The Talent Show

In this episode of the Talent Show, our guest Alan Smith, head of Visual and Data Journalism, guides you through his career journey, from a degree in geography to making the jump into journalism - passing by a data visualisation team at the UK Statistics Office.

Alan promotes the importance of visualising and interpreting data, conveying a narrative beyond just numbers and presenting a micro-story that is essential for journalism today.

He advises you on the key skills necessary to become a data journalist, the importance of interdisciplinary mindsets and teams, and the questions you should be asking yourself before embarking on any data analysis journey.

Press play to find out the best data projects he worked on for the Financial Times, how he influenced the model of data visualisation & journalism today, and learn about the truth behind statistics.

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The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join us for an enlightening episode featuring Virginia Stagni, founder of FT Talent and Head of Business Development at the Financial Times. 

Virginia shares her journey of creating FT Talent and the important lessons she has learned along the way. She emphasises the crucial role of being an intrapreneur in any industry, meaning an “entrepreneur in house”, and highlights the importance of diverse talent in driving innovation.

Virginia also provides insights on how she stays motivated, prioritises learning in her daily life, and how to take your first steps as a leader.

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change?

The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Isabel Berwick is the editor of the FT’s “Working It” podcast. She started her career in journalism 23 years ago, and she has slowly transitioned into audio journalism, which she believes is a more intimate and compressed way of delivering information to her audience. 

In today’s podcast, Isabel walks us through her career journey and discusses interesting workplace related topics such as intergenerational barriers between co-workers, the importance of first impressions or how to effectively manage stress. Isabel encourages our listeners to be mindful of the choices they make during their career journeys to avoid burnout and build a long term, sustainable professional life.

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change?

The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Caitlin Clarke, Business Development Director at the FT educates listeners on the meaning of business development in the context of the journalism industry. She explains that business development is the thorough and creative process of bringing ideas to life with the objective of growing a business. 

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change?

The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Showcasing his experience as a Managing Director of the B2B division in the Financial Times along with years of varied experiences in different departments, Nick Fallon guides us through skills and tools needed to integrate businesses in the journalism industry.

He focuses on the importance of becoming a “T-shaped” person, having a deep understanding and knowledge in your area of expertise, while maintaining a broad/wide skillset.

He explains how to build a trustworthy team that can support  , and explains that this is the best way dealing with stressful times in the workplace.

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change?

The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Yasir Mirza, Head of Diversity & Inclusion at the Financial Times walks us through his career and experience embedding diversity and inclusion values across different organisations.

Having faced diversity and inclusion struggles during his childhood and early life, he stresses the importance of having a strong D&I department that makes people connect with the mission of an organisation and feel comfortable in the workplace. This is of special importance in the journalism industry, which brings together the opinions, ideas and stories from people with all kinds of backgrounds. 

He encourages young professionals who are looking for a career path in D&I to have courage and conviction in order to do work that caters for everyone and not just a selected few. 

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change?

The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join Virginia Stagni as she sits down with the Global Head of Talent Acquisition at the Financial Times, Cherry Ainsworth, to explore the world of talent acquisition and recruitment.

Gain a deeper understanding of the recruitment process, from CV writing to the final decision of a recruiter. Learn what makes a successful and appealing job application and how to showcase your skills and individuality. Additionally, discover the essential skills and qualities necessary for a career in talent acquisition and recruitment and the keys to effective leadership in the dynamic HR space. Enhance your knowledge and advance your career with this enlightening episode.

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change?

The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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James Fontanella is a journalist at the FT since 2005, currently based in New York. He leads the M&A Due Diligence newsletter - and knows everything about the most exciting upcoming deals on the market. 

With 17 years of experience under his belt, James walks us through the crazy stories that moulded his career, and reveals the most important lessons that have enabled him to create and maintain a long-lasting passion and drive for journalism. 

As a corporate finance and deals editor, he tell us how we can turn seemingly uninspiring information into exciting insights and stories readers can’t look away from.

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change?

The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, you will have the opportunity to join Virginia Stagni as she interviews Marc Filippino, the renowned host of the Financial Times' most listened to podcast, "FT News Briefing." Not only will you learn about the ins and outs of becoming an audio journalist and mastering podcasting, but you will also gain valuable insight into how to follow your passion and heart in shaping your career path. Furthermore, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the behind-the-scenes process of creating a morning news briefing from the perspective of the FT's audio team and newsroom. This is truly an episode not to be missed for anyone interested in the world of journalism and podcasting.

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change?

The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 34 years at the Financial Times, Michael Skapinker offers to the Talent Show an exclusive overview of his journey as a journalist. From being an FT reporter, senior editor and award-winning columnist, as well as an FT Weekend editor and management editor - Michael covers all aspects of journalism, and tells us all the behind-the-scenes in this exclusive interview.

Throughout his career, he has interviewed a unique array of experts and leaders from around the world: in this episode, we delve into Skapinker’s latest book, "Inside the Leaders' Club: how top companies deal with pressing business issues" to gain a behind-the-scenes look at leadership. 

Listen to this episode to discover an amazing career path and to be inspired by how to become a journalist - and a better leader.  

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change?

The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. Each episode we have important conversations for you and with you. We speak to experts in different fields, and bring you in to ask them your burning questions and delve deep into the topics that really matter to the younger generation today, find inspiring tips, analyse trends and bridge generational gaps. And we didn't just rely on our own curiosity - we invite our audience of bright students and early career professionals from all over the world to ask questions directly to our guests.

The FT Talent Challenge is a competition from the Financial Times that invites bright young talent from all over the world to pitch solutions aimed at solving our most pressing business challenges. This podcast gives you a taste of the creative, educational and entrepreneurial atmosphere at FT Talent Challenges. FT Talent is a commercial division of the Financial Times.

The FT Newsroom is not involved in its production. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.