Podcasts about ageing population

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan as part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. Here, Bobby speaks to Professor Hiroshi Fujikawa from Hitotsubashi University Business School about Japan's ageing population and the potential consequences for their economy.

In this episode, Oliver interviews Scott Scoullar, Chief Executive of Summerset, about New Zealand's looming aged care crisis with a projected shortfall of 7,000-8,000 beds by 2030 despite increasing elderly demographics. They discuss how retirement villages provide cost-effective care solutions, the regulatory hurdles of building new facilities, and the urgent need for better dialogue between the aged care sector and government policymakers.

Market research expert Dominic Carter took time to talk to us about the ageing population in Japan and the challenges and opportunities rising from the unique demography of the country. Dominic introduced us to his Living Best initiative and paints us a picture of the 'slow-moving emergency' and the increasing space for assistive technology and aging relating innovation. Having been immersed in the consumer landscape since the 1990's, Dominic has a wealth of experience observing the consumer trends in Japan. For more information head to episode homepage: https://www.exporttojapan.co.uk/opportunity-in-japans-ageing-population-with-dominic-carter/ The Export to Japan Podcast series is supported by The Foundation for International Trade and Industrial Co-operation (ITIC).

Calum, Geoff and Andy host a special podcast in association with Phoenix at Standard Life House in Edinburgh. Along with a gathered group of experts, we discuss Scotland's ageing population and how to pay for it. Adding policy solutions to the conversation are Kezia Dugdale, Associate Director at the Centre for Public Policy - and former leader of Scottish Labour - and SNP MSP Michelle Thomson. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/holyroodsources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Evolutionarily speaking, it makes sense to have a lot of children. At the very least, we might expect a population to replace itself, with each couple having an average of two children. However, this evolutionary logic is not mirrored by current data: birth rates are falling in the UK, with many people choosing to either have one child, or no children at all. We speak to evolutionary anthropologist Dr Paula Sheppard about the drivers, and consequences, of this observed trend.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu recently expressed concern about Andhra Pradesh's ageing population and urged the people of his State to have more children. Days later, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin attended a mass wedding event in Chennai. He said that the Census and delimitation process may encourage couples to give up thoughts of having a small family. Are pro-natalist policies the best way of addressing the ageing population problem? Here we discuss the issue. Guests: Gita Sen, Honorary Senior Advisor and Distinguished Professor, Public Health Foundation of India; Udaya Shankar Mishra, Honorary Professor, International Institute for Migration Development, Thiruvananthapuram Host: Jagriti Chandra Edited by Jude Francis Weston

Mohd Ekmal Mohd Zazi, CIMB Islamic's regional head of wholesale banking, explains to Vineeta Tan how the changing age structure of the Malaysian demographic is prompting Islamic banks to rethink their growth strategy.

Gareth Mitchell sits down with David Miles, Professor of Financial Economics at the Business School, about his research on ageing populations and declining birth rates - are they really that bad? Professor David Miles is a member of the Budget Responsibility Committee of the Office for Budget Responsibility. Between May 2009 and September 2015, he was a member of the Monetary Policy Committee at the Bank of England. His current research focuses on policy issues connected with financial stability, the housing market and the setting of monetary policy. 

As the world's ageing population is expected to grow over the coming decades, investors have turned their attention to vision care. As people get older, the need for corrective lenses and treatment goes up - meaning investors are looking to take advantage of increased demand. Milford Asset Management analyst Deborah Lambie reveals the companies that stand to benefit from this. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the world's ageing population is expected to grow over the coming decades, investors have turned their attention to vision care. As people get older, the need for corrective lenses and treatment goes up - meaning investors are looking to take advantage of increased demand. Milford Asset Management analyst Deborah Lambie reveals the companies that stand to benefit from this. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As birth-rates decline and the population gets older, investors are grappling with a new set of challenges. Recent data indicates the proportion of Kiwis over the age of 65 will be expected to double by 2050. Milford Asset Management's Deborah Lambie says this demographic shift is expected to have an impact on the healthcare system - and lead to a worker shortage. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As birth-rates decline and the population gets older, investors are grappling with a new set of challenges. Recent data indicates the proportion of Kiwis over the age of 65 will be expected to double by 2050. Milford Asset Management's Deborah Lambie says this demographic shift is expected to have an impact on the healthcare system - and lead to a worker shortage. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Officials are being told to take a clear look at the financial impact of our ageing population. Outgoing Treasury boss Dr Caralee McLiesh [Cara lee Mick Leesh] has made it clear there's a need for a Capital Gains Tax and superannuation changes, as her five-year term comes to an end. She says with an ageing population, an increasing share of government transfers are going to the wealthy. Independent tax advisor Geof Nightingale told Ryan Bridge more of the population will be taking the national super and needing more healthcare. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of dental care is a significant barrier for many people worldwide, leading them to delay or avoid necessary treatments, especially as one ages. Driven by a mission to ensure every Singaporean can smile confidently into their senior years, a passionate dental leader is transforming the industry with the 8020 Movement. This vision comes to life with the launch of the Advanced Implant Strategies (AIS) Centre of Excellence, in partnership with T32 Dental Group. This initiative is set to unify dental care across the nation, making high-quality treatment accessible to all, one smile at a time. We find out more in this conversation with Dr Wong Keng Mun, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Dontia Alliance. Presented by Audrey Siek This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 Jul 2024. We explore the economics of ageing, as a new report warns of rising strokes and heart disease with insurance broker Stephen Maclaren and Dr Howard Podolsky. Plus, Donald Trump has promised a national crypto reserve dubbed ‘Bitcoin Fort Knox'- we find out more with Marc Seal, CEO, Sortium who was at the event when it was announced. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Lachie asks: As a nation we are net super contributors. However, as frequently discussed, Australia is facing an issue regarding an ageing population. Could we become net withdrawers from super funds and therefore reducing the demand of the biggest investors in the ASX? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ex-Minister of Seniors Tracey Martin says we're not ready for a population that's getting older and older - so how early should you be thinking about the future? Meanwhile, new moves to prepare New Zealand for a mass arrivals event have passed into law, but will asylum seekers coming here be better off? And why your next favourite read may well be a romance novel. 

