Work has long been tied to social value and identity. We are told it builds character and is essential to a functional society. But in an age of hustle culture, economic insecurity and burnout, many are asking whether work is meaningful or just a means of survival.

This episode explores the meaning, value and future of work. Has its soul been lost to corporate profit and relentless productivity, or has social and economic innovation made it better? And as AI expands and evolves, will work need to be redefined altogether?

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Featuring: 

Hoda Alkhzaimi: Professor of engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi

Federico Campagna: Philosopher; lecturer, Royal College of Art

Yanis Varoufakis: Professor of economics, University of Athens

Robert C. Wolcott: Cofounder and chair, The World Innovation Network

Moderated by award-winning journalist and writer Mohamed Hassan

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