What University Really Looks Like for Gen Z Students in 2026
In this episode, Alastair talks to James Stallabrass, a student who is just entering his second year reading Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Durham University. During the…
Podcast episodes about Generation Z
Conversations with and about Generation Z: what they want at work, how they communicate, and what it is like to start a career, a business or a campaign in your teens and twenties.
Read the guides: Generational communication: how each generation likes to talk, Generation Z explained: UK data on how Gen Z communicate.
Podcast episodes about Generation Z
HR in 2026: Culture, Communication and the Generation Gap
Alastair welcomes Farzana Parkar, an HR consultant at face2face HR and who describes herself as an Xennial with 15 years’ experience in HR.
The Art of Speaking Up: A Gen Z’s Journey From Shy to Stage
Alastair sits down with Danny Wang, a 23-year-old Gen Z IT sales professional who transformed himself from a shy, introverted teenager into a national-level public speaking champion in…
School Superhead on Why Today’s Students Question More
Former school “superhead” Nick Bowen reflects on 20 years leading large secondary schools and turning around failing institutions.
Gen Z, Digital Wellbeing and Entering the Workplace
21-year-old mental health and digital wellbeing campaigner Paddy Crump shares what it’s really like entering the workplace as Gen Z.
Gen X Raising Gen Z: Anxiety, Schools and Smartphones
In this episode Emma Clark joins Alastair live from Australia to explore rising anxiety in schools, generational differences in parenting, and the reality behind Australia’s under-16…
Anxiety, Humour, and Raising Kids in a Smartphone World
Joe Rowntree; comedian, presenter, and founder of Anxiety Uncovered joins Alastair to explore anxiety, parenting, and growing up in a permanently connected world.
Gen Z, Graduates, and Getting Ready for the Real World
Alastair speaks with higher education professional Charlotte Marshall about what student life and employability really look like right now. From supporting “hard to reach” students to…
Gen Z at Work, Retention, Engagement, and the Real Cost of Ignoring It
Patrick Quinton-Smith joins Alastair to dismantle myths about Gen Z at work and focus on what actually improves retention, performance, and engagement.
Why Mental Health Sounds Different To Every Generation: Tyler Thompson
In this podcast Tyler Thompson, (award-winning speaker and youth communication coach), shares how his split upbringing of local roots and private-school opportunities, led him into…
Gen Z, Grades & Giving Back: Ruby Woodward
At just 17, Ruby juggles A-Levels, fashion-design ambitions and a record-breaking hospice-fundraiser. She credits her school’s “competitive compassion” culture for normalising charity…
Freddie Miller: A Gen Z Take on Rural Revival
Freddie Miller shares his journey from urban London to a rural career in river management. He breaks common Gen Z stereotypes with his passion, work ethic and ability to connect across…
Dr Stacy Moore: The Psychology of Generations: Resilience, Risk & Reward
Alastair sits down with consultant-psychologist Dr Stacy Moore to explore how our “formative years” lay the tracks for the rest of our lives. From high parental expectations in…
Henry Farr: What Gen Z Wants at Work and Why It Matters
Alastair sits down with Henry Farr , a young entrepreneur navigating the generational expectations that come with running his own business. In this episode, Henry offers a grounded…
From Police Officer to Role Model: Keith Fraser on Authority, Identity, and Youth
Alastair is joined by Keith Fraser, former police officer and Chair of the Youth Justice Board for England and Wales, for a deep and necessary conversation about race, justice…
Kenan Noori: The 15-Year-Old Rewriting the Rules of Politics
In one of the most striking conversations of the series, Alastair Greener sits down with Keenan Noori, the articulate and passionate 15-year-old founder of the Nexus Party, who’s on a…
Lise Kaye-Bell: Talking to Gen Z: Theatre, Trust and Tough Conversations
Alastair is joined by award-winning social entrepreneur Lise Kaye-Bell, founder of Soundproof Box, an immersive theatre company using live performance to explore tough topics with…
Kim Seeling Smith: Why Gen Z Could Save the Future of Work
In this energising episode, Kim Seeling Smith, future-of-work strategist and founder of Ignite Global, joins Alastair to unpack what younger generations want from their careers, and…
Tom Penketh: Local Change, Big Vision: The Future Politician at 19
At just 19 years old, Tom Penketh is making his voice heard in local politics. In this episode, Alastair speaks with Tom about his experience on a Youth Council, his views on…
Arthur Dallimer Breaking the Mould: Property, Purpose & Generational Perspective
Arthur Dallimer is a high-achieving property developer who began his journey at just 18. In this episode he chats with Alastair about his unconventional path, how having an older…
Mark Saxby: Social Media and Its Intergenerational Impact
Join Alastair Greener as he dives into the complexities of social media with Mark Saxby , founder of Positive Social. They discuss social media’s influence on younger generations…
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