Leading into Tomorrow – Details, episodes & analysis

From errors in facial recognition to large-scale disinformation campaigns, the impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) “going bad” can be huge. But so can the positive effects of these transformative technologies. Ethical governance, with human oversight, can help governments realize the benefits and mitigate the risks. And by understanding the failures, we can know where to innovate.

Discussing this crucial topic with host Tim Smith is David Shrier, a futurist and Professor of Practice, AI & Innovation at Imperial College London. Also joining is Jeff Saviano, EY Global Emerging Technology, Strategy & Governance Leader and an appointed associate at Harvard University’s Safra Ethics Centre. 20 mins

Public sector organizations have been using artificial intelligence (AI) for longer than many people realize, to do things such as predict the weather and spot speeding drivers. Today, these technologies are helping organizations to operate more efficiently and personalize their customer service — and we’re still just scratching the surface of what they offer. 

Discussing AI’s history, current use and future potential with host Tim Smith is Rajiv Peter, CIO at the housing association Notting Hill Genesis. EY LLP Technology Consulting Partner Naveen Thomas also shares his insights. 17 mins

Innovative, reliable and secure technology can help grantmaking organizations target the right people, track fund flow, spot fraud and waste and measure impact. 

In our fourth episode of the series, host Tim Smith talks about how to harness the indisputable power of technology to improve grant management, with his guests Andrea Sampanis, Solutions and Services Lead, Grants Quality Service Management Office, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and Amy Fenstermacher, EY Americas Grants and Relief Funds Management Leader. 19 mins

How Cape Town became a world leader in water reduction

In this episode the Mayor of Cape Town, Geordin Hill-Lewis, tells Meghan Mills how averting “Day Zero” led to a new strategy for water resilience. 16 mins

Why collaboration and accountability are key to achieving climate goals

In the seventh episode of The City Citizen, Heather Taylor, CFO and Treasurer for the City of Toronto, talks to Meghan Mills about making sure her budget gets results. 14 mins

How creative thinking and bold action are transforming Port of Spain

With its rich cultural heritage, beautiful surroundings and thriving industries, Port of Spain has a lot to offer. But even in idyllic locations like Trinidad and Tobago, capital cities have challenges to address - including how to transition to a smart, sustainable future.

Mayor, Joel Martinez describes how he’s rejuvenating the city by building on its strengths and increasing civic pride. 10 mins

How Warsaw is becoming a sustainable city for all

For the last couple of decades, Warsaw has been facing challenges common to cities of its size, from climate change to social inclusion. More recently, its physical and cultural closeness to Ukraine has also put it on the front line of a migration crisis.

In this episode, the Deputy Mayor of Warsaw, Michał Olszewski, explains the initiatives used to tackle these challenges. 12 mins

How one city is creating partnerships to realize growth and climate goals.

Kate Gallego, Mayor of Phoenix, talks to Meghan Mills about Phoenix’s journey to become the most sustainable desert city in the US. 15 mins

How hosting the Olympics is helping a fast-growing city meet its needs.

With preparations underway for 2032 we are joined by Adrian Schrinner, Lord Mayor of Brisbane and John Kimlin, EY Partner, Oceania, Government and Health. 22 mins

How one city used leadership, culture and collaboration to drive change.

In this fascinating discussion we talk to two people brought together by the transformation of one city. The first is Peter Danielsson, (former) Major of Helsingborg, Sweden. The second, Gerald Babel-Sutter, is co-founder and CEO of Urban Future.  17 mins