In this episode, Keron delves into a topic resonating across the Caribbean—migration. Whether temporary or permanent, the idea of migration is becoming a significant point of discussion for many in the region. Here are the key points covered: Increasing Migration Opportunities: Keron discusses the global trend of increasing migration opportunities, particularly post-pandemic. He highlights unique new visa options like South Korea's K Culture Training Visa, which opens up intriguing possibilities for cultural and professional growth abroad. Temporary Migration as a Necessity: Stressing the necessity of temporary migration, Keron believes that experiencing life in different cultural and economic environments can vastly expand one's perspective and approach to solving problems back home. Perspective and Worldview: The discussion emphasizes how a broader perspective can contribute to personal and societal development. Keron argues that being exposed to how different societies tackle problems can bring innovative solutions to the Caribbean. Local Development Stagnation: Keron shares his observations on the lack of significant progress in local infrastructures and business practices, pointing out that many Caribbean nations are not keeping pace with global advancements. Empowering the Youth and Future Leaders: Highlighting the critical role of the youth in shaping the future, Keron discusses the Small Island Developing States article that highlights the need for investment in education and job creation tailored to the needs of younger generations. It also stresses that giving them a voice in decision-making is crucial. Read the article here ---> Brain Drain, Ageing Population, Slow Growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone contemplating the merits of temporary migration and its potential to enhance professional growth and broaden perspectives. Whether you're considering a move or seeking to understand its impacts better, tune in for a comprehensive analysis. Check out the Digital Nomad Visa article here ---> Digital Nomad Visa Breakdown.    Check out the KeronRose.com website to stay up to date on building your digital presence and monetizing your platforms and check out the Digipreneur FM website to keep up with the podcast. 

It's all about insurance coverage today as we speak to a company that provides coverage for Singaporeans including the nation's protectors – the MINDEF.  Formed by the merger of Aviva Singapore and Singlife in a deal valued at S$3.2 billion in 2020, the current Singlife is one of the largest homegrown financial services companies in the lion city.  The company offers a variety of insurance products ranging from life insurance, medical insurance, car insurance, travel insurance, home insurance, to investment linked-plans. It is also seeing a number of key developments of late. For one thing, the company has become a fully owned subsidiary of Japan's Sumitomo Life in a transaction valuing Singlife at S$4.6 billion.  The insurer said the ownership change will not affect its day-to-day operations, but will enable Singlife to pursue its long-term growth ambitions, with the capital to drive regional expansion and to grow as an integrated financial services company. But what can we expect when it comes to Singlife's strategic direction for the future?  Speaking of strategic direction, Singlife had in May this year launched what it calls the Singlife Dementia Cover. Touted as the market's first insurance plan offering yearly payouts for persons with dementia, the policy also covers other mental health conditions such as bipolar and schizophrenia disorder.  But what were the complexities in valuing the insurance premiums and payouts for conditions relating to dementia, versus other health conditions such as cancer? And how does such a product pipeline position Singlife as a first mover in the silver economy?  On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway's finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Pearlyn Phau, Group CEO, Singlife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers touched a nerve when he suggested Australians should start having more kids, but does he actually have a point? Fertility rates are falling dramatically across the world and it's stoking all sorts of fears.  Guest: Dr Jennifer Sciubba - one of the foremost experts in the field of political demography & the author of 8 Billion and Counting: How Sex, Death, and Migration Shape Our WorldRecommendations:Geraldine: Reading - You can't even pay people to have more kids by Anna North, Vox.Hamish: Reading - China's high stakes struggle to avoid demographics disaster by The Economist. Get in touch:We'd love to hear from you! Email us at global.roaming@abc.net.au

With China set to have 400 million elderly people by 2035, authorities are trying to figure out how to take care of them. Family structures were transformed with the now defunct one-child policy. Even now, the birth rate continues to plummet. With the state pension fund drying up and less than one grandchild for four grandparents, who will take care of China's elders? FRANCE 24's Yena Lee and Katherina Tse report.

