The Future of Social Media | Nick Clegg

Nick Clegg on Politics, Meta, and the Future of AI | Full Interview Earn a GBP200 Bonus on your supplier payments with our Sponsor, Worldfirst In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, Nick Clegg delves into his political career, from leading the Liberal Democrats and entering a coalition government to experiencing significant electoral defeats.  He reflects on his transition from politics to becoming the President of Global Affairs at Meta, providing insights into his role and the challenges of adapting to a tech company culture.  Clegg discusses the societal impacts of technology, the importance of making decisive policy choices, and the significance of AI in shaping the future.  He also offers personal advice on managing work-life balance, especially in demanding careers, and touches on his views about the UK's potential in AI innovation and its economic implications. 00:00 Political Defeats and Leadership 00:48 Nick Clegg's Role at Meta 03:44 Transition from Politics to Tech 07:14 Challenges and Cultural Shifts 11:15 Reflections on Political Career 23:40 Advice for Politicians Transitioning to Private Sector 27:18 Future of Jobs and Technology 30:44 The Impact of Technology on Jobs 32:04 The Role of Government in Lifelong Learning 33:03 Challenges and Opportunities for the UK Post-Brexit 33:46 Comparing UK and US Higher Education Systems 35:45 Embracing AI for Public Services 37:30 The UK's Productivity Puzzle 42:56 The Importance of Open Source AI 46:29 Quickfire Questions with Nick Clegg 54:00 Balancing Politics and Family Life ********** Follow us on socials! Instagram: instagram.com/jimmysjobs Tiktok: tiktok.com/@jimmysjobsofthefuture Twitter / X: twitter.com/JimmyM Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/jimmy-mcloughlin-obe/ Want to come on the show? hello@jobsofthefuture.co Sponsor the show or Partner with us: sunny@jobsofthefuture.co Credits: Host / Exec Producer: Jimmy McLoughlin OBE Producer: Sunny Winter And the rest of the amazing JJ Team! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices