Launching January 2027
The Monday Briefing.
One significant story. A closer look at the evidence. A conversation with the people who know it best.

From the Favourite Positions recording archive
Every Monday / Around 15 minutes
Less noise.
More understanding.
A story, a new piece of research or a debate worth paying attention to. Alex brings the context, asks the questions and explores what it means for working lives.
The first episodes and viewing links will be available at launch.
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From the headline to the takeaway.
- 01
The story
What has happened, been published or changed?
- 02
The context
Why it matters and what we already know.
- 03
The conversation
The journalist, researcher or practitioner closest to it.
- 04
The analysis
The evidence, the limitations and the competing perspectives.
- 05
The takeaway
What to understand and what to watch next.
Questions on our radar
The agenda is open.
Potential stories, shaped by the news, newly published evidence and the people available to contribute.
AI & work
What does the latest research actually say about AI and jobs?
Modern careers
What is happening to entry-level careers?
The future workplace
What is the research behind the four-day week debate?
Work, society & power
What do shifts in productivity mean for working lives?
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