China has the largest elderly population in the world. Pension and health care systems are struggling to cope at a time when women are having fewer babies. Can the country afford to grow old as its economy slows?Katya speaks with the BBC's China correspondent Laura Bicker about how Beijing plans to tackle this ticking demographic time bomb.The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We're keen to hear from you, wherever you are in the world. We want your ideas, stories and experiences to help us understand and tell The Global Story. Email us at theglobalstory@bbc.com You can also message us or leave a voice note via WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480. #TheGlobalStory The Global Story is part of the BBC News Podcasts family. The team that makes The Global Story also makes several other podcasts, such as Americast and Ukrainecast, which cover US news and the war in Ukraine. If you enjoy The Global Story, then we think that you will enjoy some of our other podcasts too. To find them, simply search on your favourite podcast app.This episode was made by Alice Aylett Roberts and Richard Moran. The technical producers were Mike Regaard and Matt Hewitt. The assistant editor is Sergi Forcada Freixas and the senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

As this episode goes to air, a brand-new documentary on Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) is touring Australia and PGAP has been given the incredible opportunity to speak to USA based director of "Finding the Money (https://findingmoneyfilm.com/)", Maren Poitras. Maren has just embarked on a screening tour of South East Australia alongside Stephanie Kelton, who is a leading proponent of the MMT movement and author of ‘The Deficit Myth' (https://stephaniekelton.com/book/). (Australian Poster) During this revealing interview, Maren discusses the importance of MMT and the journey that making a feature length documentary on this important topic has taken her on. The conversation also explores why it is crucial that MMT goes hand in hand with post growth narratives and why it is important to combine the two in order to create an economic system that works within limits to growth. (Maren Poitras) ‘Finding The Money' was filmed and produced in the USA with a focus around Stephanie Kelton's advocacy in that country. However, Australia is the first country in the world to host screenings in advance of the documentary's official release in the USA later this year. This is testament to the growing popularity of MMT in Australia and its many homegrown advocates of economic reform. These include institutions such as Modern Money Lab (https://pgap.fireside.fm/mmtlab) and Economic Reform Australia (https://pgap.fireside.fm/era) as well as author Steve Williams (https://pgap.fireside.fm/stevewilliams) - all have been previous guests on PGAP. You can find the dates of the Australian screening tour below and if you are in the right place at the right time, we strongly encourage that you go and see it. Not only is it a brilliant documentary but you will also have the opportunity to meet and greet Stephanie Kelton and Maren Poitras. CLICK HERE (https://modernmoneylab.org.au/events/film-tour/) to book your tickets. Post-Growth Australia Podcast is made with the kind support of Sustainable Population Australia (https://population.org.au/). We refer to SPA's discussion paper in this interview: "Silver Tsunami or Silver Lining: Why We Should Not Fear an Ageing Population (https://population.org.au/discussion-papers/ageing/)". Any views, opinions or legacy of our guests do not necessarily reflect those of PGAP or SPA. Your PGAP co-hosts Michael Bayliss and Mark Allen are very pleased and humbled by the excellent response to the podcasts that we have made so far this year. We have had more listens than ever before, so a big thank you to our ever-growing community! We truly believe that "Finding the Money" and the conversations in this episode are very important and worth supporting, so we would be very grateful if you could share this episode within your networks. Also, please feel free to contact us (https://pgap.fireside.fm/contact) at any time with your feedback and thoughts. You can find out more about your hosts here (https://michaelbayliss.org/)and here (https://holisticactivism.net/). Special Guest: Maren Poitras.

La dolce vita is getting longer and longer, we discus what's behind Italy's ageing population and why economists are so worried about it.

