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Our World, Connected

British Council
Climate Change
British Council
Cultural Heritage
Culture
Artificial Intelligence
Sustainable Development Goals
Disability Inclusion
Education
Youth Empowerment
Storytelling
English Language
Soft Power
Social Justice
Youth Skills Development
Language For Resilience
Education Accessibility
Peacebuilding
Independent Media
Arts and Culture
Education In Africa

Our World, Connected is a brand-new podcast from the British Council, placing you at the heart of the biggest global conversations about culture, connection, and empowerment. Join host Christine Wilson, Director of British Council Research and Insight, and a diverse lineup of world-renowned experts and thinkers as they examine the most pressing issues of our time - and uncover the human stories be... more

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What skills will young people need to thrive in a greener, more inclusive digital future?

In this episode of Our World, Connected, host Christine Wilson speaks with William Mutero, Director of the Center for Inclusive Digital Transformation of Afric... more

What does it really mean to reset a relationship between nations?

In this episode of Our World, Connected, host Christine Wilson is joined by Professor Jane Ohlmeyer, Erasmus Smith’s Professor of Modern History at Trinity College Dublin, to discuss ... more

What does it really mean for a city to be a “city of culture”? And what role can culture play in shaping more peaceful and connected societies?

In this episode of Our World, Connected, host Christine Wilson speaks with Shanaz Gulzar, Creative Direct... more

What can cultural relations organisations be doing now, and in the future, to support people in the midst of the conflict in the Middle East?

In this special mini-episode of Our World, Connected, host Christine Wilson speaks with Zahid Mahmood, the ... more

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Bukky Adebowale
Policy education officer for the Irish Network Against Racism
Irish Network Against Racism
Episode: Resetting relationships: UK-Ireland connections, culture and the stories that bind us
Jane Ohlmeyer
Erasmus Smith's Professor of Modern History at Trinity College Dublin; former Chair of the Irish Research Council
Trinity College Dublin
Episode: Resetting relationships: UK-Ireland connections, culture and the stories that bind us
Caitlin Askin
Administrator and Museum Guide at the Museum of Free Derry
Museum of Free Derry
Episode: Culture, connections and peace: stories from Bradford, UK City of Culture 2025
Marko Pešikan
Filmmaker from Sarajevo involved in Here We Stand project
Sarajevo-based filmmaker
Episode: Culture, connections and peace: stories from Bradford, UK City of Culture 2025
Shanaz Gulzar
Creative Director of Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture
Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture
Episode: Culture, connections and peace: stories from Bradford, UK City of Culture 2025
Zahid Mahmood
Director of the British Council and UK Cultural Attaché in Libya
British Council
Episode: Cultural relations in conflict: listening and learning
Sir Laurie Bristow
Former British diplomat with extensive experience in UK foreign and national security policy.
President of Hughes Hall at the University of Cambridge
Episode: The long game: diplomacy in an age of anger
Noor Al-Naser
Scottish Peace Programme Manager at Beyond Borders Scotland, with a background in UN diplomacy and peace-building.
Beyond Borders Scotland
Episode: The long game: diplomacy in an age of anger
Saja Mohammed Alkadhimi
A 19-year-old student and member of the UN Youth Advisory Council in Iraq
Iraqi Alliance for Disability, UN Youth Advisory Council
Episode: Radical inclusion: driving social change with and for young disabled people

Host

Christine Wilson
Host of Our World, Connected; Director of the British Council Research and Insight team

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Insightful and engaging

    It’s been great to listen, learn and deepen how culture plays a central role in our everyday lives from the mundane to the big political events. It brings in theory, practical experience and expert commentary and reflection.

    A useful listen for anyone interested in arts, culture, politics, international relations, cultural diplomacy and soft power.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ReeceEW
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Culture and Development

    Loved the discussion around the role culture and play in helping with sustainable development and offering something different around the SDGs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Newton Howard
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Many find the focus on sustainable development and peacebuilding through culture refreshing and insightful.
Guests are diverse and provide credible, high-level expertise across policy, education, and arts.
Listeners appreciate the blend of theory and practical experience, with culture shaping politics and diplomacy cited as a key strength.

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Resetting relationships: UK-Ireland connections, culture and the stories that bind us
Q: Yeah, and it's a really good question, because some people in Ireland would be looking towards Europe. However, I think that's very short-sighted. We need to be looking to Europe, to the UK and to the US. And when it comes to the UK, it is thinking about those 6 million people of Irish provenance who are there.
Jane argues for a balanced approach that includes Europe, the UK, and the US, highlighting the long-standing diaspora connectivity and the value of diverse ties beyond a single geographic focus.
Resetting relationships: UK-Ireland connections, culture and the stories that bind us
Q: So my question to Jane is, why do you think that connections to places such as the UK are significant to children of diaspora such as myself?
Jane emphasizes that connections to the UK matter because they provide lived experiences, educational opportunities, and a framework for understanding complex histories; these links help individuals form identities while contributing to broader, nuanced cross-cultural understanding.
Culture, connections and peace: stories from Bradford, UK City of Culture 2025
Q: What is the long-term vision for Bradford post-2025?
To sustain momentum through ongoing partnerships, protect opportunities for youth, and ensure that the peace-building legacy continues over the next five to ten years by embedding these connections into local and international networks.
Culture, connections and peace: stories from Bradford, UK City of Culture 2025
Q: What stood out about the Here We Stand collaboration with Sarajevo and Derry?
The deep sense of shared humanity and the ability of young people to express identity openly, which fostered cross-cultural friendships and a broader commitment to peace beyond the project itself.
Culture, connections and peace: stories from Bradford, UK City of Culture 2025
Q: How does arts and culture help build peace in a diverse city like Bradford?
By making peace human-centered—through stories, shared experiences, and everyday cultural activities that connect people from different backgrounds, artists, communities, and international partners to co-create understanding and resilience.

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What is Our World, Connected about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Our World, Connected explores how culture, education, language, and arts shape diplomacy, peacebuilding, and global collaboration. Across episodes, the conversations center on cross-border partnerships, diaspora identities, and the human stories behind policy, with guests ranging from diplomats and academics to artists and youth advocates. The show emphasizes soft power, cultural diplomacy, and the role of community-led initiatives in addressing climate, conflict, and development, often highlighting behind-the-scenes programs, museums, and universities as catalysts for lasting impact. Notable is the blend of personal narrative with policy insight, providing practical takeaways for anyone interested in how culture can foster connection in a ... more

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1. Bukky Adebowale
2. Jane Ohlmeyer
3. Caitlin Askin
4. Marko Pešikan
5. Shanaz Gulzar
6. Zahid Mahmood
7. Sir Laurie Bristow
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