keep up this great work we need more people in the UK talking a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BobbyRanger
    Japana year ago
  • The naïve optimism of anyone who thinks Anglia has a future is heartwarmingly endearing and just the ray of light called for in these dark times

    Podcast Addict
    5
    theodric
    a year ago
  • The Neoliberal Tech Bros

    An interesting set of podcasts that cloaks its elitist, neoliberal outlook in a veneer of intellectual curiosity but in reality is pushing a very sinister agenda.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vic K L
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Bring back the old theme tune

    Bring it back

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Www.compton
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Guests are diverse and bring deep expertise in crafts, policy, and innovation.
The mix of culture, design, and tech makes episodes feel both thoughtful and activist in tone.
The show tackles big, optimistic ideas about Britain's future with a bold, forward-looking lens.
Some listeners perceive the framing as provocative or elitist, but many find the discussions insightful and engaging.

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James Wise: This is how Britain wins the AI race
Q: What are the main challenges to achieving end-to-end British capability in AI, and how are these being addressed?
The challenges include energy costs, housing, capital access, and the need to attract and retain talent. The approach is to diversify suppliers across the stack, bring in external venture capital expertise, and create a supportive environment for scaleups through policy changes, investment funds, and partnerships with private and international players.
James Wise: This is how Britain wins the AI race
Q: What is the core mission of Sovereign AI and how does it operate within the UK government?
Sovereign AI is framed as expanding British sovereignty across the AI stack—through resilience, economics, and legal alignment—by behaving like a venture fund: investing in companies, sitting on boards, and maintaining long-term ownership to ensure strategic control and upside for the taxpayer.
048. Katie Lam: Everything has to change for anything to stay the same
Q: Do you think the Conservative Party should lead reform, or can reform come from elsewhere?
Lam argues that reform should be carefully planned and detailed, with a commitment to ensuring government functions correctly; she believes the Conservative Party has a role in driving that argument, but reform needs to be systemic and well-structured rather than superficial.
048. Katie Lam: Everything has to change for anything to stay the same
Q: Can you describe the Britain you'd like to see in 50 to 100 years?
Lam envisions a Britain that remains vibrant and innovative, embracing change while preserving core values, with a strong space program, affordable energy (including nuclear), and a functioning state that supports enterprise rather than stifling it.
046. Will Orr-Ewing: Tutoring the next generation of elite talent
Q: Do you think specialized, elite curricula like an Odyssean or prep-school-inspired program could work in the UK?
Yes, but it should be balanced with broader civic aims, looking to successful models like Switzerland and Grande Ecole structures, focusing on producing thoughtful, capable citizens who can serve the nation rather than only chasing prestigious universities.

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Anglofuturism offers forward-looking discussions on Britain's future across politics, technology, architecture, education, and space, often through a provocative, culture-forward lens. Episodes frequently mix policy critique with practical design, innovation, and national identity, featuring guests from architecture, craft, governance, and tech communities. The show stands out for its bold “Anglofuturist” framing, blending heritage with modern tooling and aspirational ideas about Britain's role on the world stage. Listeners are likely drawn to conversations about space policy, deindustrialization, education reform, and high-concept design, with a distinct emphasis on localism, traditional craft, and ambitious national projects.

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