In today's episode director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies Paul Johnson shares the true cost of running Britain. Paul explores taxes, pensions including auto-enrollment, the ageing population, and the future of the state pension. Paul is perhaps one the UK's known economists, a regular on BBC Radio 4, and writes a column for the Times Newspaper. He is also a published author with a Times bestseller Follow the Money, How Much Does Britain Cost. Key topics discussed: ·         Are we receiving good value for our taxes? ·         Will our taxes keep on rising? ·         Should we just tax the rich? ·         Is growth the answer, or raising taxes? ·         How much does the state pension cost? ·         Does auto-enrollment solve the problem of funding one's retirement? ·         Does the risk measurement process need an overhaul? Timestamps: 1:30 Paul Johnson's journey and career so far. 3:15 Holding the government to account. 4:00 How much the government spends? 6:15 Where does the government get its money from? 7:45 What are the big three expenses for the government finances? 11:05 Are we getting good value for money? 15:00 Will taxes keep on rising? 16:15 Can we tax the rich more? 19:10 Is growth a better option than raising taxes? 22:00 Should defined benefit pensions invest more in equities? 23:14 Overhauling defined benefit default funds. 25:30 Does the pension system need an overhaul? 26:40 Is the state pension sustainable? 28:00 Has auto-enrollment been a success? 32:00 Closing thoughts and wrap up. If you like this episode, please let us know by subscribing for future company reviews and insightful conversations about portfolio management and stock analysis. Links & Guest Resources: Buy Paul's book, Follow The Money Here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Follow-Money-much-does-Britain/dp/1408714019/ref=asc_df_1408714019/ Institute for Fiscal Studies website: https://ifs.org.uk/ Pauls blog page on the IFS website: https://ifs.org.uk/people/paul-johnson Fundamental Asset Management website: https://fundamentalasset.com/ Follow Fundamental Asset on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fundasset Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-boxall-835a4222/ Visit FYR For More Investor Related Podcasts: https://www.fundyourretirement.com/ Follow FYR on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FRetirement   Disclaimer: This presentation is for educational purposes only. All opinions and information are for demonstrational purposes and do not constitute investment advice. Trading and investing carries a high level of risk and are not right for everyone. If you need financial advice, consult with a regulated financial adviser in your country before making any decisions.

Sophie Andrews leads the Healthy Brain Ageing Research Program and describes some of the work of the Thompson Institute.

I delivered a keynote speech at the SDG Summit event organized by the Northern Corridor Implementation Agency under the NCER at Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia yesterday and did a podcast on it. The title is Barriers & Challenges in Mainstreaming Disability in Sustainable Development Goals Agenda 2030.I outlined 5 important points/strategies to overcome so that disabled persons and elderly (older) persons can have equal participation in life.1. Legislation;2. Planning;3.  Implementation;4. Consultation with Stakeholders and; 5. Ageing Population.©️Talk Architecture 2023, Author: Naziaty Mohd Yaacob.  Photo credit [Naziaty Mohd Yaacob] Universiti Teknologi Petronas's Auditorium (where the event was held).Support the showDo subscribe for premium content and special features which will help to support and sustain Talk Architecture podcast on a more in-depth explanation on design thesis and processes. These special commentaries and ‘how to' explanations are valuable insights and knowledge not found elsewhere!

No secret that Singapore is taking major steps to prepare for a super-aged society with senior-friendly home features, assisted living facilities and more. And as we prepare for our ageing society, one of the main concerns is the current condition and availability of our healthcare or living facilities spaces.  David Huang, Vice President, Studio Practice Leader, HKS Asia Pacific Design Consulting shares how HKS plans to change Singapore's healthcare facilities as we move forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2022年，中国60多年来第一次人口减少。2023年，中国经济增长减缓。人口问题成为国内外人们关注的焦点。 80年代，改革开放开始。中国庞大的人口吸引了各大外国公司前来建造工厂。“中国制造” 的产品流通于世界的各个角落。经济飞速增长，人们的口袋里有钱了。外国公司又努力在中国市场占据一席之地。 1979年，中国推行一孩政策，限制每个家庭最多只有一个孩子。之后的三十年，人口增长减缓。一个很大的问题出现了，就是人口老龄化。老年人的比重越来多大，给国家的经济带来压力，也给年轻人的生活带来影响。不少年轻人晚婚。有的拒绝结婚。中国的人口问题今后将面临更大的挑战。 In 2022, China's population decreased for the first time in more than 60 years. In 2023, China's economic growth slows down. Population problems have become the focus of attention at home and abroad. In the 1980s, reform and opening up began. China's huge population attracted major foreign companies to build factories. Products "Made in China" are distributed in every corner of the world. The economy is growing rapidly and people have money in their pockets. Foreign companies are again trying to gain a foothold in the Chinese market. In 1979, China implemented the one-child policy, limiting each family to a maximum of one child. Over the next three decades, population growth slowed. A big problem has emerged, that is, the aging of the population. The proportion of the elderly is increasing, putting pressure on the country's economy and affecting the lives of young people. Many young people marry late. Some refuse to get married. China's population problem will face greater challenges in the future. ◉ Read transcripts for free ◉ Become a Patron ◉ Our new merch store! ◉ Find us on YouTube ◉ We are on LinkedIn ◉ We are on Facebook ◉ Find a Chinese teacher on italki and receive $10 ◉ One-time Donate

The Report shows Australians are forecast to live longer and spend more years in good health in the next four decades - but there are still further challenges for government spending. - 报告显示，在未来四十年中，澳大利亚人的寿命将更长，身体健康的时间将更长，预计这将给政府支出带来进一步的挑战。

The Report shows Australians are forecast to live longer and spend more years in good health in the next four decades - but there are still further challenges for government spending.

