Our World, Connected
Episodes
Resetting relationships: UK-Ireland connections, culture and the stories that bind us
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Culture, connections and peace: stories from Bradford, UK City of Culture 2025
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Cultural relations in conflict: listening and learning
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...
The long game: diplomacy in an age of anger
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does diplomacy look like in an era defined by conflict, mistrust and geopolitical rivalry? In this episode of Our World, Connected, host Christi...
Multilateralism at a crossroads: does international cooperation still work?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Does multilateralism still matter - and what would change if global cooperation were built for today’s world, not yesterday’s?Marking the 80th ann...
Radical inclusion: driving social change with and for young disabled people
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does radical inclusion really look like – and what would change if dignity, access and belonging were built into our systems from the start?Mar...
Global tertiary education: how to survive and thrive in a volatile world?
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can higher education remain resilient in an age of uncertainty?Universities everywhere are under pressure, from political interference and funding...
Bridging worlds: dialogue, diplomacy and the soft power of culture
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can culture and creativity be powerful tools for connection, diplomacy, and intercultural dialogue?In this episode of Our World, Connected, we exp...
Culture as climate action: creativity, community and change
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does cultural heritage have to do with climate change, and how can creativity help communities respond to a crisis that threatens both land and l...
Season 3 - Trailer
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back! Join us over the coming 12 episodes, where we’ll be continuing our global conversations about culture, education and language, asking ...
Teaching hope: conflict, courage and community
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What role can education play in times of war, displacement, and uncertainty? And how can schools and universities provide not just learning, but hope,...
Living stories: art, space and memory
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to tell stories through the spaces we live in? And how can architecture be a source of memory and repair?In this bonus episode of Ou...
Rewired: How technology is changing us all
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How is technology shaping the way we live, learn, and connect? And what does that mean for young people growing up in a digital-first world?In this bo...
Connecting through dialogue: deep listening in divided times
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do we really listen — to each other, and to the world around us?In this final episode of season two, host Christine Wilson explores the practice...
Changing words, changing worlds: English in an age of transformation
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does the future hold for the English language? And how is technology transforming the way we speak, write and connect across borders?In this epis...
Power in knowledge: How girls’ education helps communities thrive
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When girls are educated, communities thrive – but how do we make that a global reality in the digital age?In this episode of Our World, Connected, h...
Exhibitions in motion: what happens when art travels
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can art be a tool for repair? And what happens when exhibitions themselves move across borders?In this episode of Our World, Connected, host Christine...
Classrooms in crisis: the role of education technology in conflict
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What are the benefits — and the ethical challenges — of relying on EdTech in crisis environments? Can technology offer true educational equality w...
Tech, trust, and teens: who’s looking out for young people online?
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do we protect young people in a digital-first world? And who’s responsible for protecting kids online?From social media to AI, technology is evo...
Beyond borders: how research and innovation connect the world
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do international education and research shape global relationships? And why do countries invest in knowledge diplomacy?From pioneering scientific ...
Lights, camera, connection: how film shapes our world
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does film shape global narratives and foster understanding? And how can filmmakers navigate the challenges of representation?Whether it’s an ico...
Future generations: acting today for a better tomorrow
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we examine what it means to think long-term and act as ‘good ancestors’ for future generations. How do the choices we make today shape ...
Shaping perceptions: the global impact of soft power
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Our World, Connected, we explore the concept of soft power—what it is, how it differs from hard power, and why it’s crucial in ...
National identity and culture: played out on a stage
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of what it is...
Voices of change: communication in times of conflict
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the new series of Our World, Connected. We’re starting our second season by looking at the idea of ‘connection’. And we hope that the...
Season 2 - Trailer
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2 of Our World, Connected is here! Over 12 episodes, we’ll be building on the discussions we had in season 1, with a new collection of conver...
Bonus episode: on empowerment
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is needed to enable individuals and communities to have control over their lives and futures? In this mini episode of Our World, Connected, Chris...
Bonus episode: on connection
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What role does language play in uniting us across borders and cultures? In this mini episode of Our World, Connected, Christine Wilson, Director of Re...
Bonus episode: on culture
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does culture mean to you? Is it the art we create, the traditions we carry, or the values we hold dear? In this mini episode of Our World, Connec...
The British Council in an evolving world: reflections on 90 years of building connections
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For 90 years, the British Council has been creating connections between the UK and the rest of the world. Although much has changed over the decades, ...
Transnational education: A policymaking perspective
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Christine examines the rapid growth of transnational education (TNE), where students can access international learning without leavin...
Are young people disengaged? The real story behind youth participation.
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Almost half of the world’s population will be voting in elections in 2024. Young people, however, are less likely to join this large group of voters...
What role does English play in our multilingual world?
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Around the world, 2.3 billion people speak English, and for most of them it is an extra, rather than their first, language. In many countries, Englis...
Culture and Education: Seeds of Hope in Times of Conflict
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When violent conflict erupts, you might think that staging a Shakespearean play would not be a priority. You might think that developing your business...
Youth skills in a rapidly changing world
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Dr John Mugo and Beria Wawira – two colleagues on a mission to empower millions of young people and parents through the Zizi Afrique Foundation...
The power of language in difficult times
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how language learning can enhance well-being, unite communities, and support people displaced by conflict. Marie Delaney, educational psychot...
Climate Change and Cultural Heritage: Protecting our Past and Future
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cultural heritage is our link to the past - the stories, traditions, and places we have inherited from previous generations that shape who we are toda...
What does AI mean for equality and inclusion?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
‘AI’: two letters that conjure a whirlwind of questions, speculation, and, for many, concern. But what exactly is artificial intelligence, or ‘A...
United by music: Lessons from Eurovision 2023
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re reflecting on the extraordinary moment of collaboration between Liverpool and Ukraine when they hosted Eurovision...
How to ensure gender equality for the next generation?
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Though progress has been made, there is still a long road ahead to gender equality. Join us as we explore existing and emerging barriers and opportuni...
Is culture the missing key to global progress?
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Culture is fundamental to who we are as human beings. Yet it is missing from global efforts to resolve the most pressing human issues of our time...
Our World, Connected - Trailer
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our World, Connected is a brand-new podcast from the British Council, placing you at the heart of the biggest global conversations about culture, conn...