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The Development Podcast

World Bank
World Bank
World Bank Group
Climate Change
Jobs
International Development Association
Poverty Alleviation
Agriculture
Renewable Energy
Nigeria
Kenya
Private Sector Investment
Ajay Banga
Energy Efficiency
Artificial Intelligence
Job Creation
Education
Agribusiness
Green Jobs
India
Christina Williams

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: wrld.bg/f2SX50MJyZB

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Latest Episodes

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 around 400 million jobs are cur... more

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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 Karasanyi explores how knowledge ... more

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 the teamwork and great duos ... more

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, nations proved far more resilient and... more

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Marina Mogilko
Entrepreneur and founder of Silicon Valley Girl media brand
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Episode: Will AI make or take the next billion jobs? | The Development Podcast
Sharat Raghavan
Director of LinkedIn's Economic Research Institute
LinkedIn
Episode: Will AI make or take the next billion jobs? | The Development Podcast
Mohamed Eissa
Chief Investment Officer at IFC, leading Global Venture Capital and Direct Technology Investments
IFC (World Bank Group)
Episode: Will AI make or take the next billion jobs? | The Development Podcast
Jamie Bartlett
UK tech journalist and author of How to Talk to AI and How Not To
Independent/Author
Episode: Knowledge in the Age of Disinformation and AI | The Development Podcast
Paschal Donohoe
Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer, World Bank Group
World Bank Group
Episode: Knowledge in the Age of Disinformation and AI | The Development Podcast
SL Price
Sports journalist and author, former senior writer at Sports Illustrated
Episode: Working together: Partnerships for Impact | The Development Podcast
Ajay Banga
World Bank Group President
World Bank Group
Episode: Working together: Partnerships for Impact | The Development Podcast
Roya Rahmani
World Bank Group's Director of Global Engagement
World Bank Group
Episode: Working together: Partnerships for Impact | The Development Podcast
Daniel K. Wims
President of Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University
Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University
Episode: Working together: Partnerships for Impact | The Development Podcast

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Tony Karasani
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Will AI make or take the next billion jobs? | The Development Podcast
Q: What does AI mean for the hybrid work model and the future of traditional roles?
The panel notes a shift toward flexibility with more people adopting multiple jobs or entrepreneurship, and a growing role for AI-enabled human–machine collaboration.
Will AI make or take the next billion jobs? | The Development Podcast
Q: If there is a 22-year-old listening, what is the one thing they should do right now for future-proofing their career?
Sharat emphasizes lifelong learning, mentorship, and actively solving real-world problems with AI to gain practical experience.
Will AI make or take the next billion jobs? | The Development Podcast
Q: What AI businesses will you back at this stage? Top three?
Mohamed identifies healthcare, financial services, and education as key vertical applications where AI investments could have substantial impact in emerging markets.
Will AI make or take the next billion jobs? | The Development Podcast
Q: Specifically to your business, do you see AI as a threat or an opportunity for content creators?
Marina argues it's both: AI can flood content but also empower creators who understand prompting and how to add value, with human insight remaining essential.
Working together: Partnerships for Impact | The Development Podcast
Q: Given all that you've just said, do you think there's truth in the African proverb?
It is true for both sports and in life that shared goals are more rewarding.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Development Podcast

What is The Development Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on international development with a focus on practical policy, partnerships, and implementation. Episodes frequently explore how institutions, governments, and the private sector collaborate to drive impact—from leveraging AI and digital tools for evidence-based policy to building cross-sector partnerships that improve health, education, energy access, and job creation. Guests tend to be researchers, policymakers, World Bank leaders, university partners, and industry experts who translate big ideas into scalable solutions. A few standout angles include responsible AI in development, the role of knowledge and data in governance, and concrete examples of public-private synergies, such as university partnerships and energy... more

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1. Marina Mogilko
2. Sharat Raghavan
3. Mohamed Eissa
4. Jamie Bartlett
5. Paschal Donohoe
6. SL Price
7. Ajay Banga
8. Roya Rahmani

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