The Business Council of Australia has unveiled a new plan for overcoming Australia's economic woes and setting us up for the future. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the treatment of chronic illness in an aging population with exercise with Dr Noel McCaffrey founder and CEO of ExWell Medical.

Explore the challenges and opportunities of Malaysia's ageing population, including managing longer lifespans amidst inflation concerns, reducing the burden of NCDs, transforming patient care, encouraging active senior participation, and addressing financial stability through proposed changes to EPF withdrawals.

Stephen J. Shaw is a data scientist & demographer. He is the writer and director of ‘Birthgap - Childless World', a documentary exploring the global decline in birth rates. Check out part one here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6s8QlIGanA SPONSORED BY: EasyDNS - domain name registrar provider and web host. Use special code: TRIGGERED for 50% off when you visit https://easydns.com/triggered/ Join our exclusive TRIGGERnometry community on Locals! https://triggernometry.locals.com/ OR Support TRIGGERnometry Here: Bitcoin: bc1qm6vvhduc6s3rvy8u76sllmrfpynfv94qw8p8d5 Music by: Music by: Xentric | info@xentricapc.com | https://www.xentricapc.com/ YouTube:  @xentricapc   Buy Merch Here: https://www.triggerpod.co.uk/shop/ Advertise on TRIGGERnometry: marketing@triggerpod.co.uk Join the Mailing List: https://www.triggerpod.co.uk/sign-up/ Find TRIGGERnometry on Social Media:  https://twitter.com/triggerpod https://www.facebook.com/triggerpod/ https://www.instagram.com/triggerpod/ About TRIGGERnometry:  Stand-up comedians Konstantin Kisin (@konstantinkisin) and Francis Foster (@francisjfoster) make sense of politics, economics, free speech, AI, drug policy and WW3 with the help of presidential advisors, renowned economists, award-winning journalists, controversial writers, leading scientists and notorious comedians. 00:00 Intro  01:41 Stephen Shaw's Background 02:35 "But I Thought World Population Was Growing" 04:16 False Information About Population Explosion 08:37 Negatives of Population Decline 10:59 Reasons for the Sudden Population Collapse 15:20 Economic Triggers for Childlessness 19:13 Sponsor Message: Locals  20:15 The Lie We're Being Sold About Fertility 24:06 Economic & Societal Difficulties with Raising Families 30:51 Cambridge University Protests  37:09 Dropping Fertility Levels in Men & Women  38:36 Cultural & Climate Issues Stopping People from Starting Families  41:31 Cultural Norms & Childlessness 46:25 Sponsor Message: easyDNS 47:29 Does the Pill Contribute to Population Decline? 49:24 Egg Freezing & Delaying Parenthood 51:44 Societal Consequences of an Ageing Population  57:54 Is There an Antidote for Population Collapse? 1:02:10 Antinatalism in Different Cultures 1:06:06 Advice to Young People on Becoming Parents 1:07:45 What's the One Thing We're Not Talking About?

Fertility rates are falling to worrying levels, and an older, smaller, global population is bad news for economic growth. Apple's new headset could revolutionise the virtual reality world, but only if it sells. And, despite being in decline for decades, the tide is turning for Britain's seaside towns. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, try a free 30-day digital subscription by going to www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fertility rates are falling to worrying levels, and an older, smaller, global population is bad news for economic growth. Apple's new headset could revolutionise the virtual reality world, but only if it sells. And, despite being in decline for decades, the tide is turning for Britain's seaside towns. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, try a free 30-day digital subscription by going to www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was recently reported that China has entered an era of negative population growth, after demographic statistics revealed a drop in numbers for the first time since 1961. And they are not alone, many other countries across the world are also experiencing dramatic falls in birth rates. This had led some researchers to suggest that many countries are facing a so-called demographic time bomb that will leave them with an ageing population and a shortfall of people of working age.We speak to Prof Jane Falkingham of the University of Southampton's Centre for Research on Ageing. She tells us more about the world's ageing population, how we have reached this point and what we can do to lessen its impact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the cost of living soaring and a global recession afoot, people and businesses are already facing the consequences of cascading global crises. Crises which amounts to a perfect storm of falling incomes, rising prices, public service cuts, rising inequalities, lack of investment and more. Research has also shown employer investment in areas such as training has fallen sharply since 2005 risking nations such as the UK ‘sleepwalking into skills stagnation'. While the war for talent has long been an issue (particularly in the tech sector) and the perils and pitfalls of short-term thinking long known - the unique challenges of today presents new existential risks for people and businesses within this changed global economy. Today's guest, Michael Houlihan, CEO of Generation is working to fix some of the existential problems we witness whilst creating new pathways between education & employment.Generation partners with companies to provide free, effective and intensive training programmes that transform education-to-employment systems, helping to prepare, place, and support people into meaningful, well-paid jobs that would otherwise be inaccessible. Generation has partnered with The BlackRock Foundation, McKinsey & Company, Microsoft, Verizon and more to successfully tackle global unemployment, placing thousands of people into jobs that have generated more than $140 million in salary income to date. Working in over 16 countries, Generation has also been collaborating with Government and businesses to pinpoint where there are skills gaps, helping to train and reskill people who might have lost their jobs, were unable to access higher education, or who want to explore an entirely new career path.During today's conversation we explore the importance of future conscious thinking and behaviours, why remote working and flexibility is key to economic growth, how older workers are assets, not liabilities coupled to a new pathway to a new generation and more.I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation with Michael and we hope you do too. Enjoy!

Ireland is aging faster than anywhere else in Europe. That's according to a new report from the Department of Health. Kieran was joined by Paul Cullen Irish Times Health Correspondent and Dr Barra Rowntree Economist at the ESRI

Singapore is a rapidly ageing society, with over 17% of our population being 65 years old and above as of June 2021. As a result, the retirement and re-employment ages for Singapore workers will be raised progressively to 65 and 70 respectively, which will result in an increase in older employees at workplaces over time. How prevalent is ageism in Singapore?  What more can be done to encourage employers to hire older workers? On the second episode of the third season, which is in conjunction with IPS' annual flagship conference, Singapore Perspectives 2023, host and Associate Director at the Institute of Policy Studies Liang Kaixin chats with Mr Heng Chee How, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Trade Union Congress (NTUC), as well as Associate Professor Helen Ko of the Master & PhD in Gerontology Programmes at the Singapore University of Social Sciences. They discuss tackling ageist stereotypes at the workplace, catering upskilling programmes to the needs of older workers, and the ways in which workplaces can transform themselves to become more age-friendly. Find out more about ageism at work: The Straits Times (25 August 2022): Ageism and health are major barriers to seniors staying longer in the workforce The Independent (25 March 2022): MOM Survey: Employees over 40 are most often discriminated in workplace The Straits Times (1 November 2021): Debate on retirement, re-employment age and CPF: Four issues MPs raised About our guests: Helen Ko Master and PhD in Gerontology Programmes Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) Associate Professor Helen Ko specialises in issues pertaining to the ageing workforce, geragogy and gerontological counselling. She is an active advocate for hiring seniors in the workforce. She has conducted many training programmes for seniors and employers, focusing on seniors employability and counselling of seniors. A/Prof Ko received her Doctor of Education from the University of Western Australia in 2015, where her research focused on training older adults. She was awarded the thesis prize for Best Piece of Research. She also holds a certificate in Counselling, Clinical Programme, from the Counselling & Care Centre, Singapore (1990). She has published several books including Counselling Older Adults: An Asian Perspective and Gerontological Counselling: An Introductory Handbook. She has served on various national committees, including the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Ageing Population. Heng Chee How Deputy Secretary-General at the National Trade Union Congress (NTUC) and Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Heng Chee How is a Deputy Secretary-General of the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC).  He joined the NTUC in 1995. Within the Labour Movement, he held numerous appointments, including being the Chief Executive Officer of the NTUC Club and the Executive Secretary of numerous key unions.  He has been a member of the NTUC Central Committee since 1997. He advocates on mature workers' issues on various platforms, including tripartite committees on older workers as well as in Parliament.  His work has been instrumental in the passing of legislation to better safeguard retirement re-employment rights of older workers and tripartite guidelines that foster their fair treatment in workplaces. In addition to his work at the NTUC, Mr Heng is a Member of Parliament since 2001 and Senior Minister of State for Defence since May 2018 On Diversity is a podcast inspired by the Institute of Policy Studies Managing Diversities research programme. In each episode, we chat with guests to explore what diversity means to them, the changes they are making, and the changes they hope to see in an increasingly fragmented society. 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Like several Asian countries, Thailand is experiencing a greying population. While interest in healthy ageing is high, the level of innovation for this category of products remain relatively low.

Recent statistics from the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry have revealed that in 2021 alone, 752 senior citizens were abandoned at hospitals by their family members. With Malaysia soon to become an ageing population by 2030, what should the Senior Citizens Act, currently being drafted, include to ensure both the protection of the elderly and the empowerment of their caregivers. Hawati Abdul Hamid, a Researcher at Khazanah Research Institute breaks down the issue for us.

Recent statistics from the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry have revealed that in 2021 alone, 752 senior citizens were abandoned at hospitals by their family members. With Malaysia soon to become an ageing population by 2030, what should the Senior Citizens Act, currently being drafted, include to ensure both the protection of the elderly and the empowerment of their caregivers. Hawati Abdul Hamid, a Researcher at Khazanah Research Institute breaks down the issue for us.

Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast.  The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at The Straits Times, speaks with Money FM 89.3's Timothy Go and Bharati Jagdish. As Singapore's population ages, the Ministry of Health aims to almost double the number of eldercare centres to 220 by 2025 and increase their scope of services. The team also discusses MOH's plans to double the number of nursing home beds to more than 31,000 in the next 10 years. Produced by: Zakir Hussain (zakirh@sph.com.sg) & Money FM 89.3 Edited by: Money FM 89.3's Nadiah Koh and ST's Paxton Pang Follow SG Extra Podcast episodes every Tuesday here on our ST Podcasts channel: Channel: https://str.sg/wukR  Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3h  SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Read Zakir Hussain's articles: https://str.sg/we4e --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa  The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia Embed: https://str.sg/wuZ2  Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB  --- Discover more ST podcast series: In Your Opinion Podcast: https://str.sg/w7Qt SG Extra Podcast: https://str.sg/wukR  Asian Insider Podcast: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaN #PopVultures Podcast: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk Podcast: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This! Podcast: https://str.sg/JWas The Big Story Podcast: https://str.sg/wuZe  Lunch With Sumiko Podcast: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #SGExtra See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Dalzell and Bill Johnson in conversation with members of Glasgow Pensioners for Independence on the topic of Scotland's ageing population.  Topics include ageing well, pensioner poverty and pensions, older people as a national resource to be valued and much more. Bill and Craig will be sharing ideas from their book All of Our Futures which is available from the Commonweal shop:  https://commonweal.scot/shop/publications/all-of-our-futures-scotlands-ageing-population-and-what-to-do-about-it-in-2021-2045/ The Mibbes Aye Show is a monthly broadcast and podcast by the Indylive Podcast Team and is aimed at providing useful, accessible information for people still making their minds up about independence.  If you, or anybody you  would find this episode of interest, please share it as widely as you can.   If there are any other topics which you would like us to focus on, or you have an event you would like to share you can contact us at indylivepodcasters@gmail.com 

Got a question for the trio? - https://zfrmz.com/uLtjhyBskV96PY6eJfaIhttps://propertyplanning.com.au/propertyplannerbuyerprofessor/In this week's episode Dave, Cate and Pete take you through:Market update1. Victorian's snubbed by the Federal Government BudgetLooking at the Federal Budget infrastructure spend, it appears that Victoria has been overlooked to some degree. The budget set aside $208.4 million in new money for Victorian infrastructure which amounts to 5.9% of the Federal Government spending on infrastructure projects, while the percentage of the Australian population living in Victoria is 25.8%. Interestingly, money has been earmarked for the East-West link project that was booted by the Andrews government.2. A closer look at capital cities that have pulled back on capital growthMelbourne and Sydney experienced slightly negative capital growth in the month of March. This is expected to continue into April, with two long weekends and a disproportionate increase in listings. Segmenting the market further, it's evident that the higher end properties in the inner ring and inner east of both cities has taken the hardest hit of late. This is consistent with previous market trends, where the top quartile is often the first to move in a changing market.3. Foreign investment in residential property drops from $10 billion to $6 billionCritical information left out of this headline is that foreign investment in commercial property has doubled from $39 billion to $82 billion, which in part explains why yields for commercial property have lowered. The Australian property market has been seen by foreign investors as a safe haven and yields may very well drop further if commercial property continues to attract interest from overseas buyers. In light of looming interest rate hikes, diminishing yields could be a major concern. The trio discuss the factors and measures which could dampen foreign investment.Migration1. How has COVID affected population growth?For the last 20 years the Australian population has grown consistently at 1-2.2% year on year. However since the beginning of COVID, this figure has plummeted close to 0% due to international border closures. There is more to the data than migrants and new arrivals, however. Overall population figures also include returning expats, births and deaths. The trio discuss how this has impacted employment, universities and capital city markets.2. Melbourne and Sydney the biggest losers in flight to the regionsThere are no surprises that the nations' largest capitals of Sydney and Melbourne were hit the hardest in the great tree and sea change. There are many and varying reasons aside from COVID lockdowns and working from home to explain why this would be the case. A major factor is runaway house prices, which naturally causes migration and investment when housing affordability bites and regional opportunity presents itself as a more cost effective way of life for some households.3. The outlook for MelbourneMelbourne sustained the biggest population losses in 2021, where a total of 32,000 people left for the regions and interstate, while Sydney lost almost 20,000. Prior to this, Melbourne was on the road to overtaking Sydney to be the most populated city in Australia. Dave shares insights from the Centre of Population on the trajectory for Melbourne's population recovery.4. Job vacancies jump in regional AustraliaCate shares the top 5 regions with the biggest increases in job vacancies over the 12 months from February 2022. Job vacancies are putting pressure on businesses in locations and regions that have seen an influx of new arrivals. Interestingly, occupations with the highest demand are professional roles, technicians and trade roles and also clerical and administrative. The trio discuss how this is likely to play out once hybrid work from home models flourish and international migration resumes to pre-COVID levels.5. Our ageing population and high-risk regionsCate shares the regions that have a large population of their work force represented by those aged between 55 and 64. The impending problem for these regions is a decrease in workers as this segment moves into retirement or scaled-back hours. The trio discuss why retiring in a regional location is so attractive, and why state and local governments will have a challenge on their hands to try to encourage mature-aged workers to remain in the workforce for longer.6. Each region is an individual marketFor the last two years, growth in Australia's regions have been the headline story, outstripping capital growth in the nation's capital cities. But is the move to the regions sustainable? As the case of the Gold Coast shows us, regions have a tendency to experience a flatter period of growth after a prolonged period of migration. However, it's evident that some locations will continue to thrive and grow. For any listeners pondering whether to invest in a regional area, it's critical to do your research and home work before taking the plunge.Visit the show notes - https://propertyplanning.com.au/migration-trends-outlook-for-population-growth-will-melbourne-recover-from-population-losses-interstate-and-intrastate-trends-which-regions-face-ageing-population-risks-and-high-job-vacancies-th/

Did you know that climate mitigation models show that the only scenarios that avoid dangerous climate change are those which assume global population peaks in the next decade and then declines? Why is no-one talking about this? Luckily for us and the future of the planet, PGAP's two guests for this episode, Professor Ian Lowe and Doctor Jane O'Sullivan, have written a new discussion paper ‘Population and Climate Change.' Co-written with Doctor Peter Cook and commissioned by Sustainable Population Australia, this new report uses clear concise language with thorough scientific research to make a very strong case for the role that population plays in this warming world. PGAP speaks with Jane and Ian to unwrap the key points behind the discussion paper and to find out more about the stories behind these two inspiring people. The discussion paper ‘Population and Climate Change' can be downloaded from the Sustainable Population Australia website here (https://population.org.au/discussion-papers/climate/). You can find out more about SPA and their recent campaigns here (https://population.org.au/lets-rethink-big-australia/) and here (https://population.org.au/how-you-can-make-a-difference/). Ian was recently interviewed on ABC's Radio National Science Show on the ‘Population and Climate Change' discussion paper here (https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/scienceshow/human-population-the-driver-of-greenhouse-emissions-and-all-env/13771554). As a patron for Sustainable Population Australia, Ian was also interviewed for SPA's ‘Meet the Patrons' series of short videos here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3JW6-7O5EU&list=PLqZhQi8eQurRR5xL6xP9qGgyStq4xkVNt&index=4). Ian's interview can be heard between 00:07:10 and 00:29:52 Jane has just had a very topical article published in The Overpopulation Project: “Ukraine war: temporary glitch or tipping point?” (https://overpopulation-project.com/ukraine-war-temporary-glitch-or-tipping-point/) Last year, she was guest on the award winning US based podcast “This Sustainable Life” (https://podcasts.apple.com/br/podcast/483-jane-osullivan-debunking-the-aging-problem-scam/id1320141457?i=1000527935727&l=en) to discuss SPA's previous commissioned report “Silver Tsunami Or Silver Lining (https://population.org.au/discussion-papers/ageing/): Why We Should Not Fear an Ageing Population” - which Jane authored. Jane's interview can be heard between 00:33:08 and 01: 01: 50 I note that the New Economy Network Australia (NENA) were very kind in sharing the ‘Population and Climate Change' discussion paper. Their director, Dr. Michelle Maloney was one of the first guests on PGAP and both Jane and I have presented at NENA run conferences. NENA is collaborating with Griffith University's Yunus Centre to deliver a short course: " Building the Wellbeing Economy: Foundations for Learning and Practice." The course brings together 21 thought-leaders over 8 weeks to discuss how we might reshape the economy in which both people and the planet thrive. This is critical for any Post-Growth person to consider. To register go here (https://www.neweconomy.org.au/courses/building-a-wellbeing-economy-2022/), or follow the poster below! Loved the episode? Hated it? Love the episode but hate PGAP? Firecely undecided? We'd love to hear your (constructive) thoughts and feedback by contacting us here (https://pgap.fireside.fm/contact). Word of mouth is our main tool to crack the mainstream, so please consider sharing this episode, subscribe to PGAP (https://pgap.fireside.fm/subscribe) or rate and reviewing this episode on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/post-growth-australia-podcast/id1522194099). Want to find out more about the host? Check out my website here (https://michaelbayliss.org/). Special Guests: Dr. Jane O'Sullivcan and Prof. Ian Lowe.